Manager, Commercial Strategy

LA28 does not provide relocation assistance.

LA28 is the independent, non-profit, privately funded organizing committee for the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games. We are on a singular mission to create an Olympic and Paralympic Games that celebrate all that this city and country have to offer, delivering an unparalleled experience for athletes, fans, partners and our community.

The 2028 Games mark the return of the Summer Games to the U.S. for the first time in 32 years and Los Angeles’ third time hosting an Olympic Games and first time welcoming the Paralympic Games. This presents the unique and exciting opportunity to celebrate our legacy with the Games and push the Olympic and Paralympic Movements forward, writing a new chapter of Games history in Los Angeles.

Putting on an Olympic and Paralympic Games is a team sport. To build a Games unlike any the world has seen before, we need the best team in place–a team full of diverse perspectives, experiences and expertise. We are guided by the following set of values and behaviors–optimism, integrity, excellence, inclusion, co-creation and boldness–and look forward to hearing about how your past experiences align with them.

Manager, Commercial Strategy:

The individual in this position will leverage strategic development, critical-thinking, and communication skills to proactively anticipate the needs of the Commercial organization.

This manager is a nimble player who can deploy across the Commercial team to offer strategic support to projects on both an ad hoc and an ongoing basis. This role requires an extensive understanding of the operating mandates of the LA28 landscape, coupled with experience dealing with Sales teams and Partnerships teams.

This position requires a high aptitude for executive communication including the ability to convey strategy, partnership and deal structure, and commercial decisions in a clear and compelling fashion to an executive audience. Ability to think creatively with limited assets is critical; the individual in this role must have an appetite for problem solving in an environment of ambiguity.

This role reports to the VP of Commercial Strategy & Philanthropy

Key Responsibilities:

Play a key role in achieving $200M+ in philanthropy fundraising by:

• Working with recipient Functional Areas (FAs) (ticketing, Cultural Olympiad, Sustainability, Education, and other Impact areas) to develop and operationalize their programs

• Developing assets to support campaign development & donor strategy

• Integrating with the broader rights & benefits matrix

• Ensuring proper “handoffs” between philanthropy consultants and LA28

Identify, explore, and design commercial strategies related to new business opportunities and fundraising initiatives (e.g. Dissolution strategy, media opportunities, live sites models, etc).

Effectively manage internal and external stakeholders including but not limited to LA28 Chairperson, USOPF, impacted FAs, and other parts of the Commercial organization.; Support in preparing board level presentations

Maintain a direct line of communication and integration with Non-Sponsor Partners workstream, helping define and manage rights and benefits across the various types of relationships.

Other duties as required.

Background & Qualifications:

• Minimum 5+ years of work experience in Olympic & Paralympic Movement, sports, entertainment, or media

• Background in one or more of: management consulting, partnership management, business development, or fundraising

• Familiarity with sales and marketing organizations

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

• Ability to work on-site in an open office environment, based in Los Angeles, CA

• The majority of work will be conducted in an office setting, requiring extended periods of time using computers, phones, and other office equipment 

• Hours of work may vary, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, especially during peak event periods.

Position Requirements:

Education:

• Equivalent work experience or Bachelor's Degree

Expectations:

• Ability to grow strong relationships with senior leaders and LA28/USOPP executives

• Address challenges with diplomacy and tact

• Strong interpersonal and written communication skills. Comfort with presentation development, including strong proficiency with PowerPoint

Submission Requirements:

• Resume

The annual base salary range for this position is $88,000-$115,000. The pay scale provided is the range that LA28 reasonably expects to pay as starting base compensation for this role. All LA28 compensation remains subject to final determination based on individual candidate qualifications, experience, or other reasonable criteria consistent with LA28’s operational business needs and applicable law.

LA28 does not provide relocation assistance.

LA28 is committed to operating fair and unbiased recruitment procedures allowing all applicants an equal opportunity for employment, free from discrimination on the basis of religion, race, sex, age, sexual orientation, disability, color, ethnic or national origin, or any other classification as may be protected by applicable law. We strive to build a team that is diverse, inclusive and encourages qualified candidates of all backgrounds, perspectives, and identities to apply. We will consider all qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with local law. We assess applications based on relevant skills, education, and experience a candidate can add to our team.