General Manager – Corporate Services

The Cowboys Group is seeking a GM Corporate Services to provide group-wide leadership across operations, human resources, risk and compliance, properties and facilities, growth and commercialisation. Reporting to the Group CEO, you will bring our strategy to life through coordinated, united execution, strengthen organisational capability, and make sure our resources, systems and commercial opportunities are aligned to sustainable growth that benefits the community we serve.

As a member of the executive leadership team, and working closely with the Group Chief Financial Officer, you will improve performance, manage operational and enterprise risk, oversee major initiatives and support sound, timely decision-making.

About the Cowboys Group

More than a sporting organisation, the Cowboys Group is one of Queensland’s most recognised and respected brands. For over 30 years, our teams across the North Queensland Toyota Cowboys, Cowboys Leagues Club and Cowboys Community Foundation have united communities, created memorable experiences and delivered meaningful impact throughout the region. With the largest geographical footprint in the NRL, we’re driven by a shared commitment to our people, members, fans and community. If you’re looking to be part of an organisation that values connection, ambition and regional pride, there’s no better team to join.

About the role

• Lead integrated Group operating plans, performance measures and reporting, and drive continuous improvement, innovation and efficiency that support sustainable growth.
• Provide executive oversight of risk, compliance, governance, HR policy and complex HR matters.
• Ensure facilities, venues and operational assets are safe, compliant and fit for purpose, and commercialise existing and new properties and investments.
• Plan and deliver priority Group projects and growth initiatives, including business cases, budgets, milestones, post-implementation reviews and governance arrangements.
• Identify and lead commercial opportunities, including modelling, negotiation and partner, supplier, government and community relationships.
• Lead, coach and build a high-performing multidisciplinary team, and live the Cowboys Group values.
• Provide the Group CEO and Boards with concise reporting on performance, risks, priorities and outcomes.

About you

• Tertiary qualification in business, commerce, management, finance, law or a related discipline.
• Significant senior executive experience leading diverse operational functions in a complex, multi-site organisation.
• A proven track record of delivering growth, expansion, transformation or commercialisation initiatives, with measurable results.
• Strong financial and commercial acumen, including contract management and the ability to interpret performance analysis and turn it into sound decisions.
• Hands-on experience across enterprise risk, compliance, governance, human resources and facilities or major assets, with the judgement to balance them in a complex, multi-site environment.
• Experience developing systems, processes and policies.
• Experience across hospitality, sport and/or the nonprofit sector highly desirable.
• Strong communication, negotiation and relationship skills, with high integrity and discretion.
• Ability to travel as needed.
• Current National Police Check and other role-related registrations or checks, or the ability to obtain them.

How to apply

Apply through SEEK with your resume and a cover letter addressing your suitability for the role. Applications are treated confidentially.