Commercial Operations Coordinator

Join the team shaping the future of Australia’s game.

This is your chance to do work that has real impact, in an organisation that moves fast, aims high and plays a meaningful role in the lives of millions. Every role at the AFL helps progress the game, so more people can love it, connect with it and see what is possible through it.

The opportunity

This is a great opportunity to build experience in the sports and events industry, supporting the delivery of sponsor branding across AFL and AFLW matches and major events.

As a Commercial Operations Coordinator, you’ll help coordinate how sponsor signage appears in stadiums and on broadcast to ensure everything is accurate, on brand, and delivered on time. You’ll work closely with internal teams, clubs, venues, and external suppliers to bring match-day and event experiences to life.

This is a casual role, offering hands-on exposure to large-scale sporting events, including the Finals series and the AFL Grand Final, and is ideal for someone looking to grow a career in commercial operations.

What you’ll own

Event & Match Day Delivery

• Support the coordination of sponsor signage across AFL, AFLW and major events (e.g. Finals, Grand Final, Gather Round)
• Assist with preparing stadiums for games, including signage setup checks and venue readiness
• Help manage signage during events to ensure everything is delivered as planned

Stakeholder Coordination

• Work with venues, suppliers (signage production partners), and internal teams to deliver signage requirements
• Support communication with AFL clubs (teams) and commercial partners (sponsors)
• Build strong working relationships to ensure smooth delivery across multiple stakeholders

Planning & Administration

• Assist with signage planning, documentation and asset tracking
• Help coordinate print production and signage layouts
• Support budgeting processes, including purchase orders and tracking costs
• Maintain accurate records to ensure all sponsor commitments are met

Team Support

• Provide day-to-day support to the Commercial Operations team
• Assist with broader commercial projects and communications as needed

What you’ll bring

We’re looking for someone who is organised, proactive, and excited to work in a fast-paced environment. What matters most is your ability to coordinate tasks, communicate clearly, and manage detail.

You’ll bring:

• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
• Confidence working with multiple stakeholders
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• A proactive, can-do attitude
• Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-moving environment
• Interest in sport, events, marketing or operations (desirable, not essential)

Why you’ll love being on our team

• Be part of delivering major national sporting events seen by millions
• Gain hands-on experience across events, operations and commercial partnerships
• Work with leading brands, venues and suppliers
• Build valuable connections across the sports industry
• Develop practical skills that can lead to future opportunities in sport, events or marketing

Everyone has a place here

Our game brings people together, and we want our workplace to do the same. We are committed to building an environment where people feel respected, included and able to thrive, and where diversity of background, experience and perspective makes us stronger.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples are encouraged to apply.

The AFL is committed to promoting and protecting the safety and wellbeing of children and young people in our care. Please note, we undertake several screening processes to ensure this commitment is upheld, this includes ensuring the successful candidate to this position holds a valid employee Working with Children/ Vulnerable People check and a satisfactory criminal history record check.

Ready to play your part?

Applications close 19 June 2026