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Women’s Elite Rugby (WER) is now accepting applications for a Director of Product Merchandising & Retail. Candidates must be excited to work in a startup league while building the foundation for the future.

WER is building the leading women’s rugby brand in the United States. We are looking for a creative, driven merchandising leader to lead the strategy, execution, and growth of our merchandise operations. This is a high-impact role focused on building an exceptional product experience for fans, athletes, and supporters of women’s elite rugby. The Director of Product Merchandising and Retail owns the end-to-end merchandise business, from product line strategy and design direction to sourcing, imports, production, inventory, ecommerce, and event retail.

Every fan interaction with WER apparel and accessories should feel premium, inclusive, and unmistakably connected to women’s rugby. The mandate is to scale a profitable, data-driven retail operation across direct to consumer, licensing, game-day retail, and select partners, while elevating athlete-led campaigns, community impact, and multi-channel sales.

Specific Duties:

Merchandising Strategy and Line Architecture - Design Direction and Brand Storytelling - Sourcing,

Production, and Quality - Inventory Planning and Operations - Ecommerce and Omnichannel Retail - Marketing, Partnerships, and Community - Team Leadership and Budget

Minimum Qualifications:

Education

• Formal Higher Education in Business, Fashion, Design or similar.

Experience

• 4+ years in apparel or retail merchandising, brand commerce, or sports merchandise, with increasing responsibility across assortment planning, sourcing, inventory, and ecommerce. Women’s sports or growth-stage league experience preferred.
• Demonstrated success building line plans and pricing strategies, leading cross-functional teams, integrating PLM, Resource Planning, and Shopify or similar, and delivering revenue and margin growth.
• Proven track record launching new campaigns or collections, running game day or pop-up retail, and building community or fundraising programs with measurable results.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Merchandise financials, OTB planning, inventory management, and basic retail economics. Strong fluency in analytics and dashboards for conversion, AOV, UPT, sell-through, and margin.
• Proficient with sourcing and production workflows, vendor negotiation, quality control, and import logistics. Comfortable managing 3PL fulfillment and event retail operations.
• Skilled in product storytelling, briefs, and sample approvals, with an eye for fit, graphics, trims, and packaging that reflect the WER brand.
• Strong leadership, communication, and cross-functional collaboration across Marketing, Partnerships, Finance, and Team Operations.
• Fan-first mindset with a commitment to accessibility, inclusion, and community impact.
• Must have a Valid US Drivers License and currently eligible to work in the US.
• Travel to club markets and events and availability for nights and weekends during the season for games and launches.
• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds at pop-ups and stand for extended periods during retail operations.

Application Instructions: Please include a cover letter, resume, and contact information for three professional references. Send application materials to: Careers@womenseliterugby.us

Screening of Applications Begins: For best consideration submit application materials by 11/22/2025

Anticipated start date: The selected candidate is expected to start in January 2026

Salary range: [$40,000-60,000]

Hours: Full Time

Location: Remote-some travel required

Background Screening Statement: A background check will be required.

Equal Opportunity Statement: WER is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Applications from women, minority group members, veterans and individuals with disabilities

are encouraged to apply.

Accommodation: If you require a reasonable accommodation for a disability for any part of the employment process, please contact WER at careers@womenseliterugby.us

Work Authorization: As required by the 1986 Immigration Act, be prepared to present acceptable documentation upon hire showing your identity and that you are a U.S. citizen or an alien who is authorized to work.

Women’s Elite Rugby (WER) is now accepting applications for a contractual Sales Manager position for the Denver Onyx. Candidates must be excited to work in a startup league while building the foundation for the future.

WER is the newest women’s professional league on the US landscape. Formed as a single-entity league, WER is focused on delivering an entertaining brand of rugby to the US market and providing the highest standard of rugby available to our players. With the U.S. slated to host the 2033 Women’s Rugby World Cup, all eyes are on WER to set the tone around the sport’s competitive and business success.

The purpose of this position is to serve as the point person for strategic sales and revenue generation specific to corporate sponsorships that align with the league's brand and business goals to ensure consistent communication and client satisfaction.

Specific Duties: The specific responsibilities include

• Develop and execute sales strategies to meet or exceed annual sponsorship revenue targets.
• Renew and upsell existing partnerships through relationship building and value demonstration.
• Build long-term relationships by understanding client needs and aligning them with sponsorship opportunities.
• Host and engage sponsors during games, events, and networking functions to strengthen partnerships.
• Negotiate sponsorship agreements, ensuring favorable terms for both the team and the sponsor.
• Ensure all contractual obligations are fulfilled, including signage, digital content, media exposure, and game-day experiences.
• Work closely with marketing, community relations, ticket sales, and game operations to maximize sponsorship value.
• Manage sponsor activations during games and special events, ensuring premium client experience.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Sports Management, Communications, or a related field.
• Experience: 3–5 years of sales experience, ideally in corporate partnerships, B2B sales, advertising, or media; Demonstrated success in prospecting, building relationships, and closing revenue-generating deals; Experience in account management and servicing clients.
• Valid driver’s license (for travel to sponsor meetings and events).

Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Effective communicator, comfortable providing direct feedback, and experience leading and communicating within high pace and pressure environments
• Collaborator, effective listener and solution-oriented
• Ability to be a self-starter and work independently in a startup environment.

Preferred Education/Experience:

• Education: Master’s degree (MBA or related field) with a concentration in marketing, sales, or sports management. Additional coursework or certifications in sponsorship sales, negotiation, or sports marketing.
• Experience: 5–7+ years of experience in corporate sponsorship sales, preferably with a professional or collegiate sports team, sports marketing agency, or entertainment property; Proven track record of securing major sponsorship deals (naming rights, presenting partners, category exclusivity); Experience supervising or mentoring junior sales staff; Familiarity with CRM systems, sponsorship valuation tools, and ROI reporting platforms.

Application Instructions: Please include a cover letter, resume, and contact information for three professional references. Send application materials to: Careers@womenseliterugby.us

Screening of Applications Begins: For best consideration submit application materials by Monday, November 24, 2025.

Anticipated start date: The selected independent contractor is expected to start in December

Salary range: Commission based work

Contracted position: December 2025-August 2026

Background Screening Statement: A background check will be required.

Equal Opportunity Statement: WER is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Applications from women, minority group members, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Accommodation: If you require a reasonable accommodation for a disability for any part of the employment process, please contact WER at careers@womenseliterugby.us

Work Authorization: As required by the 1986 Immigration Act, be prepared to present acceptable documentation upon hire showing your identity and that you are a U.S. citizen or an alien who is authorized to work.

Women’s Elite Rugby (WER) is now accepting applications for a contractual Sales Manager position for the Chicago Tempest. Candidates must be excited to work in a startup league while building the foundation for the future.

WER is the newest women’s professional league on the US landscape. Formed as a single-entity league, WER is focused on delivering an entertaining brand of rugby to the US market and providing the highest standard of rugby available to our players. With the U.S. slated to host the 2033 Women’s Rugby World Cup, all eyes are on WER to set the tone around the sport’s competitive and business success.

The purpose of this position is to serve as the point person for strategic sales and revenue generation specific to corporate sponsorships that align with the league's brand and business goals to ensure consistent communication and client satisfaction.

Specific Duties: The specific responsibilities include

• Develop and execute sales strategies to meet or exceed annual sponsorship revenue targets.
• Renew and upsell existing partnerships through relationship building and value demonstration.
• Build long-term relationships by understanding client needs and aligning them with sponsorship opportunities.
• Host and engage sponsors during games, events, and networking functions to strengthen partnerships.
• Negotiate sponsorship agreements, ensuring favorable terms for both the team and the sponsor.
• Ensure all contractual obligations are fulfilled, including signage, digital content, media exposure, and game-day experiences.
• Work closely with marketing, community relations, ticket sales, and game operations to maximize sponsorship value.
• Manage sponsor activations during games and special events, ensuring premium client experience.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Sports Management, Communications, or a related field.
• Experience: 3–5 years of sales experience, ideally in corporate partnerships, B2B sales, advertising, or media; Demonstrated success in prospecting, building relationships, and closing revenue-generating deals; Experience in account management and servicing clients.
• Valid driver’s license (for travel to sponsor meetings and events).

Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Effective communicator, comfortable providing direct feedback, and experience leading and communicating within high pace and pressure environments
• Collaborator, effective listener and solution-oriented
• Ability to be a self-starter and work independently in a startup environment.

Preferred Education/Experience:

• Education: Master’s degree (MBA or related field) with a concentration in marketing, sales, or sports management. Additional coursework or certifications in sponsorship sales, negotiation, or sports marketing.
• Experience: 5–7+ years of experience in corporate sponsorship sales, preferably with a professional or collegiate sports team, sports marketing agency, or entertainment property; Proven track record of securing major sponsorship deals (naming rights, presenting partners, category exclusivity); Experience supervising or mentoring junior sales staff; Familiarity with CRM systems, sponsorship valuation tools, and ROI reporting platforms.

Application Instructions: Please include a cover letter, resume, and contact information for three professional references. Send application materials to: Careers@womenseliterugby.us

Screening of Applications Begins: For best consideration submit application materials by Monday, November 24, 2025.

Anticipated start date: The selected independent contractor is expected to start in December

Salary range: Commission based work

Contracted position: December 2025-August 2026

Background Screening Statement: A background check will be required.

Equal Opportunity Statement: WER is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Applications from women, minority group members, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Accommodation: If you require a reasonable accommodation for a disability for any part of the employment process, please contact WER at careers@womenseliterugby.us

Work Authorization: As required by the 1986 Immigration Act, be prepared to present acceptable documentation upon hire showing your identity and that you are a U.S. citizen or an alien who is authorized to work.

Women’s Elite Rugby (WER) is now accepting applications for a contractual Sales Manager position for the Bay Breakers. Candidates must be excited to work in a startup league while building the foundation for the future.

WER is the newest women’s professional league on the US landscape. Formed as a single-entity league, WER is focused on delivering an entertaining brand of rugby to the US market and providing the highest standard of rugby available to our players. With the U.S. slated to host the 2033 Women’s Rugby World Cup, all eyes are on WER to set the tone around the sport’s competitive and business success.

The purpose of this position is to serve as the point person for strategic sales and revenue generation specific to corporate sponsorships that align with the league's brand and business goals to ensure consistent communication and client satisfaction.

Specific Duties: The specific responsibilities include

• Develop and execute sales strategies to meet or exceed annual sponsorship revenue targets.
• Renew and upsell existing partnerships through relationship building and value demonstration.
• Build long-term relationships by understanding client needs and aligning them with sponsorship opportunities.
• Host and engage sponsors during games, events, and networking functions to strengthen partnerships.
• Negotiate sponsorship agreements, ensuring favorable terms for both the team and the sponsor.
• Ensure all contractual obligations are fulfilled, including signage, digital content, media exposure, and game-day experiences.
• Work closely with marketing, community relations, ticket sales, and game operations to maximize sponsorship value.
• Manage sponsor activations during games and special events, ensuring premium client experience.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Sports Management, Communications, or a related field.
• Experience: 3–5 years of sales experience, ideally in corporate partnerships, B2B sales, advertising, or media; Demonstrated success in prospecting, building relationships, and closing revenue-generating deals; Experience in account management and servicing clients.
• Valid driver’s license (for travel to sponsor meetings and events).

Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Effective communicator, comfortable providing direct feedback, and experience leading and communicating within high pace and pressure environments
• Collaborator, effective listener and solution-oriented
• Ability to be a self-starter and work independently in a startup environment.

Preferred Education/Experience:

• Education: Master’s degree (MBA or related field) with a concentration in marketing, sales, or sports management. Additional coursework or certifications in sponsorship sales, negotiation, or sports marketing.
• Experience: 5–7+ years of experience in corporate sponsorship sales, preferably with a professional or collegiate sports team, sports marketing agency, or entertainment property; Proven track record of securing major sponsorship deals (naming rights, presenting partners, category exclusivity); Experience supervising or mentoring junior sales staff; Familiarity with CRM systems, sponsorship valuation tools, and ROI reporting platforms.

Application Instructions: Please include a cover letter, resume, and contact information for three professional references. Send application materials to: Careers@womenseliterugby.us

Screening of Applications Begins: For best consideration submit application materials by Monday, November 24, 2025.

Anticipated start date: The selected independent contractor is expected to start in December

Salary range: Commission based work

Contracted position: December 2025-August 2026

Background Screening Statement: A background check will be required.

Equal Opportunity Statement: WER is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Applications from women, minority group members, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Accommodation: If you require a reasonable accommodation for a disability for any part of the employment process, please contact WER at careers@womenseliterugby.us

Work Authorization: As required by the 1986 Immigration Act, be prepared to present acceptable documentation upon hire showing your identity and that you are a U.S. citizen or an alien who is authorized to work.

Women’s Elite Rugby (WER) is now accepting applications for General Manager of Team Business Operations for the Bay Breakers, located in San Francisco/Bay Area, CA. Candidates must be excited to work in a startup league while building the foundation for the future.

WER is the newest women’s professional league on the US landscape. Formed as a single-entity league, WER is focused on delivering an entertaining brand of rugby to the US market and providing the highest standard of rugby available to our players. 

In collaboration with WER Leadership, the General Manager is an execution-driven ‘doer’ who owns how the entire WER experience in their market comes to life.  In addition to owning the team revenue generation, this role drives the execution of supporting initiatives such as marketing, ticketing, operations and other strategies with a local market lens. Collaborating with the functional teams at WER that includes marketing, partnerships, operations, sponsorships, and fan engagement will be necessary to bring the best possible experience to life for fans. 

Specific Duties: 

Leadership & Strategic Management

• Leading and overseeing activities to deliver a successful and sustainable professional rugby team.
• Managing and developing a 3–5 person business operations team of seasonal workers and volunteers to execute local market experiences for both players and fans.
• Chairing major team projects and initiatives, exercising delegated authority within established management procedures.
• Balancing priorities such as sporting integrity, sustainability, reputation, and commercial growth.
• Serving as the owner of the end-to-end fan experience.
• Maintaining visibility and accessibility to players, staff, volunteers, sponsors, and community partners.

Revenue Generation & Commercial Development

• Owning team revenue generation through execution of commercial initiatives.
• Maximizing commercial opportunities to ensure financial sustainability, including sourcing and supporting sponsors and commercial partners according to WER guidelines.
• Managing team contracts, partnerships, and agreements with local vendors, sponsors, and businesses, converting relationships to the WER structure where applicable.
• Supporting WER in the development and execution of team-specific sales, marketing, merchandising, and media strategies
• Overseeing game-day operations of the team from venue relations, staffing, vendors, security, in-game fan and player amenities and overall fan experience.
• Evolving team brand and implementing marketing strategies to promote long-term growth of both the team and the league for the benefit of fans, players, commercial partners, clubs, and investors.

Community, Communication & Stakeholder Engagement

• Coordinating with league media teams to provide timely content, player access, and storytelling opportunities.
• Developing and maintaining relationships within the community to strengthen and expand the team’s reputation, civic engagement, and commercial success.
• Enabling and supporting the establishment of a vibrant and proactive volunteer group.
• Assisting WER league leadership with event and game day planning and management, including sourcing suitable venues, event production, and commercial development.

Compliance & Governance

• Maintaining and enforcing legal requirements of the WER within the team and in all WER interactions and activities.
• Ensuring compliance with statutory requirements including health and safety, player welfare, and all relevant legal standards.
• In conjunction with WER leadership, develop and manage the team’s annual budget, including revenue forecasting, expense tracking, and monthly reporting.

It is expected that the successful candidate will abide by all written policies and procedures of Women’s Elite Rugby.

Required Minimum Qualifications: 

• BA/BS in Sport Management, Business, Marketing/Communications, or other applicable degree.
• 2-4 years of progressive leadership in a multifaceted sports organization or similar high paced environment.
• Expertise in one of three areas: Revenue generation, Brand and Marketing development, or Event Management
• Proven ability to grow fanbase, revenue, community relations at a local market level.
• Experience with strategic planning and implementation in sports and/or entertainment. 
• Effective communicator, comfortable providing direct feedback, and experience leading and communicating within high pace and pressure environments.
• Collaborator, effective listener and solution-oriented
• Ability to be a self-starter and work independently in a startup environment.
• Must reside in the market for which they are applying.

Preferred Qualifications: 

• Masters in Sport Management, Business, Marketing/Communications, Leadership or other applicable degree
• 5-7 years of leadership experience
• Start-up experience, and knowledge about the US rugby ecosystem.

Background Screening Statement: A background check will be required.  

Application Instructions: Please include a cover letter, resume, contact information for three professional references, and indicate to which market(s) you are applying. Send application materials to: Careers@womenseliterugby.us

Screening of Applications Begins: For best consideration submit application materials by Friday, December 5, 2025

Anticipated start date: The selected candidate is expected to start in January

Salary range: $40,000-60,000 plus bonus structure.

Hours:  Full-Time

Type: Exempt

Location: San Francisco, CA

Work Requirements: Must successfully complete a comprehensive pre-employment background check., Able to work non-traditional hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, and travel as needed in support of team operations and league events.

Equal Opportunity Statement: WER is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Applications from women, minority group members, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Accommodation: If you require a reasonable accommodation for a disability for any part of the employment process, please contact WER at careers@womenseliterugby.us

Work Authorization: As required by the 1986 Immigration Act, be prepared to present acceptable documentation upon hire showing your identity and that you are a U.S. citizen or an alien who is authorized to work.

Women’s Elite Rugby (WER) is now accepting applications for General Manager of Team Business Operations for the Boston Banshees, located in Boston, MA. Candidates must be excited to work in a startup league while building the foundation for the future.

WER is the newest women’s professional league on the US landscape. Formed as a single-entity league, WER is focused on delivering an entertaining brand of rugby to the US market and providing the highest standard of rugby available to our players. 

In collaboration with WER Leadership, the General Manager is an execution-driven ‘doer’ who owns how the entire WER experience in their market comes to life.  In addition to owning the team revenue generation, this role drives the execution of supporting initiatives such as marketing, ticketing, operations and other strategies with a local market lens. Collaborating with the functional teams at WER that includes marketing, partnerships, operations, sponsorships, and fan engagement will be necessary to bring the best possible experience to life for fans. 

Specific Duties: 

Leadership & Strategic Management

• Leading and overseeing activities to deliver a successful and sustainable professional rugby team.
• Managing and developing a 3–5 person business operations team of seasonal workers and volunteers to execute local market experiences for both players and fans.
• Chairing major team projects and initiatives, exercising delegated authority within established management procedures.
• Balancing priorities such as sporting integrity, sustainability, reputation, and commercial growth.
• Serving as the owner of the end-to-end fan experience.
• Maintaining visibility and accessibility to players, staff, volunteers, sponsors, and community partners.

Revenue Generation & Commercial Development

• Owning team revenue generation through execution of commercial initiatives.
• Maximizing commercial opportunities to ensure financial sustainability, including sourcing and supporting sponsors and commercial partners according to WER guidelines.
• Managing team contracts, partnerships, and agreements with local vendors, sponsors, and businesses, converting relationships to the WER structure where applicable.
• Supporting WER in the development and execution of team-specific sales, marketing, merchandising, and media strategies
• Overseeing game-day operations of the team from venue relations, staffing, vendors, security, in-game fan and player amenities and overall fan experience.
• Evolving team brand and implementing marketing strategies to promote long-term growth of both the team and the league for the benefit of fans, players, commercial partners, clubs, and investors.

Community, Communication & Stakeholder Engagement

• Coordinating with league media teams to provide timely content, player access, and storytelling opportunities.
• Developing and maintaining relationships within the community to strengthen and expand the team’s reputation, civic engagement, and commercial success.
• Enabling and supporting the establishment of a vibrant and proactive volunteer group.
• Assisting WER league leadership with event and game day planning and management, including sourcing suitable venues, event production, and commercial development.

Compliance & Governance

• Maintaining and enforcing legal requirements of the WER within the team and in all WER interactions and activities.
• Ensuring compliance with statutory requirements including health and safety, player welfare, and all relevant legal standards.
• In conjunction with WER leadership, develop and manage the team’s annual budget, including revenue forecasting, expense tracking, and monthly reporting.

It is expected that the successful candidate will abide by all written policies and procedures of Women’s Elite Rugby.

Required Minimum Qualifications: 

• BA/BS in Sport Management, Business, Marketing/Communications, or other applicable degree.
• 2-4 years of progressive leadership in a multifaceted sports organization or similar high paced environment.
• Expertise in one of three areas: Revenue generation, Brand and Marketing development, or Event Management
• Proven ability to grow fanbase, revenue, community relations at a local market level.
• Experience with strategic planning and implementation in sports and/or entertainment. 
• Effective communicator, comfortable providing direct feedback, and experience leading and communicating within high pace and pressure environments.
• Collaborator, effective listener and solution-oriented
• Ability to be a self-starter and work independently in a startup environment.
• Must reside in the market for which they are applying.

Preferred Qualifications: 

• Masters in Sport Management, Business, Marketing/Communications, Leadership or other applicable degree
• 5-7 years of leadership experience
• Start-up experience, and knowledge about the US rugby ecosystem.

Background Screening Statement: A background check will be required.  

Application Instructions: Please include a cover letter, resume, contact information for three professional references, and indicate to which market(s) you are applying. Send application materials to: Careers@womenseliterugby.us

Screening of Applications Begins: For best consideration submit application materials by Friday, December 5, 2025

Anticipated start date: The selected candidate is expected to start in January

Salary range: $40,000-60,000 plus bonus structure.

Hours:  Full-Time

Type: Exempt

Location: Boston, MA

Work Requirements: Must successfully complete a comprehensive pre-employment background check., Able to work non-traditional hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, and travel as needed in support of team operations and league events.

Equal Opportunity Statement: WER is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Applications from women, minority group members, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Accommodation: If you require a reasonable accommodation for a disability for any part of the employment process, please contact WER at careers@womenseliterugby.us

Work Authorization: As required by the 1986 Immigration Act, be prepared to present acceptable documentation upon hire showing your identity and that you are a U.S. citizen or an alien who is authorized to work.

Women's Elite Rugby (WER) is now accepting applications for General Manager of Team Business Operations for the Denver Onyx, located in Denver, CO. Candidates must be excited to work in a startup league while building the foundation for the future.

WER is the newest women’s professional league on the US landscape. Formed as a single-entity league, WER is focused on delivering an entertaining brand of rugby to the US market and providing the highest standard of rugby available to our players. 

In collaboration with WER Leadership, the General Manager is an execution-driven ‘doer’ who owns how the entire WER experience in their market comes to life.  In addition to owning the team revenue generation, this role drives the execution of supporting initiatives such as marketing, ticketing, operations and other strategies with a local market lens. Collaborating with the functional teams at WER that includes marketing, partnerships, operations, sponsorships, and fan engagement will be necessary to bring the best possible experience to life for fans. 

Specific Duties: 

Leadership & Strategic Management

• Leading and overseeing activities to deliver a successful and sustainable professional rugby team.
• Managing and developing a 3–5 person business operations team of seasonal workers and volunteers to execute local market experiences for both players and fans.
• Chairing major team projects and initiatives, exercising delegated authority within established management procedures.
• Balancing priorities such as sporting integrity, sustainability, reputation, and commercial growth.
• Serving as the owner of the end-to-end fan experience.
• Maintaining visibility and accessibility to players, staff, volunteers, sponsors, and community partners.

Revenue Generation & Commercial Development

• Owning team revenue generation through execution of commercial initiatives.
• Maximizing commercial opportunities to ensure financial sustainability, including sourcing and supporting sponsors and commercial partners according to WER guidelines.
• Managing team contracts, partnerships, and agreements with local vendors, sponsors, and businesses, converting relationships to the WER structure where applicable.
• Supporting WER in the development and execution of team-specific sales, marketing, merchandising, and media strategies
• Overseeing game-day operations of the team from venue relations, staffing, vendors, security, in-game fan and player amenities and overall fan experience.
• Evolving team brand and implementing marketing strategies to promote long-term growth of both the team and the league for the benefit of fans, players, commercial partners, clubs, and investors.

Community, Communication & Stakeholder Engagement

• Coordinating with league media teams to provide timely content, player access, and storytelling opportunities.
• Developing and maintaining relationships within the community to strengthen and expand the team’s reputation, civic engagement, and commercial success.
• Enabling and supporting the establishment of a vibrant and proactive volunteer group.
• Assisting WER league leadership with event and game day planning and management, including sourcing suitable venues, event production, and commercial development.

Compliance & Governance

• Maintaining and enforcing legal requirements of the WER within the team and in all WER interactions and activities.
• Ensuring compliance with statutory requirements including health and safety, player welfare, and all relevant legal standards.
• In conjunction with WER leadership, develop and manage the team’s annual budget, including revenue forecasting, expense tracking, and monthly reporting.

It is expected that the successful candidate will abide by all written policies and procedures of Women’s Elite Rugby.

Required Minimum Qualifications: 

• BA/BS in Sport Management, Business, Marketing/Communications, or other applicable degree.
• 2-4 years of progressive leadership in a multifaceted sports organization or similar high paced environment.
• Expertise in one of three areas: Revenue generation, Brand and Marketing development, or Event Management
• Proven ability to grow fanbase, revenue, community relations at a local market level.
• Experience with strategic planning and implementation in sports and/or entertainment. 
• Effective communicator, comfortable providing direct feedback, and experience leading and communicating within high pace and pressure environments.
• Collaborator, effective listener and solution-oriented
• Ability to be a self-starter and work independently in a startup environment.
• Must reside in the market for which they are applying.

Preferred Qualifications: 

• Masters in Sport Management, Business, Marketing/Communications, Leadership or other applicable degree
• 5-7 years of leadership experience
• Start-up experience, and knowledge about the US rugby ecosystem.

Background Screening Statement: A background check will be required.  

Application Instructions: Please include a cover letter, resume, contact information for three professional references, and indicate to which market(s) you are applying. Send application materials to: Careers@womenseliterugby.us

Screening of Applications Begins: For best consideration submit application materials by Friday, December 5, 2025

Anticipated start date: The selected candidate is expected to start in January

Salary range: $40,000-60,000 plus bonus structure.

Hours:  Full-Time

Type: Exempt

Location: Denver, CO

Work Requirements: Must successfully complete a comprehensive pre-employment background check., Able to work non-traditional hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, and travel as needed in support of team operations and league events.

Equal Opportunity Statement: WER is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Applications from women, minority group members, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Accommodation: If you require a reasonable accommodation for a disability for any part of the employment process, please contact WER at careers@womenseliterugby.us

Work Authorization: As required by the 1986 Immigration Act, be prepared to present acceptable documentation upon hire showing your identity and that you are a U.S. citizen or an alien who is authorized to work.

Women's Elite Rugby (WER) is now accepting applications for General Manager of Team Business Operations for the Chicago Tempest, located in Chicago, IL. Candidates must be excited to work in a startup league while building the foundation for the future.

WER is the newest women’s professional league on the US landscape. Formed as a single-entity league, WER is focused on delivering an entertaining brand of rugby to the US market and providing the highest standard of rugby available to our players. 

In collaboration with WER Leadership, the General Manager is an execution-driven ‘doer’ who owns how the entire WER experience in their market comes to life.  In addition to owning the team revenue generation, this role drives the execution of supporting initiatives such as marketing, ticketing, operations and other strategies with a local market lens. Collaborating with the functional teams at WER that includes marketing, partnerships, operations, sponsorships, and fan engagement will be necessary to bring the best possible experience to life for fans. 

Specific Duties: 

Leadership & Strategic Management

• Leading and overseeing activities to deliver a successful and sustainable professional rugby team.
• Managing and developing a 3–5 person business operations team of seasonal workers and volunteers to execute local market experiences for both players and fans.
• Chairing major team projects and initiatives, exercising delegated authority within established management procedures.
• Balancing priorities such as sporting integrity, sustainability, reputation, and commercial growth.
• Serving as the owner of the end-to-end fan experience.
• Maintaining visibility and accessibility to players, staff, volunteers, sponsors, and community partners.

Revenue Generation & Commercial Development

• Owning team revenue generation through execution of commercial initiatives.
• Maximizing commercial opportunities to ensure financial sustainability, including sourcing and supporting sponsors and commercial partners according to WER guidelines.
• Managing team contracts, partnerships, and agreements with local vendors, sponsors, and businesses, converting relationships to the WER structure where applicable.
• Supporting WER in the development and execution of team-specific sales, marketing, merchandising, and media strategies
• Overseeing game-day operations of the team from venue relations, staffing, vendors, security, in-game fan and player amenities and overall fan experience.
• Evolving team brand and implementing marketing strategies to promote long-term growth of both the team and the league for the benefit of fans, players, commercial partners, clubs, and investors.

Community, Communication & Stakeholder Engagement

• Coordinating with league media teams to provide timely content, player access, and storytelling opportunities.
• Developing and maintaining relationships within the community to strengthen and expand the team’s reputation, civic engagement, and commercial success.
• Enabling and supporting the establishment of a vibrant and proactive volunteer group.
• Assisting WER league leadership with event and game day planning and management, including sourcing suitable venues, event production, and commercial development.

Compliance & Governance

• Maintaining and enforcing legal requirements of the WER within the team and in all WER interactions and activities.
• Ensuring compliance with statutory requirements including health and safety, player welfare, and all relevant legal standards.
• In conjunction with WER leadership, develop and manage the team’s annual budget, including revenue forecasting, expense tracking, and monthly reporting.

It is expected that the successful candidate will abide by all written policies and procedures of Women’s Elite Rugby.

Required Minimum Qualifications: 

• BA/BS in Sport Management, Business, Marketing/Communications, or other applicable degree.
• 2-4 years of progressive leadership in a multifaceted sports organization or similar high paced environment.
• Expertise in one of three areas: Revenue generation, Brand and Marketing development, or Event Management
• Proven ability to grow fanbase, revenue, community relations at a local market level.
• Experience with strategic planning and implementation in sports and/or entertainment. 
• Effective communicator, comfortable providing direct feedback, and experience leading and communicating within high pace and pressure environments.
• Collaborator, effective listener and solution-oriented
• Ability to be a self-starter and work independently in a startup environment.
• Must reside in the market for which they are applying.

Preferred Qualifications: 

• Masters in Sport Management, Business, Marketing/Communications, Leadership or other applicable degree
• 5-7 years of leadership experience
• Start-up experience, and knowledge about the US rugby ecosystem.

Background Screening Statement: A background check will be required.  

Application Instructions: Please include a cover letter, resume, contact information for three professional references, and indicate to which market(s) you are applying. Send application materials to: Careers@womenseliterugby.us

Screening of Applications Begins: For best consideration submit application materials by Friday, December 5, 2025

Anticipated start date: The selected candidate is expected to start in January

Salary range: $40,000-60,000 plus bonus structure.

Hours:  Full-Time

Type: Exempt

Location: Chicago, IL

Work Requirements: Must successfully complete a comprehensive pre-employment background check., Able to work non-traditional hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, and travel as needed in support of team operations and league events.

Equal Opportunity Statement: WER is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Applications from women, minority group members, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Accommodation: If you require a reasonable accommodation for a disability for any part of the employment process, please contact WER at careers@womenseliterugby.us

Work Authorization: As required by the 1986 Immigration Act, be prepared to present acceptable documentation upon hire showing your identity and that you are a U.S. citizen or an alien who is authorized to work.