ABOUT THE NATIONAL HOCKEY LEAGUE
Founded in 1917, the National Hockey League (NHL®) is the premier professional ice hockey league in the world and is one of the major professional sports leagues in the United States and Canada.
With more than 1500 employees across the US and Canada, the NHL is a global sports and entertainment organization committed to building healthy and vibrant communities using the sport of hockey. At the NHL, we are looking for dynamic, energetic and impactful individuals who are committed to doing the same by sharing in our philosophy that Hockey is for Everyone.
WHAT WE EXPECT OF YOU
SUMMARY
The Club Business Affairs Senior Manager collaborates with Clubs, League office personnel, and industry stakeholders to identify opportunities and address challenges in order to achieve League and Club priority objectives. This involves cross-organization collaboration with Business Development / Innovation, Partnership Marketing, Events, Fan Engagement, Consumer Products, Venue Business, Information Technology, and other areas in order to support and contribute to expanding NHL fan engagement and revenue growth. A particular business area of focus for this position involves managing the Leaguewide Club premium licensing business and expanding related programs to establish and achieve specific short and long-term expanded Club partner premium activation and revenue growth targets.
Responsibilities include managing day-to-day Club engagement related to Club and League programs and initiatives. The senior manager proactively identifies and shares best practices relating to sales, marketing, and operational matters drive revenue and ensure that associated NHL policies impacting the Clubs are effectively communicated and supported.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
This role is integral to managing Club premium licensing, fan engagement, event participation, and other related League business opportunities. It involves the evaluation of proposed Club partnerships and related materials submissions, including the review / approval process for execution of under NHL policies and collaboration with internal stakeholders (Consumer Products, Business Development, Partnership Marketing, Legal, QC, etc.).
The Senior Manager supports Clubs and NHL preferred premium vendors throughout the premium licensing and program participation process, including identifying issues and opportunities of proposed Club activations prior to League office review, and enabling League and Club management to proactively address sensitive matters in a timely manner for the benefit of all.
Also responsible to support the execution of special projects and League initiatives including the annual NHL Club Business Meetings.
QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge Areas/Experience
Required
- A minimum of six (6) years of post-graduate professional employment history required
- Have a high level of interest / familiarity in emerging media and digital technology platforms and their application including AI, Blockchain, and Cryptocurrency
- Possess exceptional technology skills, including fluency with Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Monday.com, SurveyMonkey
- Proven track record of successful project management and executional innovation
Preferred
- League, team, and/or media property experience is preferred
Education/Certifications
- A 4-year undergraduate degree is required
Required Skills
- A highly motivated and confident self-starter with a strong work ethic and positive attitude
- Exceptionally organized with an acute attention to detail and the ability to multi-task in a fast paced environment
- Ability to work in a collaborative environment in order to motivate others to accomplish objectives while also holding oneself and teammates accountable
- Have demonstrated customer service / account management experience / problem-solving capabilities and an ability to adapt quickly to organization needs and responsibilities
- Effectively work independently and also within a team environment to manage deliverables and meet deadlines
- Possess superior interpersonal, relationship management and communication skills, including written and oral
- A proven ability to think strategically and analytically
- Willingness to travel and work nights and weekends as needed
CORE COMPETENCIES
These core competencies reflect the underlying values that are necessary to represent the National Hockey League:
- Accountability
- Adaptability
- Communication
- Critical Thinking
- Inclusion
- Professionalism
- Teamwork & Collaboration
The NHL offers U.S. regular, full-time employees:
Time to Recharge: Utilize our generous Paid Time Off (PTO) to focus on your well-being and ensure a healthy work/life balance. PTO includes paid holidays, vacation, personal and sick days, plus an extra day off for your birthday.
Ability to Focus on your Health: Along with competitive salaries, the NHL offers comprehensive health benefits to employees and their eligible dependents effective on their first day with us – there is no waiting period. The NHL subsidizes a large portion of the health benefits costs, therefore your cost for medical, dental and vision coverage is minimal.
We also offer our employees and members of their household access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) to support mental, physical, and financial health. In addition, employees have access to a digital wellness resource designed to improve health and happiness through courses in sleep, movement, and focus. These services are confidential and at no-cost to our employees.
Childcare Leave: Because your family is the NHL family, employees are offered comprehensive Childcare Leave to welcome your new addition. The primary caregiver to the child is entitled to up to 12 weeks of paid Childcare Leave, at full pay, following the birth, adoption, or placement of a child.
Employees that are not the primary caregiver to the child are entitled to up to 6 weeks of paid Childcare Leave, at full pay, which must be taken within the first 6 months following the birth, adoption, or placement of a child.
Confidence in your Retirement Goals: Participate in the NHL’s Savings Plan which includes a 401K (pre-tax and Roth options) plus non-elective (employer) contributions to keep your retirement goals on track.
A Hybrid Work Schedule: The NHL recognizes the value of flexibility in work locations/schedules to help our employees balance work/life priorities. Hybrid work schedules are available for a majority of our roles.
Our New Headquarters: Our new, state of the art, offices are located at One Manhattan West in Hudson Yards. When you’re in the office, you can conduct meetings in one of our high-tech conference rooms, have lunch with a view or play in the game room. Employees can also enjoy New York’s newest neighborhood that is home to more than 100 shops, culinary experiences, and public artwork.
A Savings for Commuting: Participate in the NHL’s pre-tax commuter benefit plan which helps offset the financial cost of traveling to and from our office.
NHL Partner Rates: Unlock exclusive pricing from our Partners that include savings on travel, consumer goods and services, plus the NHL Store.
Life at the NHL: In your first few days, you meet with your new teammates and the HR Team. You have the opportunity to learn more about the NHL and our workplace culture. Employees are invited to play hockey during our Tuesday Night Skate at Chelsea Piers, join our Employee Resource Groups and more. You are a part of our team and we encourage you to be your authentic self, adding to our dynamic workplace culture.
SALARY RANGE:
$97.5-105K
Actual base pay for a successful candidate will be determined based on a variety of job-related factors, including but not limited to: experience/training, market demands, and geographic location.
When applying, please be sure to include a cover letter with your salary expectations for this role. We thank all applicants for their interest in this opportunity, however only qualified candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. NO EMAILS OR PHONE CALLS PLEASE.
We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, gender identity, marital or veteran status, or any other protected class.
