National Commercial Partnerships Lead
42710
South Yarra, VIC, AU, 3141
Full-Time
Hybrid
Paramount is a global media and entertainment organisation with some of the best-known and loved brands in the world. In Australia, we deliver premium content on any screen, anytime, anywhere, via an enhanced viewing ecosystem.

We pride ourselves on creating content that gets people talking. What’s more, you’ll find all these great shows (and more) on our free-to-air channels (10, 10 BOLD Drama, 10 Peach Comedy, Nickelodeon), our free streaming platform 10 Play, that also includes a vast array of Free Ad-Supported Streaming TV, known as FAST channels, and our subscription video on demand service, Paramount+.

THIS IS A PERMANENT FULL-TIME ROLE BASED IN MELBOURNE

Enough about us! What you’ll do as Commercial Partnerships Lead:

This role is responsible for driving premium revenue, strategic partnerships and sponsorships with a lens on our tentpole programs such as ‘MasterChef’, ‘Survivor’, ‘HYBPA?’ and ‘I’m a Celebrity Get Me Out Of Here!’ across our broadcast and digital platforms. This role will work on a dedicated patch of Melbourne clients and will see partnerships from brief, through to presentation and post-analysis.

Functions will also include:

Lead the development of innovative partnership ideas and strategies to enhance the value proposition for partners by developing best-in-class presentations and delivering them confidently and with conviction.
Maintain and nurture relationships with existing partners to ensure long-term collaboration and mutual benefit.
Identify, negotiate, and secure new commercial partnerships that align with Paramount ANZ's strategic goals.
Drive premium sponsorship revenue across all platforms at Paramount including broadcast and digital, as well as identifying areas for growth within tentpole properties alongside Sales.
Work collaboratively with internal teams, including the wider sales team, marketing, digital ad product and the PBS strategy and content creation team, to develop and deliver integrated partnership solutions
Monitor industry trends and competitor activities to identify new opportunities and stay ahead of market developments
Lead the campaign management process and collaborate with various departments
Track and report on partnership performance, providing insights and recommendations for continuous improvement
Leading commercial pricing nationally, tailoring packages to budgets and creating renewals bespoke for clients.
Providing clear feedback to the Paramount Brand Studio team on the results of all partnerships and contributing to solutions for any limiting factors

What are we looking for in our Commercial Partnerships Lead? What’s important?

Bachelor’s degree in marketing, Media, Business or related field
Ideally 5 years+ in commercial partnerships, preferably in media or the entertainment industry
Demonstrated experience in strategic and innovating thinking
Genuine commitment to meeting client expectations
High level of detail, flexibility, time management and accuracy
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
Professional and confident presentation skills
Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment and work well under pressure
Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to adapt and meet deadlines
Exceptional interpersonal skills and a friendly demeanour, a great team player
Confidence in using initiative to identify and solve partnership opportunities

Paramount embraces differences and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds regardless of factors such as race, colour, sex, language, religion, political or other opinion, national or social origin, property or birth. These grounds also include age, nationality, marital status, disability, place of residence and sexual orientation.

We’re honoured to have been named on Diversity Council Australia’s annual list of Inclusive Employers in 2023-24 and 2024-25. This acknowledgement highlights our commitment to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees feel valued and supported.

We recognise Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as Australia’s First Peoples, and the Traditional Custodians of the land where we live and work. We pay our respects to Elders, past and present, and we are proud to live in a country which is home to the world’s oldest living cultures.