Group Business Manager

This is a Group Business Manager - Digital role with NOVA Entertainment based in Melbourne, VIC, AU
== NOVA Entertainment ==

Role Seniority - junior

More about the Group Business Manager - Digital role at NOVA Entertainment

NOVA Entertainment is a recognised leader in the media industry and is committed to creating world class radio and on-demand digital audio. NOVA Entertainment promotes a culture of innovation, creativity, and has a mission to be Australia's leading audio destination for audiences and advertisers.

ABOUT NOVA

NOVA Entertainment is one of Australia's leading entertainment companies with a strong portfolio of audio brands across live and on-demand, including the Nova Network, smoothfm Network, Nova's Red Rooms, Coles Radio and Nova Podcasts. Nova Entertainment has the ambition to create and share great experiences for our people, our audience and our partners, and it's our love of audio that drives everything we do. Today and for the future our goal is to remain our agency and client's partner-of-choice for performance across All of Audio.

Our values are integral to who we are. We believe in creating and working in an environment that supports Unwavering Unity, Relentless Curiosity and Radical Empathy.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

This is a rare opportunity to join a highly driven and successful NOVA Entertainment team to generate market demand and enable our Commercial teams to deliver digital audio revenue. This national role will have a primary focus on improving the monetisation of podcast titles and talent to achieve contractual targets, with the engagement of Commercial colleagues across the business. In addition, you will be an SME for your local team across all digital and data commercial opportunities, and have a good understanding of the programmatic ecosystem.

Key responsibilities:

• Develop and implement digital sales strategies, including monetisation of key podcast partners, and support the All of Audio Sales teams in delivering digital and sponsorship revenue

• Proactively identify new revenue opportunities to sell in the value of digital, Retail Media automated trading and All of Audio further upstream with agencies and clients (partnering with the Sales teams). Stimulate market demand through thought leadership, case studies, and driving critical conversations.

• Utilise knowledge of how our live streaming and podcasting content resonates with audiences to determine the best tools and resources to grow the confidence and capabilities of the Commercial team. Be the centre of excellence for NOVA Entertainment's digital proposition and new product launches (first 90 days) to accelerate internal adoption and sales enablement.

• Secure, retain and grow clients for our strategic podcast partners that deliver on the investment plan and present solutions that demonstrate the value of the NOVA Podcasting Network. Ensure plans always reflect a clear understanding of the partners' advertising needs and brand values.

• Maintain a high profile with key podcast partners, working collaboratively with internal colleagues to enable partnership delivery and growth

• Work collaboratively with CREATE commercial strategy teams on developing compelling go-to-market strategies and collateral

• Work collaboratively with Product, Data and Audience Intelligence teams to ensure we have market leading product and commercial solutions.

EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS

• Recognised success in leading high performing Commercial teams

• Proven ability to create and implement a successful commercial strategic vision within Digital Media, Audio or Broadcast

• Flexible and adaptable to work outside core hours

• Intermediate to advanced MS Office – Outlook, Excel, Word

• Excellent presentation skills, advanced administrative and research skills

• Current motor vehicle license

• Ability to deliver timely solutions and develop strong relationships with different levels of staff, senior management across the organisation, podcast partners, and external clients

• Exceptional attention to detail, organisational and time management skills

• Ability to carry out duties autonomously, with little direct supervision

• Tertiary qualifications in related discipline desirable

• Energetic, enthusiastic, innovative and results-driven, with a strong willingness to learn and adapt to a changing landscape

• Passionate about the digital audio industry, in particular podcasting and trending content.

WHY NOVA ENTERTAINMENT

• Our Sales teams are highly collaborative and are on-site 5 days a week. We can explore flexibility options contingent on business needs.

• Additional leave days: Anniversary and Loyalty leave, Give Back leave, Mental Wellbeing days

• Access to Learning & Development programs and internal opportunities, such as LinkedIn Learning and internal mentoring programs

• Access to health and wellbeing initiatives, such as Nova's Life+, Employee Assistance Program, mental health training programs, discounted products and services with selected valued partners

• Frequent staff lunches, survey celebrations and an in-house bar

• Paid Parental Leave that is for ALL parents (if applicable)

• Access to the BEST GIGS in town (Nova Red Room anyone?)

• Opportunity to enjoy professional career development in a Broadcast Media icon

• Plus, a whole lot more

NOVA ENTERTAINMENT DIVERSITY & INCLUSION COMMITMENT

The aim:

Promote a diverse workforce that invites people of all backgrounds to work and grow with us in their own unique way.

How we do it:

• Providing a work environment that embraces and values Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

• Supporting candidates that may have diverse needs by providing reasonable adjustments ensuring each candidate can put their best efforts into their application

• By being allies of the LGBTIQA+ community and members of the Welcome Here initiative

• Best utilising our membership and guidance of the Diversity Council of Australia

@welcomehereproject #FollowTheRainbow #ACONWelcomeHere

WHAT'S NEXT?

• Please attach your resume and cover letter explaining why you're keen to be considered for this role. If you are successful for an interview, you will be contacted within 5-10 working days.

• Our interview process will involve a telephone interview initially followed by up to 2 face-to-face interviews

• Police checks may be required.

Please reach out during the application process if you think you may require any considerations for the recruitment process.

No Agencies

Before we jump into the responsibilities of the role. No matter what you come in knowing, you'll be learning new things all the time and the NOVA Entertainment team will be there to support your growth.

Please consider applying even if you don't meet 100% of what's outlined

Key Responsibilities

• Develop digital sales strategies
• Identify revenue opportunities
• Collaborate with teams

Key Strengths

• Digital sales strategies
• Revenue opportunities
• Collaboration
• Presentation skills
• MS Office proficiency
• Attention to detail

Why NOVA Entertainment is partnering with Hatch on this role. Hatch exists to level the playing field for people as they discover a career that's right for them. So when you apply you have the chance to show more than just your resume.

A Final Note: This is a role with NOVA Entertainment not with Hatch.

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