Manly Warringah Sea Eagles are delighted to confirm the appointment of Jason King as the Club’s new Chief Executive Officer.
King’s appointment follows the resignation of Tony Mestrov, who will step away from the role on 19 December.
A premiership-winning Manly prop and former Club Captain, King made 239 appearances across 14 seasons for the Club, 217 with Manly and 22 with the Northern Eagles.
After retiring as a player in 2014, King has built a highly successful career in rugby league administration, occupying senior positions at the NRL for more than a decade.
A practising solicitor, King is currently Executive General Manager of Legal, Integrity & Risk at the NRL, having previously held senior positions in NRL football operations and commercial departments.
Sea Eagles Chairman, Scott Penn is thrilled to have King at the helm.
“Jason is an accomplished NRL administrator bringing over 10 years’ experience to the Sea Eagles,” Penn said.
“As a past Captain, playing over 200 games for the Club, makes Jason the perfect candidate to bring the Sea Eagles new strategic plan to life.
We are delighted to welcome Jason back to the Club as CEO as we celebrate our 80th year in 2026
Scott Penn
Sea Eagles Chairman
King, who is a Life Member at Manly, is excited about the road ahead.
“It’s an incredible honour to be appointed the next Chief Executive of the Sea Eagles,” King said.
“This Club has been a defining part of my life, and I feel humbled to return in this leadership role.
“I am deeply grateful to the Club’s ownership and Board for the trust they have placed in me, and for the opportunity to serve a Club that means so much to me and the community.
“I look forward to working with Scott and the Board, our players and staff, corporate and government partners, and our passionate members and fans to deliver on the Club’s strategy and drive sustained success.”
“I would also like to thank Peter V’landys, the Commission, Andrew Abdo and my colleagues at the NRL for their support over the past decade. Our game is thriving at all levels and well positioned for even greater growth under Peter and Andrew’s leadership.
“The Sea Eagles are a very proud Club with a rich and successful history.
It is a privilege to return home, honour that legacy, and help shape a strong and exciting future
Jason King
Incoming CEO
King will begin his new role at the Sea Eagles in early 2026.
