South Australian Motor Sport Board
Job reference: 843672
Location: 5000 - ADELAIDE
Job status: Long Term Contract
Eligibility: Open to Everyone

The South Australian Motor Sport Board is the organiser and promoter for world class motorsport events. We work as a dynamic, commercially focused events team focussed on delivering the best possible event experience for fans and participants, whilst bringing a vibrancy and economic benefit to Adelaide and South Australia.  

Please refer to our website for further information www.samsb.sa.gov.au

• Drive business development to support event growth & revenue objectives
• Work on high profile motorsport events including Supercars and MotoGP
• Work in a collaborative team environment.

The Sponsorship Manager is accountable for the strategic development, acquisition and optimisation of commercial partnerships that drive revenue, market positioning and long-term value for South Australian Motor Sport Board (SAMSB) events.

The role leads the end-to-end commercial partnership lifecycle, from market identification and deal structuring through to delivery governance and renewal strategy, ensuring partnerships are commercially robust, aligned to event strategy, and deliver measurable value to both SAMSB and its partners.

To be successful in this role, experience in developing and executing commercial partnership or sponsorship strategies, ideally within major events, sport or complex commercial environments, is essential.

Your key responsibilities are:

• Develop and execute the sponsorship and commercial partnerships strategy aligned to event objectives, including revenue targets, market positioning and long-term partnership value.
• Lead the identification, development and conversion of a robust pipeline of sponsorship and commercial opportunities, achieving agreed revenue and contribution margin targets.
• Lead complex commercial negotiations, structuring partnerships that maximise financial return, brand alignment and long-term strategic value.
• Oversee the full lifecycle of partnerships, including acquisition, onboarding, activation oversight, performance tracking and renewal or exit strategy. Drive alignment across internal teams (marketing, operations, event delivery) to ensure partnership obligations are embedded into planning and delivered effectively.
• Analyse market trends, competitor activity and emerging opportunities to inform strategy and identify new commercial products, assets and revenue streams.
• Ensure all commercial activities comply with government procurement, contracting and approval frameworks, managing risk and maintaining probity.
• Monitor revenue performance, partnership ROI and debtor management, ensuring financial targets are met and commercial performance is actively managed.

• The Incumbent will be required to participate in the Agency's Performance Management Program.
• The Incumbent may be assigned to another position at this remuneration level or equivalent.
• Some work outside of normal hours will be required.
• This role requires a National Criminal History check.

SS1 Classification 

Up to 36 months

Rebecca Lawson - Commercial Director
Phone: (08) 8249 2500
Email: samsb.recruitment@sa.gov.au

Applications close: 19/05/2026 11:00 PM

Attachments:
- SS1 - Sponsorship Manager - P67210.pdf

Flexibility Statement
The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working including part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.