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Magic Millions - Head of Digital

Division: Magic Millions Digital

Location: Gold Coast (preferred) | Flexible

Reports to: Managing Director

Role Purpose

The Head of Digital will lead the next phase of growth and innovation across Magic Millions’ digital business. This senior leadership role will define and execute a forward-thinking digital strategy spanning bloodstock, sales, marketing, and technology. With a mandate to enhance the performance and profile of Magic Millions Digital, the successful candidate will drive market share growth, deepen client engagement, and position strongly for online sales in the thoroughbred industry.

Key Responsibilities

1. Strategic Leadership & Vision

- Set and execute a long-term strategic plan for Magic Millions Digital, aligned with company-wide commercial priorities.

- Champion innovation and digital transformation across the business.

- Identify and capitalise on growth opportunities including new digital sale formats, international expansion, and strategic partnerships.

2. Market Engagement & Profile

- Act as a key industry spokesperson for Magic Millions Digital, engaging vendors, buyers, syndicators, and other stakeholders to grow market influence.

- Build and sustain market confidence through strategic relationships, thought leadership, and high-impact delivery.

- Elevate Magic Millions Digital as a best-in-class platform globally.

3. Commercial Performance & Growth

- Own revenue growth, market share, and user adoption KPIs.

- Optimise platform performance through data-led sales, marketing, and customer engagement strategies.

- Lead the continual refinement of the commercial model, calendar, and customer offering.

4. Product & Technology Oversight

- Lead product vision and delivery in collaboration with internal tech teams and third-party providers.

- Prioritise platform enhancements that improve user experience, performance, and integration.

- Drive innovation in remote sales technologies, vendor tools, and buyer services.

5. Internal Leadership & Execution

- Build and manage a high-performing team aligned with Magic Millions’ broader strategic goals.

- Foster cross-functional collaboration across Bloodstock, Marketing, IT, Finance, and Client Services.

- Provide regular updates and strategic guidance to Executive and Board-level stakeholders.

Ideal Candidate Profile

- Proven experience in leading digital business strategy and growth in a relevant industry (bloodstock, racing, e-commerce, or digital marketplace).

- Deep understanding of the thoroughbred sales landscape and credibility with key market stakeholders.

- Commercial acumen with a track record of revenue growth, platform adoption, and market positioning.

- Strong grasp of digital marketing, customer acquisition, and buyer/vendor behaviour in online environments.

- Experience with technology oversight and managing product development lifecycles.

- A compelling communicator and external ambassador with the confidence to lead strategic discussions with clients and stakeholders.

- Entrepreneurial mindset with the operational rigour to execute at scale.

Strategic Imperative

This appointment reflects Magic Millions’ continued investment in digital innovation. The Head of Digital will ensure clear ownership and unified execution across the online division, supporting growth ambitions and the company’s commercial position in a rapidly evolving global market.

Watership Down Stud - Sale Professionals

Join our team of Record Breakers

The Breeders of sire sensation TOO DARN HOT recent sale highlights include; the highest price ever for a Broodmare sold in Europe, the highest priced Yearling filly sold in Europe in 2023, the highest priced Yearling sold in the World in 2022...

We are looking for enthusiastic and knowledgeable sales professionals to join our team in the UK, with new team members to start mid July until after the European Yearling Sales, with the option to extend until the December Sales.

Accommodation provided and competitive remuneration

Johnny McKeever is attending Magic Millions this week.

Please call Johnny for further info on +0044 7781 346806 or email info@watershipdownstud.co.uk

Send a quick note and your CV to tomika@kickcollective.co