Head of Commercial

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LOCATION: Hull, East Yorkshire

SALARY: to £52,000 + bonus

Hull Kingston Rovers are one of the most exciting success stories in British sport. From their return to Super League in 2017 to becoming World Club Champions in 2026, the club has established itself as a dominant force on the field and one of the fastest-growing brands in rugby league. With a sold-out stadium, a loyal and growing fanbase, major redevelopment plans underway and unprecedented commercial momentum, Hull KR is entering a pivotal new chapter.

As Head of Commercial, you’ll have the rare opportunity to shape the commercial future of a world-champion club. Reporting to the Chief Operating Officer, you’ll lead the commercial strategy, drive revenue growth and build lasting partnerships that maximise the club’s national profile and long-term success.

WHY THIS ROLE STANDS OUT

• Join a World Club Champion club at a transformational stage of growth
• Own and shape the entire commercial strategy and revenue agenda
• Capitalise on record demand, a loyal fanbase and a powerful brand
• Work alongside the COO, CEO and Board with genuine backing and investment
• Build the commercial future of one of the UK’s most exciting sporting organisations

WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING

• Drive revenue and profit growth across sponsorship, hospitality, advertising and events
• Secure, develop and retain high-value commercial partnerships
• Lead, develop and inspire a high-performing commercial team
• Deliver outstanding partner activation, experiences and commercial events
• Identify new revenue opportunities and optimise commercial performance

WHAT YOU’LL BRING

• Proven success growing commercial revenue within business and/or sport, media, entertainment
• A strong track record of securing sponsorships and partnerships deals
• Experience leading a small commercial team, managing budgets and performance
• Excellent relationship-building, negotiation and stakeholder management skills
• A strategic, creative mindset with the ambition to build and grow something special

WHAT YOU’LL GET

• Competitive base salary with bonus
• 25 days holiday
• Time in lieu when working matchdays

WHY EMMERSON KITNEY?

At Emmerson Kitney, we Recruit Different. You’re not just another consultant – you’re a professional with goals, and we’ll help you achieve them. We know our clients, we understand their culture, and we work in true partnership to deliver powerful outcomes.

WHAT NEXT?

If you’re ready for a recruitment role with real scope and long-term potential, we’d love to talk.

Call Lloyd on 01482 628808.