Maple Leaf Sports & Entertainment (MLSE) one of the world's premier sports and entertainment companies, owns the Toronto Maple Leafs (NHL), Toronto Raptors (NBA), Toronto FC (MLS), Toronto Argonauts (CFL), Toronto Marlies (AHL), Raptors 905 (NBA D-League), TFC II (USL) and Raptors Uprising Gaming Club, the Toronto Raptors Esports franchise in the NBA 2K League. Its charitable arm, MLSE Foundation, focuses on funding initiatives to support youth through sport and recreational programs. In 2017 MLSE Foundation, with support of community and corporate partners, built MLSE LaunchPad, a 42,000-sq. ft. space dedicated to programming that support its four Pillars: Healthy Body, Healthy Mind, Ready For School and Ready For Work.

MLSE also owns and operates Scotiabank Arena, Canada’s premier sports & entertainment venue hosting more than 200 events each year, as well as two digital channels (Leafs Nation Network and NBA TV Canada), and has a partnership with Live Nation (the biggest concert promoter in the world). MLSE has also invested in and operates five of Toronto's sports facilities – Coca-Cola Coliseum, BMO Field, BMO Training Grounds at Downsview Park, home of Toronto FC's Academy and the First Team's practice facility, the Toronto Raptors’ training facility and the MasterCard Centre for Hockey Excellence, the practice facility for the Maple Leafs and Marlies.

MLSE’s common purpose is to unite and empower employees to deliver extraordinary moments to our fans and each other.

As a vital member of our Live Entertainment team, you will facilitate the successful coordination of MLS & AHL home games, as well as other sporting and live events.  

• Act as main contact for internal departments planning & executing events on AHL & MLS game days - Global Partnerships, Ticket Sales & Service, Community Relations, Marketing and Game Operations. 
• Act as main liaison with operational departments to communicate game details and balance all game day requirements – F&B, Security, Event Personnel, Fan Services, Ticket Operations, Venue Operations, Building Operations, and Merchandise. 
• Assist Team Services with scheduling of game day ice & field usage as well as practice requirements. 
• Facilitate event execution thru thorough completion of Event Details & Event Estimates.
• Set up event floor & site plans using customized AutoCad program (some training will be provided).
• Report through the Live Events Manager, ensuring all event staff are briefed and coached on league best practices and expectations.
• Liaise with Communications department to execute successful team press events; pre & post game press conferences, new player announcements, and all other pertinent press related matters. 
• Organize and chair, as assigned, event production meetings with internal staff and event promoters to determine promoter / event / building requirements.
• Prepare, distribute and track event cost estimates, expense summaries and event activation details to all departments, ensuring accurate communication on all event aspects.
• Determine, place orders for, and confirm internal & external work orders & rental supply orders are complete and signed off.
• Generate event cost estimates for clients after consultation with promoters and MLSE departments, ensuring accuracy, thoroughness, and adherence to operational policies/procedures.
• Manage third party contractual agreements; ensure all Event License Agreements and obligations are adhered to.
• Prepare all-expense documentation, including backup as required, for event settlements & assist in the charting & tracking of event cost trends.
• Maintain a thorough understanding of all union collective bargaining agreements in place.
• Provide assistance to other areas and venues as requested.

• A minimum of 2-5 years experience in event management; ability to manage budgets and event settlements, capable of leading large and diverse groups of people, and providing exceptional client service
• Available to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required
• Previous venue operations or professional league experience an asset.
• Proven ability to listen, understand and communicate effectively
• A self-starter with a mature, professional attitude and presence
• The capacity to learn and grasp new concepts quickly
• Proven time management skills, 
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously with adherence to a strict deadline-driven environment.  
• Demonstrated ability to build and develop professional relationships
• Familiarity with Collective Bargaining Agreements is an asset
• A positive, winning approach, incorporating personal integrity, confidentiality, and professional discretion & decorum.

Apply by: March 9.

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

Maple Leaf Sports & Entertainment Partnership 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 [email protected]. Please note this email is only for accommodation requests. Resumes sent to this email address will not be considered.