Head of Tennis World

At Tennis Australia, we’re creating a more playful world through tennis – for everyone. From grassroots to Grand Slams, tennis brings people together, inspires communities, and builds champions on and off the court. We’re a team of imaginative and passionate people who believe in the power of sport to make a difference. If you're ready to help us serve up real impact, we’d love to hear from you. Diversity in our Tennis community and our workplace is a strength and a pillar of our sport. We take great pride in providing a working environment that allows people to be their authentic self and offers the flexibility that our people need to thrive both at work and at home. Fostering a workplace that is diverse and equitable is a high priority for Tennis Australia. We strongly encourage people of all backgrounds, genders and abilities to apply. About the role This pivotal role in the tennis delivery network ensures that the highly professionalized delivery channels for tennis, specifically professional venue operators and the Tennis World business unit are appropriately led, supported, engaged and motivated to play their vital role in the delivery of the sport. Providing input and subject matter expertise into the national strategy and its accompanying programs and initiatives, this role will bring the perspective of high-performing venue operators and tennis business leaders, but specifically of Tennis World, to the Tennis leadership team, ultimately shaping a plan that can be delivered outstandingly well and that is relevant to the best operators in the country. In this role you will: Oversee Tennis World operations to ensure effective scheduling, communications and program reporting. Build a high-performance culture. Set clear performance expectations and measures aligned with Tennis’ priorities and key deliverables. Lead the delivery of improved business performance whilst collaborating with other business units and collaborating to achieve multiple objectives. Develop innovative and imaginative ways to grow revenue, levels of activity and quality of delivery for Tennis World venues. Provide coaching, mentoring, and professional development opportunities to ensure engagement, retention and future readiness, including with initiatives to support women and girls. Develop comprehensive strategies to educate and develop professional venue operators in line with the needs of the national strategy. About you To be successful in this role you will have: Proven experience leading and developing large tennis or sports business Strong leadership presence with ability to inspire, motivate, and hold others accountable to high professional standards The ability to influence and deliver outcomes, managing upwards and downwards To maintain a high-performing culture while ensuring wellbeing, inclusion, and work life balance are supported Hold (or be willing to obtain) a current Police Check and Working with Children Check Preparedness to be flexible in regard to working hours and arrangements relating to work associated with Tennis Australia What’s to love? Career development with a range of formal education and on the job training opportunities Tickets to the Australian Open plus Superbox tickets to events at Rod Laver & Melbourne Arena Monthly health & wellbeing activities with access to CorePlus Pilates Onsite gym, tennis facilities & free onsite car parking Salary packaging & a range of discounts from our sponsorship partners Attractive leave benefits - with up to 26 weeks of paid parental leave for all primary caregivers and Sorry Business and Ceremonial Leave for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander employees We are proud to be recognised as an employer of choice for women by WORK180 To Apply If you think you’re up to the challenge, we’d love to hear from you Please submit your resume and cover letter via our online application system. Please note, only applications submitted through our system will be considered. If you need assistance or adjustments to fully participate in the application process, please contact our team. Applications close 31 January Applications close 31 January. However, we will be reviewing applications as they are received, therefore this role may close sooner if we find the right candidate. Tennis Australia is committed to providing a safe environment for all tennis participants, including children and young people. It is essential everyone involved with delivering tennis in Australia understands their responsibility in relation to child‑safety. We believe playing makes life better and we are always on the lookout to talented people to join our team and help us create a playful world through tennis. Even if we are not currently advertising the position that you are looking for today, we may be tomorrow. There are a number of ways that you can keep up-to-date with new opportunities as they happen. 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