Job Description
SA Rugby is looking for a motivated and relationship-driven Account Manager to join the team on a one-year contract. This role supports the delivery of commercial partnerships, ensuring value, visibility, and seamless rights execution across national and international platforms.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage and maintain strong relationships with commercial partners
- Deliver contractual rights across teams, events, and campaigns
- Protect partner rights and manage commercial activity compliance
- Act as primary point of contact for partners and stakeholders
- Conduct regular partner check-ins and performance feedback sessions
- Coordinate with internal teams and external stakeholders to ensure rights delivery
- Support sponsorship renewals and sales initiatives
- Manage event-related commercial rights and branding rollouts
- Work closely with Legal, Marketing, Communications, and Rugby departments
- Maintain rights matrices, reporting, and commercial documentation
- Manage budget items linked to commercial delivery and provide updates
Requirements
Requirements
Education
Diploma in Sales Management or Marketing (Essential)Experience
3–5 years’ experience managing commercial or sponsorship rights (Essential)1–3 years’ experience in budget management (Essential)Key Skills
Strong stakeholder and relationship managementExcellent communication and organisational skillsCommercial awareness and attention to detailAbility to work in a fast-paced and collaborative environmentProject management and social media understandingComputer literacy and valid driver's licenseProfessionalism, resilience, and problem-solving abilityRequirements
Requirements Education
Diploma in Sales Management or Marketing (Essential) Experience3–5 years’ experience managing commercial or sponsorship rights (Essential)1–3 years’ experience in budget management (Essential) Key SkillsStrong stakeholder and relationship managementExcellent communication and organisational skillsCommercial awareness and attention to detailAbility to work in a fast-paced and collaborative environmentProject management and social media understandingComputer literacy and valid driver's licenseProfessionalism, resilience, and problem-solving ability