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Unleash your leadership potential as a Chief Revenue Officer for the England and Wales Cricket Board, an inclusive and forward-thinking organization driving cricket's future.
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Organisation Summary:
The England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) is the national authority in charge of all cricket-related activities in England and Wales. The organization's mission is to inspire a generation to see cricket as their game, driving social cohesion and inclusion. They envision becoming the most inclusive sport in the country by 2028.
Role Summary:
- Join ECB as Chief Revenue Officer to develop and execute its commercial and revenue strategy.
- Explore and create innovative commercial opportunities in the evolving world of sport and entertainment.
- Maximize revenue to support reinvestment in cricket across all levels.
- Oversee ECB's marketing functions for competitions and events.
Role Requirements:
- Proven experience in negotiating high-value media and commercial agreements and developing ambitious commercial strategies.
- Capability to lead diverse, high-performing teams.
- Ability to drive innovation within marketing and revenue sectors.
- Extensive understanding of the sports, entertainment, or media sectors.
Application Process Details:
- Apply directly through this link: https://www.odgers.com/opportunities/?r=0#AssignDetail.aspx?guid=94085
- Contact Jaspar.Topham@odgers.com or Fergus.Hughes-Onslow@odgers.com for any queries.
- Please note that the entire application process is managed by Odgers.
HOW TO APPLY
Please go to the following link to apply:
https://www.odgers.com/opportunities/?r=0#AssignDetail.aspx?guid=94085
For more information about the role please email [email removed - click apply for more details] or [email removed - click apply for more details]
Please note this role is being fully handled by Odgers and any queries can be directed to the above contacts. Please do not apply via this BeApplied platform.
Purpose
As part of our ambition to become the country’s Most Inclusive Sport by 2028, we are seeking a dynamic and visionary Chief Revenue Officer (CRO) to join our Executive Leadership Group.
WHO WE ARE
The England and Wales Cricket Board is the national governing body for all cricket in England and Wales, supporting the game at every level – from grassroots to professional.
We believe cricket is a force for good that can have an enduring impact on everyone’s lives and we have an ambitious strategy to inspire a generation to say ‘cricket is a game for me’. It provides great entertainment. It teaches important skills, both physical and social. It can help inclusion and social cohesion, bringing communities together.
The ECB welcomes applications from all backgrounds to ensure we deliver our Inspiring Generations strategy and fulfil our purpose to connect communities and improve lives through cricket.
The Role
Reporting directly to the CEO, the CRO will lead and shape the ECB’s commercial and revenue strategy. You’ll be responsible for maximising both short- and long-term revenue generation to support our reinvestment in cricket at every level.
Working closely with the CFO, you will drive negotiations and management of key partnerships including broadcast rights, media deals, and commercial sponsorships—ensuring we grow the game's reach, relevance, and financial sustainability.
You will also lead ECB's marketing functions across competitions and events, champion innovation, and identify new and creative commercial opportunities that reflect the evolving world of sport and entertainment.
What We're Looking For
We're looking for an inspiring leader with proven experience in:
Negotiating high-value media and commercial agreements
Developing and delivering ambitious commercial strategies
Leading diverse, high-performing teams
Innovating across marketing and revenue streams in a fast-paced environment
A strong understanding of the sports, entertainment, or media sectors is highly desirable.
OUR VALUES
Run on respect. We ensure our game is based on fairness, respect and decency.
Embrace enjoyment. We make sure everyone finds fun in the game.
Build belonging. We actively include so everyone can find a place in the game.
Progress with purpose. We stay open to change to keep the game moving forward.
Why Join Us?
At ECB, you’ll be part of an inclusive and forward-thinking organisation where your ideas, energy, and leadership will make a real impact on the future of cricket in England and Wales.
HOW TO APPLY
https://www.odgers.com/opportunities/?r=0#AssignDetail.aspx?guid=94085
For more information about the role please email [email removed - click apply for more details] or [email removed - click apply for more details]
Please note this role is being fully handled by Odgers and any queries can be directed to the above contacts.
