This position will work closely with senior leadership to set the strategy for the NFL Events business. In this role, the Manager, Global Events Business Strategy will be responsible for quantitative and strategic analysis in support of major NFL tentpole events (Super Bowl, Pro Bowl, Draft, Combine, Kickoff, International Games, and others) and other platforms.
The successful candidate will also help identify paths to new growth opportunities through NFL event platforms and lines of business.
Specifically, this position will be responsible for the creation, evaluation and implementation of a broad range of metrics and business performance tracking across all major events and initiatives.
Furthermore, this person will serve a crucial role in delivering meaningful insights to League stakeholders, personnel from 32 Clubs, and external partners.
Roles & Responsibilities
- Work across Events, International and broader League to help develop multi-year department business plans, including strategic priorities and investment decisions across initiatives
- In partnership with key departments, create and track objectives leading up to each major event; act as liaison to stakeholders in each group to ensure that objectives are met
- Gather input from internal and external groups post-event and create comprehensive recap documents for senior Events and NFL leadership
- Prepare strategic presentations and written memos to leadership for variety of uses including ownership and committee meetings
- Work closely with internal groups to track department revenue projections, expense forecasts, risks & opportunities, and other business metrics
- Conduct relevant market research, organize findings, and create analyses to support strategic direction / recommendations
- Help lead strategic analysis to drive evolution of existing events and develop platforms to fuel new business and revenue opportunities across the Events & International businesses
- Proactively provide his / her own perspective on project materials, show foresight to escalate any issues along with recommended solution
- Other ad hoc strategic projects, as assigned by senior leadership
Required Skills / Experience
- 5+ years of experience at a top-tier consulting firm, financial institution, or relevant industry (sports, media, entertainment)
- Experience building complex presentations in MS PowerPoint
- Experience working in MS Excel building reports and producing data-driven analysis
- Have a working knowledge of sports / entertainment trends, evolution of event platforms, and understand business dynamics / revenue models
- Proven ability to think strategically
- Strong management, writing, organizational, and presentation skills
- Detail-oriented, ability to operate independently, accomplish multiple projects simultaneously
- Team player who is capable of working cross-functionally within large organization
Salary / Pay Range
This job posting contains a pay range, which represents the range of salaries or hourly rates that the NFL believes, in good faith, at the time of this posting that it might be willing to pay for the posted job in the location(s) specified.
The NFL expects to hire for this position near the middle of the range. Only in truly rare and exceptional circumstances, where an external candidate has experience, credentials or expertise that far exceed those required or expected for the position, would the NFL consider paying a salary or rate near the higher end of the range.
The NFL maintains a Flexible Workplace Policy that provides members of our workforce with opportunities to periodically work from a location of their choice while maintaining a priority on in-person work at an NFL office, which enables us to more effectively collaborate, connect, and build a workplace culture that will drive our continued success.
The NFL is committed to building a diverse, equitable, and inclusive work environment that reflects our incredibly diverse fan base.
We provide an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all employees and applicants without regard to status as protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
WHO WE ARE : NFL Core Values :
NFL Core Values :
- Respect : Everyone matters. We celebrate diverse opinions, honor hard work, and value every contribution.
- Integrity : We do what's right, even when it's tough. We hold ourselves accountable and always follow through.
- Team Responsibility : We support each other and our communities. No one is bigger than the game, and every action impacts others.
- Resiliency : We set high standards, overcome adversity, and adapt to challenges, always striving for excellence.
NFL Leadership Attributes :
- Build Talent : We develop and nurture potential, empowering individuals to grow and succeed.
- Execute : We take action with precision, delivering results that drive our goals forward.
- Inspire : We motivate others through vision, energy, and a commitment to excellence.
- Live Our Values : We embody our core principles in every decision and action.
- Know the Business : We stay informed, understand our industry, and make decisions that strengthen our position.
- Think Big : We challenge the status quo, envision bold possibilities, and strive for transformative impact
WHO YOU ARE :
Talent Attributes : What we expect for our employees :
- Embody an enthusiastic, proactive can-do attitude
- Embrace grit, free from ego or entitlement
- Excel as a relationship builder, with the ability to influence
- Eager learner, driven by passion rather than just ambition
- Encompasses an incredible work ethic with an agile mindset