A storied sports franchise…a world class arena…the best fans…

AND YOU

Original – Authentic – Vibrant – Attainable

Our Game Plan

The New York Islanders Hockey Club is one of the most iconic franchises in professional sports, with a deeply passionate and loyal fan base that is second to none. Built on a Dynasty in the 1980’s with four straight Stanley Cup Championships, our history is what will propel us into the future, confidently assuming a position of strength in the sports, entertainment, and cultural landscape.

Our home at UBS Arena at Belmont Park, which was built for hockey and made for music, cements our brand into the very foundation of New York. We have always carved our own path, and to our fans the Islanders are a way for people to be a part of something greater than themselves. To be a part of living history, with the glory of the past fueling the drive for our fifth Stanley Cup.

How to Make the Team

We are looking for a Manager, Premium Sales with exceptional communication and customer service skills. The Manager, Premium Sales, will be responsible for generating revenue by selling multi-year Suite and Club Licenses at UBS Arena. The ideal candidate should be professional, driven, possess strong business acumen and have the ability to present to C-Level executives. This position will report to the Vice President, Premium Sales.

Show Us You Can

Generating Suite and Club Seat revenue by prospecting new clients, appointment setting and preparing/executing sales presentations in both face to face and virtual formats
Developing and implementing new sales initiatives using industry best practices
Maintaining strong business relationships and reporting updates of progress throughout the sales process
Generating and presenting sales reports to cite individual and team growth and projections
Enhancing relationships with new and existing Premium members by collaborating with premium service department to create best in class experiences for clients
Positively contribute to the sales and service culture by developing mutually beneficial working relationships with all UBS Arena and New York Islanders associates across various departments within the organizations
Participating and contributing to daily and/or weekly team meetings and training sessions
Perform other related tasks as assigned

In Terms of Fit

Accustomed to working in a fast-paced environment with the ability to multi-task and collaborate
Self-motivated with strong interpersonal, organizational and presentation skills
Willingness to work non-traditional hours, including evenings, weekends, gamedays and holidays

Your Training & Talent

A four-year college degree or work experience in Business, Sales, Service or Marketing, or another related field
Proven track record in meeting and exceeding all sales targets
Experience working in Ticketmaster Archtics and CRM
Heightened attention to detail with strong time management and organizational skills
Ability to prioritize and thrive in a changing environment
Possess a team-first attitude and work well with others
Exceptional communication and networking skills
Proficient in the Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Calendar.
Ability to work remote

Where You’ll Go

The New York Islanders have offices in Floral Park, NY, as well as Manhattan. You will be in the office 2-3 days per week
Attend home games at UBS Arena and other events (events can fall on evenings, weekends, and/or holidays)

What Skills You’ll Use

Flexibility: Switch gears on a moment’s notice and adapt to shifting priorities
Motivation: Leverage your personal skills to drive results and influence success
Autonomy: Manage your time, work independently, and prioritize tasks
Collaboration: Liaise with cross-functional internal teams and establish positive relationships
Creativity: Think outside the box, bringing innovative ideas to the table
Accountability: Take ownership of your work
Conflict Resolution: Show off your problem solving and decision-making skills

What’s in it for You

Expanding your experience with an iconic NHL® franchise in our quest for a 5th Stanley Cup
Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) retirement plan with company match
Paid time off and holidays
Professional development opportunities
Employee discount at New York Islanders Pro Shops
Joining an entrepreneurial, start-up mindset

The Fine Print

The New York Islanders are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our organization. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

Manager, Business Development