WIF EVENTS

Careers in Football | Kelly Simmons OBE

Date and time: Wednesday 22 April 2026, 12 noon – 1pm (UK time)

Ever wondered how to turn your passion for football into a full-time career? Or maybe you’re looking for that next big step up? Our Careers in Football webinar series is here to help you navigate the world of football.

These sessions will highlight the incredible range of roles in football, and the diverse women shaping the game today. The series will feature women from different career stages, from entry-level to C-suite, and offer 60 minutes of open talk, practical advice, and networking opportunities.

Our guest for April is women’s football specialist and sports consultant, Kelly Simmons OBE. Kelly is a world leader in football with over 30 year-experience at The FA. From 2018–2023, Kelly was the Director of the Women’s Professional Game for the FA in England, where she led the led the transformation of the women’s professional game in England into one the world’s leading domestic systems, including the transition of the Women’s Super League (WSL) into a fully professional league and securing record sponsorship and media deals.

What to expect:

• The journey: Kelly will share her career path story
• Q&A session: Your chance to ask Kelly a question and get the answers you need
• Networking: Connect with fellow WIF members in online breakout rooms

Don’t wait for the session to start your search. The Women in Football jobs board is packed with roles from across the industry. Whether you’re looking for your next challenge, or your team is hiring and wants to reach the best diverse talent in the game, it’s your go-to resource.

Register for the session here. To join this event you must be a Women in Football member.