• Job Description

  Req#: REF1807U

  Company Description

  At Maple Leaf Sports & Entertainment Partnership (MLSE), we are committed to creating an inclusive workplace that is representative of our community and where all employees feel they belong and can reach their full potential. We are Canada’s preeminent leader in delivering top quality sport and entertainment experiences and one of North America’s leading providers of exceptional fan experiences. We are the parent company of the National Hockey League’s Toronto Maple Leafs, the National Basketball Association’s Toronto Raptors, Major League Soccer’s Toronto FC, the Canadian Football League’s Toronto Argonauts and development teams with the Toronto Marlies (American Hockey League), Raptors 905 (NBA G League), Toronto FC II (MLS NEXT Pro League) and Raptors Uprising Gaming Club, the Toronto Raptors Esports franchise in the NBA 2K League.

  MLSE owns and/or operates all the venues our teams play and train in, including Scotiabank Arena, BMO Field, Coca-Cola Coliseum, Ford Performance Centre, BMO Training Ground, and OVO Athletic Centre. We also provide fans in Toronto with incredible live music and entertainment events, as well as exceptional culinary experiences through our restaurants (e11even and RS) and clubs (Hot Stove Club, ScotiaClub and Platinum Club). Through MLSE Foundation, we have invested more than $45 million into Ontario communities since 2009 and with MLSE LaunchPad, we provide a place where youth facing barriers use sport to recognize and reach their potential.

  We achieve all of this through our Common Purpose - to unite and empower our employees to create extraordinary moments for our fans and each other. Come be a part of the team

  Job Description

  The Event Specialist is responsible for playing a lead role in managing a portfolio of events and experiential activations. In this role, we are looking for someone who can support all areas of event management and execution of MLSE brand teams, corporate, Foundation, partnership, and other internal and external events. This person will be responsible for delivering compelling event experiences which will ultimately lead to deeper fan engagement, client loyalty, and satisfaction while driving a deeper connection to our brands.

  We are seeking a creative and self-motivated individual who is passionate about our teams and brands and likes to work in fast-paced environments that produce new challenges daily.

  Contract: 12- Month

  • Work closely with different business units to plan and execute events and experiential activations for both our core business and our partners.
  • Take internal and external briefs and lead end-to-end project management processes on a wide range of different projects.
  • Work closely with internal departments on a wide range of projects and events.
  • Leadership responsibility through mentorship and coaching of an Event Coordinator.
  • Keep informed with industry trends and innovative ideas to build overall event knowledge, while always staying curious to find unique and creative ways to keep events refreshed and special.
  • Develop creative event and activation pitch proposals.
  • Communicate proposals clearly and effectively to internal and external clients.
  • Ensure our programs are executed with excellence and deliver on all objectives and KPIs.
  • Simultaneously managing multiple projects.

  Qualifications

  Note: Before reviewing the qualifications listed below, we want you to know that we understand you may not meet all the qualifications described and have other relevant expertise and experience. We invite you to please share this with us in the "Message to the Hiring Manager" section of our online application.

  • 3-5 years of experience in events and/or experiential marketing.
  • Strong track record of collaborating with cross-functional partners.
  • Outstanding communicator, both written and verbal.
  • Creative, problem solving, and analytical approach.
  • Self-motivated and eager to take on new challenges.
  • Solid understanding of MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint).
  • Knowledge of our teams & the sports and entertainment industry.

  Additional Information

  Apply by: February 12th, 2024

  We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

  At MLSE, we are committed to building an equitable, diverse and inclusive organization.

  We are an equal opportunity employer and we do not discriminate on the basis of race, ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, record of offences, marital status, family status or disability. MLSE will provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities in the job application process. If you have difficulty using our online application system and you need an accommodation due to a disability, please email accommodations@mlse.com. Please note this email is only for accommodation requests. Resumes sent to this email address will not be considered.

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• About the company

  MLSE is one of North America’s leading providers of unimaginable experiences. We are the parent company of the Toronto Maple Leafs (NHL), Toronto Raptors (NBA), Toronto FC (MLS), Toronto Argonauts (CFL), Toronto Marlies (AHL), Raptors 905 (NBAGL), TFC II (USL), and Raptors Uprising Gaming Club, the Toronto Raptors Esports franchise in the NBA 2K League. Our talented group of professionals are accountable for delivering everything our teams need to win. At the end of the day, our mission is simple: bring the world to its feet.

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