Senior Manager - Commercial Strategy & Operations

The National Women’s Soccer League (NWSL) is one of the fastest-growing professional sports leagues in the U.S., powered by 16 clubs and a deep roster of the world’s best players, and built on record-shattering fan, media and commercial growth. Now in its 14th season, the league’s momentum continues to accelerate, with viewership and attendance numbers growing rapidly, social media fandom on the rise, team valuations massively increasing and new top sponsors investing in the NWSL brand. This unprecedented growth in audience, media reach, and franchise value reflects the NWSL’s expanding fan base and increasing dominance in the sports-media landscape and popular culture.

The future of the NWSL is now — and we’re looking for world-class talent like you to help us continue the momentum.

The Role

The NWSL Senior Manager of Commercial Strategy & Operations is responsible for driving cross-functional initiatives that are critical to the long-term success of the National Women’s Soccer League.  This role will work closely with both the Strategy team and the Marketing and Commercial Organization (MCO) to optimize operational processes and manage Board/Committee relationships in order to operationalize the League’s strategic vision.

What You Will Own & Drive

1. Commercial Committee Management
2. 1. Collaborate directly with the Chief Commercial Officer, Executive Leadership Team (ELT), and the Chair of the NWSL Commercial Committee to manage the operations and execution of the monthly Commercial Committee meetings
   2. Lead agenda creation and coordinate with the rest of the League Office to ensure presentations are prepared promptly and effectively, following the Standard Operating Procedure for how the League manages Board Committees
   3. Ensure Committee follow ups are actioned by the appropriate internal leaders to fulfill recommendation buy-in by the Committee and selectively project manage initiatives within the Committee’s remit
3. Project Management
4. 1. Lead cross-functional projects from inception to completion that support NWSL long-term goals by designing workback plans, managing key stakeholders, conducting analyses on existing datasets to inform the answer, and ensuring timely delivery and alignment with strategic goals
   2. Coordinate cross-functional teams across the sponsorship, licensing, media, marketing, and strategy teams to ensure successful project execution
   3. Identify, raise, and mitigate project risks with the support of senior leadership to keep delivery on track
5. Operational Management
6. 1. Maintain connectivity across the internal organization and identify best working practices within the commercial team to drive organizational efficiencies.
   2. Support the VP of Strategy, Chief Commercial Officer, and other Senior Leaders on the commercial team in preparing for Board of Governors communications and meetings.
   3. Proactively monitor, analyze, and document League objectives and key results (OKRs) and revenue pacing by convening commercial department leaders on a regular basis to guide internal work streams and work with senior leadership to ensure appropriate resources are being allocated to achieve our goals. 

What You Will Bring

Core Qualifications

• Education & Experience: Bachelor’s degree with 5+ years in strategy consulting, investment banking, or corporate strategy.
• Analytical & Project Leadership: Strong quantitative, financial modeling, and problem-solving skills, with a track record of managing timelines on complex workflows and projects.
• Execution under Pressure: Ability to synthesize key insights from diverse stakeholders and deliver high-quality work in a fast-paced environment.
• Communication & Discretion: Exceptional written, verbal, and presentation skills, combined with a professional demeanor and strict confidentiality.
• Flexibility: Willingness to travel and work non-traditional hours, including evenings and weekends, as needed.

Preferred Qualifications

• Domain Expertise: Experience in Sports, Entertainment, Media, or Tech, paired with a passion for and deep understanding of US soccer culture (especially women’s soccer).
• Work Style: Proactive, hands-on mindset with a strong bias for action in a flat, entrepreneurial organization.

Our Investment in You

In addition to working in an incredible, inclusive, and committed-to-diversity culture, we offer:

• Competitive Compensation: $115,000 - $130,000 (Salary is contingent upon candidate qualifications and functional business needs).
• Time & Flexibility: Unlimited Paid Time Off (PTO), sick days, and an end-of-year office closure.
• Hybrid Work Model: Three days in-office and two remote days per week.
• Robust Health Coverage: Medical, Dental, Vision, and Mental Health benefits for employees and dependents.
• Financial Future: 401k with employer match and safe harbor contributions.
• Comprehensive Benefits & Perks: Commuter Benefits, Short/Long-Term Disability, Life Insurance, Gym On-Site, Voluntary Pet Insurance, and more!

Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

The NWSL is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.

We celebrate diversity and are deeply committed to creating an inclusive and equitable environment for all employees. All employment decisions—including recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, compensation, and termination—are made without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, pregnancy or childbirth, personal appearance, family responsibilities, sexual orientation or preference, gender identity, political affiliation, source of income, place of residence, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, age, marital status, military veteran status, unfavorable discharge from military service, physical or mental disability, or any other basis protected by applicable law.

If you need assistance or an accommodation during the application process due to a disability, you may contact us at [email protected].