Born from the need for specialised travel requirements and passion (borderline fanaticism) for the sports and entertainment industries, we built a team matched to our clients. A little bit like online dating but with all the bells and whistles! Today stage and screen are recognised as a leader in managing travel for some of the most demanding industries in the world. We are the largest specialised travel services provider for Sport | Music, Touring & Arts | TV & Production | Film | Creative Industries. With over 20 years of business travel experience across 6 countries backed by Flight Centre Travel Group, our people are dedicated, passionate and highly experienced experts who become an extension of our client’s business.
The General Manager of Stage & Screen will be the strategic catalyst for our brand's continued leadership in the sports and entertainment travel sector. Responsible for developing and executing a compelling long-term vision, this role demands a dynamic leader who can navigate complex market dynamics and drive sustainable growth.
Leading a high-performance leadership team spanning operations, sales, account management, product, technology, and finance, the successful candidate will be pivotal in transforming strategic objectives into exceptional customer experiences. With our current market-dominant position as a foundation, this role will focus on innovative expansion strategies, identifying new opportunities, and maintaining our competitive edge.
The ideal leader will combine strategic thinking, commercial acumen, and the ability to inspire teams to exceed expectations, ensuring we continue to set the benchmark in our industry.
• Building high-performing teams that drive strategic value and future-proof our business
• Leading with agility across self, team, and organisational levels, balancing people and commercial imperatives
• Driving financial performance through precise budget management, forecasting, and sustainable growth strategies
• Ensuring ethical operations with robust governance and a keen eye on maintaining a healthy net margin
• Conducting sophisticated market research to make data-driven decisions that enhance competitive positioning
• Collaborating with senior stakeholders to understand market dynamics, pricing, and technological advancements
• Building strong relationships with internal teams and third-party suppliers to optimise operational effectiveness
• Interpreting complex financial reports and identifying strategic risks and opportunities
• Championing global productivity strategies by streamlining processes and leveraging technology
• Creating an environment of continuous improvement and innovation that drives organisational excellence
The successful candidate will have...
• 5+ years of experience in a Senior Management position
• Proven leadership experience with a track record of developing high-performing teams, driving commercial growth, and navigating complex organisational change
• Exceptional customer-centric approach with comprehensive experience across CX, operations, sales, and emerging travel technologies, demonstrating an innovative mindset
• Strong commercial acumen and strategic networking capabilities, able to engage confidently at multiple organisational levels and capitalize on new business opportunities
What you'll Enjoy:
🙋🏾♀️Culture: you will be employed by an inclusive company that offers a team culture like no other in the industry - Flight Centre Travel Group Australia is proud to be a certified Great Place To Work® Australia New Zealand Pty Lt
👐🏽 Our People: FCTG is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourage all suitably qualified applicants to apply, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People and people from racial, ethnic, or ethno-religious minority groups and people with disability
🎉Development: Individualised Learning & Development pathway options
🔧Access to LinkedIn Learning for ongoing skills development: over 24,500 courses in over 20 languages
🏆Exclusive Staff Discounts: Accessible via our employee-only portal with 350+ of Australia’s leading retailers, health and wellness discounts, financial planning advice, employee share plan and more
🌏Travel Discounts: Including family and friends - flights, hotels, tours, cruises, travel insurance and more
💎Brightness of Future: Career opportunities in a network of brands and businesses across the globe - we promote from within
🥦Corporate Health Discounts: Access exclusive discounts on health insurance plans for you and your family with our partner, BUPA, access to internal gym
🌞Mental Health: Support and Employee Assistance Program for staff and family
🎉Social: Regular awards nights, social team-building and industry events, with the opportunity to attend global conferences (Los Angeles in 2025)
🙏🏼 Giving Back: Corporate Social Responsibility program supporting nominated charities through Workplace Giving, volunteering and fundraising; paid parental and volunteer leave
💚Sustainability: The protection of our environment is essential to the future of tourism, as a leading travel group, we have made efforts to affect positive change to the environment
