Build strong business partnerships. Grow regional success. Help fund Kiwi communities.
At The Lion Foundation, our success is built on strong relationships with hospitality venues throughout New Zealand. These relationships help generate funding for sports clubs, community groups, charities and local initiatives across the country. As Account Manager - Southern Region, you'll play an important role in growing our presence across Otago and Southland.
We're looking for an experienced commercial professional to join our Southern team and manage an established portfolio of hospitality venues while identifying opportunities for growth across the region. This is an autonomous role where you'll combine account management, business development and commercial thinking to deliver positive outcomes for venue operators, the communities we support and The Lion Foundation.
What you'll be doing
Managing and strengthening relationships with an established portfolio of venue partners
Identify and develop new venue opportunities across the Southern region (Dunedin to Bluff and Waimate)
Becoming a trusted advisor to venue operators and understanding their business goals
Identifying opportunities to improve venue performance and mutual commercial outcomes
Working closely with venue operators, suppliers and internal teams to deliver exceptional service
Using data, insights and market intelligence to support business growth
Ensuring all activities are conducted in line with compliance and regulatory requirements
Representing The Lion Foundation professionally within the hospitality sector and wider community
About you
You'll be someone who enjoys building strong relationships, spotting opportunities and working independently in a commercially focused environment.
You'll bring:
Established hospitality sector networks and the ability to build trusted relationships with venue owners, operators and industry stakeholders across the Southern region
Experience in account management, relationship management, business development or sales, with a proven track record of building and growing successful client relationships
Strong commercial acumen and business insight
Excellent communication and influencing skills
A proactive approach and the confidence to identify and pursue opportunities
Strong organisational and time management skills
High levels of professionalism, integrity and personal accountability
Experience within hospitality, Class 4 gaming, FMCG, liquor, accommodation, tourism, or another relationship-driven industry would be highly regarded.
Why join The Lion Foundation?
At The Lion Foundation, you'll be part of an organisation that delivers positive outcomes for communities throughout New Zealand.
In return, we offer:
A well-established and respected organisation
The opportunity to manage a regional portfolio
A highly autonomous role with variety and responsibility
Genuine opportunity to make a difference in communities across New Zealand
Supportive team culture and strong organisational values
Ongoing learning and development opportunities
An attractive remuneration package including a company vehicle, insurance benefits and other employee benefits
About The Lion Foundation
The Lion Foundation is one of New Zealand's leading Class 4 gaming societies. Through partnerships with hospitality venues nationwide, we generate funding that is returned to local communities through grants supporting sport, recreation, charitable organisations and community initiatives.
We are committed to operating responsibly, maintaining high standards of integrity and creating positive outcomes for the communities we serve.