JOB: Golf Partnerships Manager (NSW) – Future Golf

About the role

Future Golf is seeking a passionate and experienced Golf Partnerships Manager (NSW) to lead and manage the growth of our golf partnerships across our rapidly expanding market in New South Wales. This key role will involve overseeing and expanding the portfolio of golf partners for Future Golf across New South Wales. The Golf Partnerships Manager (NSW) will drive operational excellence, and play a pivotal role in shaping the future of golf participation.

Key responsibilities

• Partnership Management: Build and maintain strong relationships with golf course partners, clubs, and industry stakeholders. Negotiate new partnerships and manage existing ones to ensure value and alignment with Future Golf’s strategic goals.
• Partner Acquisition: Develop and foster the sales pipeline for new golf partner acquisition on on-course and off course facilities in New South Wales.
• Partnership Expansion: Continue to work on expanding our partnership network throughout New South Wales.
• Event Management : Collaborate and work with the National Events team to help schedule Future Golf events while providing assistance within the state to grow the member base and community.
• Relationship Management: Ensure exceptional service is provided to Future Golf Club partners. Regularly assess Club feedback and adjust strategies to maintain high satisfaction levels.
• Sales & Partnership Growth: Drive partnership growth within the region by identifying new opportunities, building local awareness, and promoting Future Golf’s offerings.
• Operational Leadership: Oversee the day-to-day operations of Future Golf’s golf related activities in New South Wales ensuring all programs, and partnerships are executed efficiently and align with company objectives.
• Reporting: Regularly report on operational performance, including key metrics and achievements, to the National Partnership Manager and executive team.
• Compliance & Risk Management: Ensure all operations adhere to health and safety guidelines, industry regulations, and Future Golf’s policies and procedures.

About you

• At least 3 years in a management role within the golf industry, preferably with a club or golf industry brand, with a strong understanding of golf operations, key stakeholders and networks, business development, and event management.
• Experience in driving growth in a market with a wide variety of stakeholders. Comfortable with discussions with new clients and some experience in sales and business development desired.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to engage a range of stakeholders including team members, partners, and customers.
• Strong commitment to providing an exceptional customer experience and delivering results through customer engagement.
• Ability to identify issues, find innovative solutions, and execute plans effectively under pressure.
• Strong ability to develop and maintain professional relationships with key partners in the golf industry and local communities.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced and changing environment.
• Comfortable with using CRM and operations management tools, and general computer literacy.
• Tertiary qualifications in business management, sports management, or a related field preferred.
• A valid driver’s license and ability to travel within the region as required on a regular basis.

About us

Future Golf is revolutionising the golf experience through innovative technology, flexible membership products and a growing community of golfers. We’re committed to delivering the best possible experience to our members, helping more people play more golf, and growing the game through a modern, digital-first membership. With 60,000 members already, Future Golf is continuing to expand in Australia, while launching into the US market.

Benefits

• Be part of an innovative and rapidly growing organization in the golf industry.
• Opportunity to lead within a growing region and make a tangible impact on the future of golf in Australia.
• Competitive salary package, with performance-based incentives & motor vehicle allowance.
• A collaborative and supportive work environment that encourages professional growth and development.