Events & Business Development Manager

JustRace Events & JR Sports

Location: Nenagh, Co. Tipperary

Working Arrangement: Hybrid – Work from Home Available. Attendance required at events, meetings and operational activities as necessary.

Salary: €35,000–€40,000 DOE + 3% Commission on Gross Profit Generated through JR Sports Sales

Contract: Full-Time Permanent

Weekend Work: Essential (Event Weekends)

About Us

JustRace is one of the fastest-growing endurance event companies in the Mid-West of Ireland, delivering some of the region's leading road races and running events, including the Lahinch Half Marathon, Limerick Half Marathon, RunClare Series, Limerick Runs Series, Sixmilebridge Half Marathon, Ennis Half Marathon, Nenagh Half Marathon and more.

Alongside our events portfolio, JR Sports supplies sports equipment, race infrastructure, timing solutions and event services to clubs, schools and organisations throughout Ireland.

We are seeking an ambitious and highly organised Events & Business Development Manager to play a key role in growing both divisions of the business.

The Role

This is a hands-on management position responsible for the planning, delivery and growth of the JustRace event portfolio while also supporting the growth of JR Sports through proactive sales and relationship management.

The successful candidate will become a key member of the team and will be responsible for ensuring events are delivered to the highest standards while identifying and securing new sales opportunities.

Key Responsibilities

Event Management

  • Manage the planning and delivery of all JustRace events.

  • Coordinate event timelines, logistics and operational plans.

  • Liaise with local authorities, Gardaí, emergency services and stakeholders.

  • Manage suppliers, contractors and event infrastructure.

  • Recruit and coordinate volunteers and event staff.

  • Oversee race registrations and participant communications.

  • Support sponsorship activation and partner relationships.

  • Prepare event reports, budgets and post-event evaluations.

  • Ensure compliance with Health & Safety requirements.

  • Attend and manage race-day operations.

  • Support the continued growth and development of the JustRace event portfolio.

Sales & Business Development (JR Sports)

  • Generate new sales opportunities for JR Sports.

  • Build relationships with schools, clubs, local authorities and event organisers.

  • Follow up sales leads and prepare quotations.

  • Promote sports equipment, timing services and event infrastructure solutions.

  • Develop repeat business opportunities.

  • Attend networking events, industry exhibitions and customer meetings.

  • Maintain and update CRM and sales records.

  • Work towards agreed sales and profitability targets.

Essential Requirements

  • Strong organisational and project management skills.

  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

  • Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously.

  • Full clean driving licence and access to transport.

  • Strong IT skills including Microsoft Office and online systems.

  • Willingness to travel throughout Ireland when required.

  • Willingness to work evenings and weekends during event season.

  • Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.

Desirable Experience

  • Event management experience.

  • Sports industry experience.

  • Sales or business development experience.

  • Experience working with clubs, schools or community organisations.

  • Understanding of endurance events and race organisation.

  • Experience managing suppliers, volunteers and operational teams.

What Success Looks Like

Within 12 months you will:

  • Successfully manage the delivery of the JustRace event portfolio.

  • Improve operational efficiency across all events.

  • Generate new business and sales growth for JR Sports.

  • Build strong relationships with clubs, schools and event partners.

  • Take ownership of event delivery and operational planning.

  • Become a key contributor to the future growth of JustRace and JR Sports.

Package

  • Salary: €35,000–€40,000 per annum.

  • 3% commission on gross profit generated from JR Sports sales secured by the employee.

  • Company phone and laptop.

  • Mileage and approved business expenses.

  • Hybrid working with work-from-home flexibility.

  • Opportunity for progression as the company grows.

To Apply

Please send your CV and a short cover letter outlining your experience and why you would be a good fit for the role to:

events@justraceevents.com

Closing Date: June 20th 2026