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.
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Reasonable adjustments
Paramount recognises that everyone is unique, and you might require some adjustments to ensure you have the best opportunity to apply and be considered for this position. If we can make some adjustments to our recruitment/interview process to help set you up for success please contact us at careers@networkten.com.au. Adjustments include but are not limited to; alternative application methods, interview setups, physical requirements, guidance for trans or gender diverse applicants, specific interview availability times.
