At SBS, we embrace difference, and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds. 

We also acknowledge the unique contribution that Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples make to our society and our workplace through their enduring and continued connection to land, sea, sky and community. 

About Us 

SBS is one of the world's most unique and innovative media organisations, producing trusted, meaningful, and engaging content that exists for all Australians to inspire, support and celebrate the diversity of our multicultural society.   

Our purpose, for the last 50 years, has reflected and explored the evolving diversity of Australia, investing in initiatives to deepen its connections with communities, sharing their stories and giving a voice to those often unheard, with the aim of increasing understanding and respect of the differences that make up Australia.  

SBS is a truly distinctive network, showcasing multicultural, multilingual and First Nations stories otherwise untold in the Australian media. 

The Role 

The National TV & Digital Sales Manager is a senior commercial leader responsible for accelerating revenue growth across SBS’s national TV and Digital portfolio. This role sets the strategic direction for national sales, driving share growth, yield optimisation and digital acceleration. 

You’ll lead a high performing sales culture, set clear standards, and take hands on ownership of major opportunities, pitches and negotiations. With a strong commercial lens, you’ll proactively identify risks and unlock revenue across BVOD, Linear TV, Digital Audio, and cross platform solutions. 

A key part of the role is evolving SBS’s commercial proposition, translating content, data and audience insights into compelling market offering, developing new products, and strengthening SBS’s position as a solutions led partner. You’ll also build and bring influential relationships with senior agency and client stakeholders, ensuring SBS is front of mind in a competitive landscape. 

About you 

You’re an experienced and commercially sharp sales leader with a track record of delivering sustained revenue growth in complex, high value environments. With at least seven years’ experience in advertising sales, you bring deep knowledge of both TV and Digital, and a clear understanding of the evolving future of broadcast media. 

You thrive in fast paced, performance driven environments and know how to build momentum, lift standards and inspire teams. You’re hands-on, strategic and commercially decisive. You’re comfortable leading major deals, navigating senior stakeholders, and spotting opportunities.  

You’re excited by the chance to shape the next chapter of SBS’s commercial growth and lead a team that’s passionate about impact, innovation and cultural connection. 

Your strengths include: 

• A data driven mindset and strong grasp of audience insights and CRM led selling

• Confidence in shaping market propositions and developing new commercial products

• The ability to build deep, trusted relationships with agencies, marketers and partners

• A collaborative approach that aligns with SBS’s values and purpose

• Motivational and performance-based leadership qualities

As part of our recruitment process, SBS may review information that is publicly available online, including social media profiles, in line with privacy and anti-discrimination laws. 

Feel like you meet most, but perhaps not all the criteria listed? Then, send through your detail as whilst we have specific requirements in mind we can look at how we can bridge the gaps! 

Some of the reasons to consider working with us: 

• The people! We truly celebrate and welcome difference at SBS and encourage everyone to bring their whole self to work & you’ll be part of one of the most inclusive companies in Australia! 

• The culture and the engagement of our workforce! 93% of our employees have stated that they are proud to work for SBS!  

• We offer a range of benefits from, health care checks, salary packaging, Employee Assistance Programme, flexible work arrangements and discounted gym membership nationally with Fitness Pass. 

• We’re agile and innovative in the way we work, as well as being a trusted and established brand. At SBS we have been broadcasting for over 50 years and our future is packed with many more exciting developments!

• We also love to promote from within! We have allocated training funds to do just that and help bridge the gaps when moving from role to role.

Want to learn more? Then hit apply and take the first step to applying not just for another job but a possible whole new career in a purpose led organisation. 

 For other opportunities within our organisation please visit our careers website SBS Careers - Working at SBS 

Reasonable adjustments  

SBS recognises that everyone is unique, and you might require some adjustments to ensure you have the best opportunity to apply and put your skills forward for consideration. If we can make some adjustments to the SBS recruitment/interview process to better enable you to shine, then please contact careers@sbs.com.au and let us know.  

Adjustments include but are not limited to; alternative application methods, interview setups, physical requirements, guidance for trans or gender diverse applicants, specific interview availability times and more.  

To find out more about reasonable adjustments with SBS, please view our video here. 

We are shortlisting applications as they come in, so don’t delay, apply today!