Content Partnerships Exec - Total Audio

Company Description

Nine is Australia’s largest locally owned media company. Working at Nine, you’ll have access to a unique range of experiences and opportunities, helping drive the success of the country’s most trusted television, radio, digital and publishing brands. 

Nine’s assets include the 9Network, major mastheads such as The Sydney Morning Herald and The Australian Financial Review.  Radio stations 2GB, 3AW, 4BC and 6PR, digital properties such as nine.com.au & 9Now as well as an extensive Podcast Network.

Since Nine took over 2GB, 4BC, 3AW & 6PR in 2019 our focus has been on aligning the content to the Nine values, creating a dynamic inclusive team. Nine is also the #4 Australian podcast publisher with a large original podcast network, created in house with the content owned by Nine.

Across 2GB, 3AW, 4BC & 6PR, Nine Radio has some of the highest profile personalities in Australia. Nine’s live and local audio content has never been more effective, whether it’s tuning into our live talk radio stations, digitally streaming on your own device, or listening to one of our specialist podcasts. Our powerful and agile audio platforms foster an interactive relationship with our audiences - acting as a direct line into the moods, opinions and thoughts of diverse Australian communities. If Australia’s talking about it, we’re talking about it. 

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As well as catch up podcasts, Nine Audio’s Podcast Network consists of a slate of Original podcasts across News, Business & Finance, Sport, Lifestyle & Entertainment – including extensions of our key TV properties – True Australian Stories & True Crime. 

Nine brings people together by celebrating the big occasions and connecting the everyday moments. Australia belongs here. We bring our purpose to life via three shared values: We walk the talk, turn over every stone and keep it human.

Job Description

We’re looking for someone who is passionate about Audio!

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The Total Audio Content Partnerships Exec is responsible for the delivery of client projects across Nine’s radio & podcast assets, ensuring our customers have the best possible experience with Nine. 

You will work collaboratively across different divisions within our business from sales to content partnerships, through to creative and production to consistently deliver project outcomes that meet and exceed client expectations. You will build and maintain amazing relationships with a diverse range of internal teams including our broader powered team, sales, programming, and other support functions such as trade marketing, research and insights and commerce to consistently deliver project outcomes that meet and exceed client expectations.

Supporting a Content Partnerships Manager you’ll develop a thorough understanding of our customers’ needs and goals ensuring quality in execution.  You will also be looking for ways to optimise a client’s experience to deliver valued and memorable customer interactions which deliver commercial outcomes.

Day to day you will:

• Work as an expert project manager implementing radio & podcast integrated campaigns to ensure you deliver a market leading experience to our clients. 
• Be highly organized and capable of managing multiple teams and projects at different stages.
• Be a problem-solver who can act quickly and effectively. You'll need to follow your instincts to anticipate and handle problems, and to communicate them to the content partnerships manager for resolution
• Responsible for relevant communications, to effectively manage conflict resolution, and compliance on campaign deliverables with support of the content partnerships manager 
• Work closely with our sales and content teams & talent building strong relationships with key stakeholders
• Operate effectively in a solutions-based culture and demonstrate proactivity and collaboration at all times.
• Be the lead on your designated portfolio, provide content integration specialist support and knowledge to sales teams & wider Content Partnerships team

Qualifications

What you’ll bring:

• Exceptional Stakeholder Management: Proven ability to build strong relationships across diverse internal and external teams, coupled with excellent pitch and negotiation skills to effectively sell ideas.
• Strong Project Management & Attention to Detail: Highly organised with outstanding project management skills, exceptional attention to detail, and a relentless focus on quality output while working to deadlines.
• High Ownership & Proactive Problem-Solving: Demonstrates high levels of ownership and responsibility, with the ability to proactively solve problems and think strategically.
• Passion for Audio: A genuine enthusiasm for audio as a medium, with ideal experience in radio/audio.
• Communication & Collaboration: Strong verbal and written communication skills, with a collaborative team-player mindset and the ability to relate to individuals at all organisational levels.
• Adaptability & Experience: Thrives in a fast-paced, growing environment, with approximately 2 years of relevant experience.
• Tech Proficiency: Proficient in Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, Gmail, Google Drive, and Google Sheets

Being part of our Nine Sales team means you will benefit from:

• Competitive Sales Incentive Scheme that rewards and recognises performance & success. 
• Sales Academy – our bespoke training and development program for Sales.
• Complimentary subscriptions to all our platforms including Sydney Morning Herald, AFR, The Age, Brisbane Times and WA today.
• Exclusive invitations to Nine Events – whether you are a fan of Ninja Warrior or the NRL, it could be you sitting in the audience!
• Discounts on lifestyle, entertainment, and leisure memberships, including health insurance, dental and gym.
• Discounts on products and services with corporate partners.

Additional Information

How we work

At Nine, our flexible work options vary by role and team. Depending on the position, this may include flexible hours, hybrid work, or part-time arrangements. We welcome discussing your flexibility needs during the hiring process - just ask the Talent Acquisition team. 

Our employee benefits include:

• 18 weeks paid parental leave with no distinction between primary and secondary carers.
• Access to 'Employee Exclusives' program - a way of getting closer to our incredible brands, offering unique experiences, behind-the-scenes access, and awesome perks.
• Digital newspaper subscription to our mastheads.
• Annual gift voucher for Stan subscription.

More info at Nine Careers.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion:

We're committed to a safe, respectful and inclusive Nine. From day one, you'll be encouraged to bring your whole self to work and will be supported to perform at your best.

We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disabilities, and of all ages, genders, nationalities, backgrounds and cultures as we recognise the importance and value of diverse perspectives. Should you require any adjustments to the recruitment process, please advise us when you apply.

Work rights: Please note to apply for this role you must already have the right to lawfully work and live in Australia.