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Men's Technical Strategy & Operations Manager (MBA Graduate Programme)

Division: Men's Technical 

Location: National Football Centre, St George's Park 

Vacancy Type: Fixed Term Contract, Full-time 

Closing Date: 13 May 2026

We are looking for a Technical Strategy & Operations Manager to provide strategic and operational support across Men's Technical, enabling the Technical Director to deliver high-performance outcomes for England Men's teams through clear prioritisation, disciplined execution, and robust governance.

This is a two-year fixed-term opportunity as part of the Football Association's Talent Initiative, which brings MBA-level strategic talent into the organisation to deliver high-impact projects across the federation.

The role is based at St George's Park National Football Centre, with an expectation to be on-site three days per week. There will also be a degree of travel, particularly in line with tournament schedules.

You may not have worked directly within football previously; however, we are seeking individuals who can translate technical thinking into clear strategic plans and deliver them effectively through strong operational execution.

What will you be doing?

• Provide strategic and operational and delivery support across the men's technical department, ensuring priorities are clear, resources aligned and execution consistently meets the demands of elite international football.

• Support the delivery of the FA strategic plan in order to deliver against objectives and our ‘game changer' of ‘winning a major tournament'.

• Translate the Technical Director direction / objectives into actionable, sequenced plans, maintaining momentum and clarity across a complex, multi‑disciplinary environment.

• Establish and maintain clear performance reporting, dashboards and review rhythms across priority programmes, camps and tournaments to provide assurance to the technical director and senior stakeholders.

• Lead the annual financial and strategic planning process for men's technical, with ownership and oversight of budgets in partnership with department heads, ensuring value for money and alignment to strategic priorities.

• Identify delivery risks early and coordinate corrective action where appropriate.

• Provide high‑quality analysis, options and recommendations to inform decision‑making on priorities, resource allocation, camps, tournaments and programme sequencing.

• Act as a trusted sounding board to pressure‑test plans, assumptions and trade‑offs while maintaining pace of delivery.

• Build strong working relationships with key internal and external stakeholders to support seamless delivery across clubs, competitions and international obligations.

• Lead structured post‑programme and post‑tournament reviews, translating learning into improvements in planning, delivery and cross‑functional ways of working.

• Role model FA values and help shape a culture at St George's Park that demonstrates the highest standards of professionalism, integrity and scrutiny.

• Execute additional tasks as required to meet the FA's changing priorities.

• Comply with all company policies and procedures to ensure the highest standards of health, safety, and well-being can be maintained.

• As part of the FA's commitment to ensuring a safe environment for everyone in football, every employee will be required to complete a DBS check. The level of the check required will be based on the activity of the specific job role and in line with legislation and government guidance.

What are we looking for?

Essential

• MBA or equivalent postgraduate qualification

• Passion for elite sport and/or football

• Strong ability to operate at both strategic and operational levels

• Proven experience translating strategy into clear, deliverable plans

• Experience leading complex programmes and projects end‑to‑end

• Proven ability to work effectively in complex, matrixed organisations

• Excellent analytical and problem‑solving capability

• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills

• Strong relationship‑building capability with senior and technical stakeholders

• Excellent organisational, planning and prioritisation skills

• High level of professional judgement, discretion and credibility

Beneficial

• Strong passion for football and understanding of the international elite game

• Experience working within an elite sport or high‑performance environment

• Strong influencing and negotiation skills

• Comfort operating in high‑pressure, high‑scrutiny environments

What's in it for you?

We are committed to ensuring everyone can flourish in their roles, to achieve this we have unique office spaces under the arch of the iconic Wembley National Stadium, which is the home of English Football. We are also delighted to offer a world-class, Elite Performance Centre, St. George's Park in Staffordshire which is an exceptional setting to develop and inspire high-performing England teams and leaders.

We pride ourselves in offering a competitive salary as well as great opportunities to develop and grow in your role. But that is not all; we also have a range of exciting benefits, some of which can be found below:

• Access to event day tickets at Wembley Stadium, alongside a host of regular internal events throughout the season, encouraging you to connect and learn with your colleagues and look after your mental health and well-being.

• Free, nutritious lunches at Wembley Stadium and St. George's Park.

• Free private medical cover.

• A contributory pension scheme.

• An additional 'Thank You' days leave, volunteering days as well as 25 days annual leave (based on a full-time, permanent contract.)

• A hybrid working model which offers greater flexibility.

For more information on what it is like to work at The FA, please visit our FA Careers page, https://www.thefa.com/about-football-association/careers 

Currently, we are working within a hybrid working model whereby the expectation is to work from your contractual location for part of the week, and as and when required by the team. The remaining days can be worked remotely. We will continue to monitor this model, and it may be adjusted in future if deemed necessary. The contractual location of this role can be found on the FA Careers page.

We are a diverse workplace, aspiring to represent football across the country. The Football Association actively promotes inclusion and diversity, encouraging you to be the best version of yourself at work. 

We welcome applications from everyone and are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. If you have any particular requirements in respect of the recruitment or interview process, please mention this during your application.

As part of the FA's commitment to ensuring a safe environment for everyone in football, every employee will be required to complete a DBS check. The level of the check required will be based on the activity of the specific job role and in line with legislation and government guidance.

First Team Senior Physiotherapist

Company Name: Grimsby Town

Location: Cleethorpes

Vacancy Type: Permanent

Position: Club

Salary Details: £35,000 - £36,750 Yearly

Advertising End Date: 13 May 2026

About The Role

This is a key role within our performance team, responsible for delivering top-level care, injury prevention, diagnosis, treatment and rehabilitation for our Men’s First Team.  You’ll work closely with the Head of Medical, coaching colleagues and performance team to optimise player availability and ensure elite-level medical provision. We're looking for someone with a proactive and organised approach, who thrives in high-pressure environments and is passionate about sports medicine.

Key responsibilities in this role include:

• Act as lead physiotherapist for all first team training and games, ensuring adequate emergency first aid provision for training, home and away fixtures.

• To provide evidence-based assessment, treatment and rehabilitation programmes for all first team players.

• Play an active role in developing and enhancing the treatment and management of injuries programme, to date with current research developments and guidelines.

• Maintain detailed, accurate records for all activities in the department in accordance with relevant legislation, polies and procedures, complying with the core standards of Chartered Society of Physiotherapy (CSP/HCPC).

• Implement / monitor a treatment of injuries strategy for Grimsby Town FC, working directly with the first team coach, head of performance and sports scientist.

• Work with Sport Science Lead As part of an interdisciplinary team to oversee player programmes and input any changes.

• To liaise with all coaching staff keeping them fully informed of diagnosis, treatment, rehabilitation progress and general player wellbeing and fitness status.

• To analyse and review the treatment and management of injuries programme on a regular basis to adapt the programme to meet specific player and squad needs.

• Implement injury prevention / reduction strategies with sports science staff.

About The Candidate

The successful candidate will have the following skills & qualifications:

• BSc in Physiotherapy

• Chartered Physiotherapist (CSP Registered)

• Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) registered

• Advanced Trauma Medical Management in Football (ATMMiF)

• FA Safeguarding Certification

About The Club

We don’t just work for Grimsby Town Football Club — we are Grimsby Town Football Club. It’s a remarkable story that began in 1878 and has continued uninterrupted ever since.

There is nothing bigger and nothing more powerful in uniting so many people — through purpose, passion and pride — than a football club. It’s people’s identity. It’s their family; their heritage. It’s where they belong. This is something that cannot be undone. The bond, ties and loyalty are forever. And by being here, we are part of the story.

This is no ordinary job. This is an extraordinary opportunity. We are more than staff, players, managers, coaches, analysists, physios, stewards and volunteers. We are friends, supporters, promoters, entertainers, role models and, in some cases, idols and legends. But we cannot be any of these things without each other.

None of us is bigger than all of us. Every day, we strive for better. We are a football club, but we’re at the heart of something much bigger. A club formed from its community now has the power to define its community. We are today’s authors of this black and white story.

This moment has been 145 years in the making. And the next chapter is in our hands. Together, we can achieve greater things.  And to achieve greater things we need a great team, and this is where you come in.

We offer

• A competitive salary, based on skills and experience

• 25 days annual leave, plus 8 bank holidays

• Company Pension Scheme

• Staff Social Activities

• Complimentary tickets to home games

• Discount in the Grimsby Town Club Shop

• Health & Wellbeing support, including access to occupational health support and confidential counselling

• Inclusive and welcoming environment

Video Scout (Women's & Girls)

Role: Video Scout (Women’s & Girls)

Salary: £19.23 per hour

Hours: Zero hours

Location: Based at home, however may be required to travel to the American Express Elite Football Performance Centre, Lancing.

Job Type: Casual, hourly paid

Deadline Day: 14 May 2026

About Brighton & Hove Albion FC

We compete at the highest levels of football on a global stage while embracing our Sussex community spirit. At the heart of everything we do is our commitment to high performance, professional excellence, and making a positive impact.

Help us discover the next top talent in our women and girls department

In this role, you will support the recruitment department by scouting and assessing players through detailed video analysis. You will play a key part in identifying and helping to recruit emerging talent, while also contributing to the ongoing monitoring of our loan players. You will be responsible for maintaining accurate records within the club’s designated database and producing clear, detailed player reports to inform recruitment decisions.

To find out more about this role, click here to read the job description

Your scouting background

You will have:

✔️A high level of football knowledge, with a preference for expertise in women's football.

✔️Advanced IT skills, and an excellent overall level of literacy

✔️Time management skills with the Ability to work to deadlines

Our values play a pivotal role in our success

Our values are a set of filters through which we deliver to each other, our fans, our partners and our sponsors.  As a team we live and breathe these values:

• Treat People Well

• Exceed Expectations

• Aim High. Never Give Up

• Act with Integrity

• Make it Special

How we say thank you  

In return for your hard work and commitment to us, some of the additional benefits you will receive will include, but not limited to:

• Complimentary breakfast and lunch at both sites

• 23 days holiday rising with length of service (pro rata for part time staff)

• Access to gym and padel court at our training ground

• Rewards platform, which includes access to 900+ retailers, a wellbeing centre and more!

• Priority access to match tickets and access to free WSL tickets for 2024/25 season

• In-house training programme and CPD opportunities

• Exclusive discounts and benefits from our partners and local businesses

Our commitment to EDI

We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace that reflects the diversity of our society and the world around us. Our core values mean that we have a strong ethical culture which allows us to meet the needs of our diverse audience, both on and off the pitch. We encourage applications from individuals regardless of their age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnership. If you require any reasonable adjustments to support your application, do not hesitate to get in touch with teamtalent@brightonandhovealbion.com.

Safeguarding is part of everything we do

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults at risk. We expect all colleagues and volunteers to share this commitment.

This is a UK-based position. It is unlawful to employ anyone without permission to live and work in the UK. All job offers are conditional upon background checks, including a complete 3 year reference history, DBS checks and verification of your right to work. Please note that we do not provide sponsorship for applicants who do not have the right to work in the UK.

Business Strategy Manager (MBA Graduate Programme)

Division: MBA Programme 

Location: Wembley Stadium 

Vacancy Type: Fixed Term Contract, Full-time 

Closing Date: 15 May 2026

In 2026 The FA will be launching a new MBA programme as part of a wider talent initiative. 

The programme aims to better enable the business to deliver against the 2024 - 2028 strategy by increasing business performance and providing supplementary expertise in key Divisions or across functional programmes of work.

This is a two-year fixed-term opportunity offering the chance to work on a rotational basis across a range of high-impact projects within the federation. You will be based in Wembley with an expectation of being on site at least 2 days per week. There may also be occasional travel to St. George's Park 

The objective of the programme is to introduce talent into our leadership population in order to improve business performance and provide the division with a strategic and consultative leader to challenge, support and help the business evolve in order to meet and exceed our new strategy objectives. The success of the role will see opportunities for the cohort to work within the association or the wider football community. Please note there is no guarantee of a permanent role at the end of the 2-year cycle. This is not a graduate level role. We are seeking individuals with prior professional experience who are ready to operate with credibility and influence in a complex, fast-paced organisation. 

You may not have worked directly within football previously; however, we are seeking individuals who can translate technical thinking into clear strategic plans and deliver them effectively through strong operational execution. If you believe in the power of football and the impact it can have on our communities, we'd love to hear from you. 

What will you be doing?

The programme is responsible for helping the business to analyse, evaluate and define strategic initiatives which directly contribute towards The FA's strategic objectives. 

You will be assigned 3 projects over a 2 year period, each placement lasting 8 months.  

Responsibilities include:  

Strategic Analysis & Delivery 

• Analyse, evaluate, and provide robust recommendations on strategic initiatives aligned to organisational goals 
• Translate strategic intent into clear, executable operational plans with defined outcomes and success measures  
• Support prioritisation of initiatives and alignment of resources to maximise impact  
• Track and analyse KPIs, identifying opportunities to improve performance and delivery  
   

Cross-Functional Project Leadership 

• Lead and support delivery of cross-functional projects across a diverse portfolio (including compliance, transformation, and major operational programmes such as tournament delivery) 
• Define project scope, objectives, timelines, and resource requirements in collaboration with stakeholders 
• Maintain hands-on oversight throughout the project lifecycle, ensuring delivery against agreed outcomes  
• Identify, manage and mitigate project risks, issues and dependencies.
   

Stakeholder Engagement & Cross-Team Collaboration 

• Provide strategic insight and delivery support to senior management, business partners and the strategy team
• Build strong relationships across divisions to drive alignment, accountability, and effective collaboration
• Engage internal and external stakeholders to encourage innovation and coordinated, joined-up delivery
• Offer consulting-style support to help teams scope, plan, and deliver strategic initiatives effectively 
   

Governance, Reporting & Continuous Improvement 

• Work closely with the Strategy and Business Management functions to ensure alignment with PMO best practice 
• Monitor and report on key milestones, risks, and trends to enable transparent decision-making  
• Champion continuous improvement by refining tools, methodologies, and ways of working across the programme  
• Promote consistency, efficiency, and integration in project and programme delivery 
• Execute additional tasks as required to meet the FA's changing priorities.
• Comply with all company policies and procedures to ensure that the highest standards of health, safety, and well-being can be maintained.
• As part of the FA's commitment to ensuring a safe environment for everyone in football, every employee will be required to complete a DBS check. The level of the check required will be based on the activity of the specific job role and in line with legislation and government guidance.

What are we looking for?

• MBA Level Education, ideally having graduated within the last 5 years

• Proven experience in strategy, operations, consulting, transformation, or project delivery roles  

• Ability to translate strategy into structured operational plans and deliverable outcomes  

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills  

• Experience managing complex projects with multiple stakeholders  

• Excellent communication and stakeholder management capabilities  

• Ability to operate effectively in ambiguous, fast-paced environments

• Strategic thinker with strong operational execution capability  

• Confident and credible with senior stakeholders  

• Highly collaborative and relationship-driven

• Experience in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Microsoft PowerPoint and Excel is a requirement. A working knowledge of Microsoft Project and Microsoft Visio is an advantage, but not a necessity.

Unfortunately, we cannot offer sponsorship for this role so you will need to provide right to work in the UK.  

What's in it for you?

We are committed to ensuring everyone can flourish in their roles, to achieve this we have unique office spaces under the arch of the iconic Wembley National Stadium, which is the home of English Football. We are also delighted to offer a world-class, Elite Performance Centre, St. George's Park in Staffordshire which is an exceptional setting to develop and inspire high-performing England teams and leaders.

We pride ourselves in offering a competitive salary as well as great opportunities to develop and grow in your role. But that is not all; we also have a range of exciting benefits, some of which can be found below:

• Access to event day tickets at Wembley Stadium, alongside a host of regular internal events throughout the season, encouraging you to connect and learn with your colleagues and look after your mental health and well-being.

• Free, nutritious lunches at Wembley Stadium and St. George's Park.

• Free private medical cover.

• A contributory pension scheme.

• An additional 'Thank You' days leave, volunteering days as well as 25 days annual leave (based on a full-time, permanent contract.)

• A hybrid working model which offers greater flexibility.

For more information on what it is like to work at The FA, please visit our FA Careers page, https://www.thefa.com/about-football-association/careers 

Currently, we are working within a hybrid working model whereby the expectation is to work from your contractual location for part of the week, and as and when required by the team. The remaining days can be worked remotely. We will continue to monitor this model, and it may be adjusted in future if deemed necessary. The contractual location of this role can be found on the FA Careers page.

We are a diverse workplace, aspiring to represent football across the country. The Football Association actively promotes inclusion and diversity, encouraging you to be the best version of yourself at work. 

We welcome applications from everyone and are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. If you have any particular requirements in respect of the recruitment or interview process, please mention this during your application.

As part of the FA's commitment to ensuring a safe environment for everyone in football, every employee will be required to complete a DBS check. The level of the check required will be based on the activity of the specific job role and in line with legislation and government guidance.

Assistant Coach - AWFC (Set Pieces and Player Development)

An exciting opportunity to play a pivotal role in delivering a world-class football programme for our Women's First Team.

The Role

We are looking for an Assistant Coach (Set Pieces and Player Development) to play a pivotal role within our Women's First Team coaching set up, equipping the team with additional expertise across set pieces and individual player development.

In this exciting role, you'll work closely with our Head Coach, supporting the delivery of a world leading football programme, with the ultimate objective of consistently winning trophies.

Who we are

We are one of the most famous clubs in world football, with a rich heritage and history of success – read more about our history, here.

Beyond that, we are passionate about our local community and, behind the scenes, we have a wide variety of opportunities and career paths for all. We have a very defined purpose: to act for a winning team, culture and community. We achieve this by ensuring we are courageous in the pursuit of progress, we champion our community and each other, and that we do the right thing (even when no one is looking).

Our Commitment to Safeguarding

We are committed to ensuring that our environments for children, young people and adults at risk remain safe and inclusive. We therefore require successful candidates to complete a DBS check and other essential background checks prior to starting their employment. Depending on the responsibilities of the role, a DBS will be either a basic, standard, or enhanced check.

Your day-to-day

• Contribute to a best-in-class coaching programme - you'll work as part of a multidisciplinary team to assist our AWFC First Team Head Coach with the preparation and development of a world-class football programme, ensuring players perform at their highest level

• Deliver an exceptional set piece philosophy - you will evolve and deliver a clear set piece philosophy - overseeing offensive and defensive corner kicks, free kicks, kickoffs and throw ins - ensuring consistency of delivery and alignment throughout AWFC

• Champion player development - you will be instrumental in the design and delivery of individual and position-specific development plans, helping us to produce world leading players with good characters that are the best in world at teamwork

• Own the end-to-end process from briefing to delivery - you'll take pride in overseeing the analysis, planning, and implementation of attacking and defensive set pieces, including coaching on the pitch, leading team and unit meetings, and providing individual analysis sessions

• Analyse opposition set pieces - you will lead opposition previews and post-match reviews of dead ball strategies, delivering insights to the Coaching staff and players in the meeting room, and you will identify strengths, weaknesses, and potential tactical approaches of upcoming opponents

• Lead set pieces on matchdays - you'll diligently provide live analysis of set pieces in order to enhance our performance from these situations during the match

• Develop a periodisation plan - you will create and deliver a proactive set piece periodisation plan aligned to the match schedule and overall team training programme, ensuring effective planning at both team and individual levels; integrating set pieces into the broader training programme, ensuring alignment with tactical priorities, player load management, and the wider periodisation model

• Support in the collection and maintenance of training databases - you'll create a database of all set piece plans, strategies, and video clips so they can easily be shared and accessed by relevant members of the team including our AWFC First Team Head Coach

• Collaborate with colleagues across our club - you will work collaboratively with colleagues across our Medical, Physiotherapy, Sport Science and Performance teams regarding player performance

What we are looking for

• Background in elite level coaching - you have a successful and verifiable record of coaching elite teams and world-class players in a professional/high performance environment, and you've got knowledge of the standard required at AWFC, and an in-depth understanding of women’s football in England

• Credible expertise - you come with at least a UEFA A License Coaching Award, as well as FA certifications in Emergency Aid and Safeguarding Children

• Excellent communication skills - you're a dynamic, confident communicator that adapts style approach as and when required, and you're proud of your impactful inter-personal skills that facilitate the effective delivery of performance insights, build connections and support a strong team cohesion

• Organised and adaptable approach - you have effective organisation skills and you lean on your exceptional attention to detail to retain a very high standard of output whilst operating within strict and expeditious deadlines

• Forward-thinking mindset - you can adapt to emerging technologies and their application in automating working processes

• Experience with key software/hardware - you ideally have worked with tools such as HUDL Sportscode Pro/Elite and have a good understanding of MS Excel and various video editing software packages (Studio, CoachPaint)

• Ambassador for our club - you're able to adhere to a strict code of confidentiality in respect of any information relating to our club and its operation

• Please note: this role will require flexibility in regards to working hours and you will be required to attend all Women's First Team matches (including UK and international travel)

Why choose us

At Arsenal, we want everyone to feel a sense of trust and belonging, so we are proud of both our club values and also what we offer to our employees. As one of our Gunners, you will receive:

• An exciting reward and recognition scheme
• Generous holiday allowance which increases with your length of service
• Great internal learning and development programmes
• A competitive health and wellbeing benefits package
• A leading Employee Assistance Programme
• Great discounts with some of our Partners
• An opportunity to play a vital role in delivering our ED&I strategy by joining one of our Employee Networks

Discover why ‘Our Gunners’ are proud to be part of our team - view their stories here.

Arsenal for Everyone

Arsenal for Everyone is our commitment to promoting and embracing equality, diversity and inclusion, so that everyone connected to the club feels like they belong to the same Arsenal family. We believe that diversity of background, skills and experience drives our success on and off the pitch. 

Disability Confident Leader

We are a Disability Confident Leader. We actively welcome and encourage applications from people with disabilities and long-term health conditions. If you need disability-related adjustments to the recruitment process, please indicate this in your application.

If you are likely to meet the definition of being a ‘disabled person’ according to the Equality Act 2010, you may be eligible to apply for an interview via the Disability Confident Scheme - please indicate this in your application form below. The information you share with us about your health or disability will not be used in recruitment decisions.

Application Closing Date - Friday 15 May 2026

Please note: we reserve the right to close the position early if application volumes are particularly high. We encourage you to get your application in sooner rather than later.

Updates on the status of your application will be sent via email, please routinely check your spam and junk folders, as occasionally emails sent via the Teamtailor platform will find themselves there. Good luck!

Deputy Head of Grounds and Amenities

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Skilled Grounds Person

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Safeguarding Review Panel - Panel Members

Division: Legal and Governance 

Location: Home based 

Closing Date: 17 May 2026

The Football Association [The FA] is the not-for-profit governing body of football in England. It is responsible for promoting and developing every level of the game, from grassroots through to the professional game, and generates significant revenue to support investment into English football each year.

The FA oversees England international teams across men's, women's, youth and disability football, as well as running the National League System and FA Competitions including the Emirates FA Cup, and Women's Adobe FA Cup, and the world-class facilities of Wembley Stadium and St. George's Park, all with a purpose to inspire positive change through football.

Our game can tackle some of society's core challenges. It can bring communities together, nationally and locally. It can be a platform for inclusion, ensuring there is a place for all. It can get people active and promote wellbeing, often at a time when we need it most. With UEFA EURO 2028 – hosted in the UK and Ireland – on the horizon, we have an incredible opportunity to transform football across the country.

Now is the time to inspire positive change.

SAFEGUARDING REVIEW PANELS AND SAFEGUARDING APPEAL BOARDS

Safeguarding Review Panels are three-person panels which hear safeguarding cases and have the power to impose appropriate safeguards, interim suspensions and other orders against individuals in the game of football, where appropriate. Safeguarding Appeal Boards are three-person panels which hear, amongst other things, appeals of Safeguarding Review Panel decisions.

The FA wishes to appoint a number of independent Panel Members who have the appropriate experience of safeguarding legislation, regulations and policy in the context of football to sit on and/or chair Safeguarding Review Panels and/or Safeguarding Appeal Boards.

ESSENTIAL & DESIRABLE ATTRIBUTES REQUIRED

Senior Legal – Specialist Panel Members

• A qualified solicitor or barrister with seven or more years' standing. King's Counsel level desirable but not mandatory.

• Significant and demonstrable safeguarding experience in family and/or criminal law.

• Substantial knowledge of relevant safeguarding legislation, regulations and policy and an understanding of how these are relevant in the context of football/sport.

• Demonstrable experience sitting on judicial or quasi-judicial panels.

An ability to assess evidence and submissions put before a Safeguarding Review Panel/Safeguarding Appeal Board in an open, knowledgeable, and fair-minded way.

• Sound and objective judgement.

• Considerable experience in drafting reasoned judgments mandatory.

• Strong interpersonal skills, excellent listening, and communication skills along with integrity, impartiality, and high ethical standards.

OR

Safeguarding or Legal (Junior Barrister or Solicitor) – General Safeguarding Review Panel Members

• Significant and demonstrable safeguarding experience, either as a doctor, social worker, member of the police, junior barrister/solicitor in family law, or similar professions to all the foregoing.

• Experience in decision-making on safeguarding-related panels.

• Significant knowledge of relevant safeguarding legislation, regulations and policy and an understanding of how these are relevant in the context of football.

• An ability to assess evidence and submissions put before a Safeguarding Review Panel/Safeguarding Appeal Board in an open, knowledgeable and fair-minded way;

  Sound and objective judgement;

• Experience in drafting reasoned judgments would be valuable but is not mandatory;

• Strong interpersonal skills, excellent listening and communication skills;

• Integrity, impartiality and high ethical standards.

Please specify in your cover letter if you wish to be considered for the Specialist Panel Member, General Safeguarding Review Panel Member, or both.

TIME COMMITMENT

Senior Legal – Specialist Panel Members

Safeguarding Review Panels and Safeguarding Appeal Boards are convened on a frequent basis throughout the calendar year. Hearings take place over video conference, unless an in-person request has been approved. Specialist Panel Members are expected to make themselves available to fulfil their fair share of the cases arising in any given year.

An attendance fee is payable for Specialist Panel Members for their time spent preparing and attending Safeguarding Review Panels and/or Appeal Board hearings, which includes the drafting of written reasons. Reasonable expenses properly incurred may also be reclaimed for hearing trips to Wembley.

The appointment is for a fixed term of three years. Specialist Panel Members are eligible to apply for further terms, subject to the business needs of The FA.

Safeguarding or Legal (Junior Barrister or Solicitor) – General Safeguarding Review Panel Members

Safeguarding Review Panels and/or Safeguarding Appeal Boards are convened on a weekly basis, during standard business hours, throughout the calendar year. Hearings take place over video conference, unless an in-person request has been approved. General Safeguarding Review Panel Members are expected to make themselves available to fulfil their fair share of the cases and/or appeals arising in any given year and are required to maintain an FA Panel Member calendar regarding their availability. Additionally, Members are expected to attend meetings and/or training sessions as required.

A hearing attendance fee is payable for Safeguarding Review Panel Members for their time spent preparing and attending Safeguarding Review Panels and/or Appeal Board hearings, which includes the drafting of or assisting with drafting written reasons. Reasonable expenses properly incurred may also be reclaimed for trips to Wembley.

The appointment is for a fixed term of three years. Safeguarding Review Panel Members are eligible to apply for further terms, subject to the business needs of The FA.

HOW TO PROGRESS APPLICATION

If you feel that you have the relevant skills and experience, please apply via the link. You will be required to submit your CV and a short covering letter highlighting your suitability for the relevant Member category by reference to the key attributes outlined above.

When entering salary during the application, please list your current salary and salary expectations as £1. These will not be considered as part of your application.

As the requirements of the role may change, this advertisement should be viewed as guidance only. The Football Association Group promotes inclusion and diversity and welcomes applications from everyone.

We welcome applications from everyone and are proud to be an equal opportunities organisation. If you have any particular requirements in respect of the recruitment or interview process, please mention this during your application.

The closing date and time for applications is 23:59 on Sunday, 17 May 2026.

You will be notified regarding the result of your application by Friday, 5 June 2026.

Women’s Team s Football Operations & Administrator

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Head of Academy Sports Science and Medicine

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First Team Opposition Analyst

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Legacy Evaluation & Insight Manager - EURO 2028 (Fixed-Term)

Division: Finance 

Location: Wembley Stadium 

Vacancy Type: Fixed Term Contract, Full-time 

Closing Date: 19 May 2026

A game for all...

The FA are excited to be searching for a Legacy Evaluation & Insights Manager, who will be part of the Research & Insights team, conducting primary/secondary research and data analysis to generate insight which inspires, informs and enables evidence-based decision making at The FA.

This role will specifically focus on providing evaluation and insight in respect of UEFA EURO 2028, its impact and legacy on English grassroots football and society in general.

The role is full-time, based at Wembley Stadium. This role is initially advertised as a 1-year fixed-term contract, with the potential to extend for up to three additional years (four years in total), subject to securing expected future funding.

What will you be doing?

• Working in close collaboration with the EURO 28 Legacy Manager and wider grassroots development team, design and deliver a Measurement and Evaluation programme across the 5 cities that will host the UEFA Men's EUROs tournament in 2028, reporting both at a local and national level.

• Lead on both primary and secondary research (quantitative and qualitative) from end to end and utilise analytical techniques on data collected / data held within the business to grow the organisation's knowledge of the impact of hosting EURO 2028 in England.

• Participate in EURO 2028 legacy working group meetings.

• Utilise existing and new data sources to set benchmarks pre-tournament to measure post-tournament impact.

• Liaise directly with stakeholders within each of the host cities and FA regional network managers to collect data on the performance and development of legacy plans.

• Liaise with stakeholders at the Government and the UK&I appointed evaluation partner.

• Consolidate host-city and non-host city data with existing internal data The FA holds to measure the impact of hosting EURO 2028 in England.

• Evaluate performance and insight against each Legacy ambition.

• Lead on the design, deployment, analysis and delivery of research and analytics projects.

• Manage the tender process, project management and delivery of outputs of external research agencies.

• Provide back-up to the wider R&I team when appropriate.

• Support and drive the general R&I agenda across The FA.

• Collaborate with other members of the R&I team to ensure best practice principles are upheld.

• Executes additional tasks as required to meet the FA's changing priorities.

• Comply with all company policies and procedures to ensure that the highest standards of health, safety, and well-being can be maintained.

• As part of the FA's commitment to ensuring a safe environment for everyone in football, every employee will be required to complete a DBS check. The level of the check required will be based on the activity of the specific job role and in line with legislation and government guidance.

What are we looking for?

Essential

• Experience in measurement and evaluation research incl. handling and analysis of large-scale, complex datasets, e.g. from surveys or third-party data collection.

• Experience in delivering multi-disciplinary primary and secondary research projects from end to end.

• Demonstrable experience of navigating a complex organisation and building relationships with stakeholders across different seniority levels.

• Clear ability to produce and present suitable outputs for different audiences with minimal support.

• Ability to apply the So What and the Now What to insights and recommendations.

• Working with and managing 3rd party agencies or providers, incl. tendering/procurement process.

• Understanding and identifying appropriate research methodologies and ways of measuring KPIs.

• Hands-on experience in writing and/or developing questionnaires/discussion guides.

• Using online survey software (e.g. Toluna Start) to script, host and generate data tables from online surveys.

• Confidence in their ability to work both within a team environment and proactively on solo projects.

• Advanced numeracy and literacy skills.

• Excellent communication and presentation skills.

• Comprehensive primary research skills across both qualitative and quantitative methods.

• Analytical skills, capable of working with and manipulating large-scale datasets (in Excel or other data processing software)

• Working with and interpreting third-party data and research reports.

• Experienced working in a research agency/consultancy and/or within an in-house client-side research team.

Beneficial

• Detailed knowledge of Data visualisation dashboards, e.g. Power BI/Tableau.

• Experience using research & insight-related AI tools/platforms.

• Previous experience within the sport and/or events industry.

• Previous experience in delivering measurement and evaluation research within the sport industry.

• A passion for grassroots football.

• Advanced analytics skills.

The FA is currently operating a hybrid working, with 2-3 days in the office and 2-3 days working from home. Occasional visits to St George's Park may also be required, as well as travel to other stakeholder organisations. 

What's in it for you?

We are committed to ensuring everyone can flourish in their roles, to achieve this we have unique office spaces under the arch of the iconic Wembley National Stadium, which is the home of English Football. We are also delighted to offer a world-class, Elite Performance Centre, St. George's Park in Staffordshire which is an exceptional setting to develop and inspire high-performing England teams and leaders.

We pride ourselves in offering a competitive salary as well as great opportunities to develop and grow in your role. But that is not all; we also have a range of exciting benefits, some of which can be found below:

• Access to event day tickets at Wembley Stadium, alongside a host of regular internal events throughout the season, encouraging you to connect and learn with your colleagues and look after your mental health and well-being.

• Free, nutritious lunches at Wembley Stadium and St. George's Park.

• Free private medical cover.

• A contributory pension scheme.

• An additional 'Thank You' days leave, volunteering days as well as 25 days annual leave (based on a full-time, permanent contract.)

• A hybrid working model which offers greater flexibility.

For more information on what it is like to work at The FA, please visit our FA Careers page, https://www.thefa.com/about-football-association/careers 

Currently, we are working within a hybrid working model whereby the expectation is to work from your contractual location for part of the week, and as and when required by the team. The remaining days can be worked remotely. We will continue to monitor this model, and it may be adjusted in future if deemed necessary. The contractual location of this role can be found on the FA Careers page.

We are a diverse workplace, aspiring to represent football across the country. The Football Association actively promotes inclusion and diversity, encouraging you to be the best version of yourself at work. 

We welcome applications from everyone and are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. If you have any particular requirements in respect of the recruitment or interview process, please mention this during your application.

As part of the FA's commitment to ensuring a safe environment for everyone in football, every employee will be required to complete a DBS check. The level of the check required will be based on the activity of the specific job role and in line with legislation and government guidance.

Academy Coach - Professional Player to Coach Scheme

Role: Academy Coach - Professional Player to Coach Scheme (PPCS)

Salary: £31,500 per annum (Relocation allowance available to those based outside of the Sussex area)

Hours: 35 hours per week to include evenings and weekends

Location: American Express Elite Football Performance Centre, Lancing

Job Type: 23-month fixed term contract

Key dates to know:

Deadline Day for application: 19th May 2026

Assessment Activities: Interviews to take place w/c 25th May 2026

Start date: From August 2026 (pending completion of safer recruitment checks)

PPCS Induction: Lake District September 2026 (4 days)

Join the Professional Player to Coach Scheme (PPCS)

Brighton & Hove Albion FC in partnership with the Premier League, PFA and EFL, is offering a 23-month, full-time academy coaching role, to support the development of the next generation of football coaches as part of the Professional Player to Coach Scheme 2026/27. The scheme is open to all and we particularly welcome applications from individuals from Black, Asian and mixed heritage backgrounds, as they are underrepresented groups amongst the coaching roles that exist across the professional game.

What’s Involved?

You’ll split your time between BHAFC and the Premier League’s accredited Coach Development Programme. You’ll gain experience across development phases and work with multi-disciplinary teams.

Your development journey will include:

• Mentoring and bespoke support
• Immersive learning experiences
• Peer learning
• Access to FA/UEFA qualifications (based on development need and subject to availability)

Upon successful completion of all programme elements, you’ll be awarded a Diploma in Professional Football Coaching from Leeds Beckett University.

The role will work with our U13-U14, Youth Development Phase group within the boys academy whilst in employment at BHAFC. To find out more about the role and what the day-to-day will entail, please follow the link to the job description.

What we are looking for in an applicant

• Professional Football Association (PFA) member.
• Registered on, or completed, the UEFA B Licence as a minimum
• No prior full-time first team or an academy coaching role at a Premier League or EFL club
• FA Safeguarding Certificate, FA Emergency First Aid, and an enhanced DBS (to be completed as part of safer recruitment checks).

It would be desirable to have previous experience in a coaching role within a grassroot, community, education or development centre setting and experience of holistic youth development activities within or beyond sport. If you already hold a UEFA A or FA Advanced Youth Award, then that would be beneficial but not essential.

What you will bring to the role and how you will thrive

• A drive to coach in the professional game
• Passion for player development & developmentally appropriate learning environments
• Commitment to fulfilling duty of care for children, young people, and adults in healthy, high-performance environments
• Resilience and commitment to high-performance environments
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
• A desire to be a role model and ambassador for diversity in the game

How to make your application

Upload your up-to-date CV (Please ensure your PFA number is included on your application).

Please submit a two-part cover letter alongside your CV:

Part 1 (max 500 words) to demonstrate how you fulfil the “What We’re Looking For” criteria.

The essential criteria stated above earlier in the advert

The desirable criteria stated above earlier in the advert

My desire to be a role model and ambassador for diversity in the game.

Part 2 (max 500 words) to answer all the following questions.

My motivations for applying for the PPCS academy coach role and Premier League Coach Development Programme

How the PPCS academy coach role and development programme fits with my career ambitions

How my unique expertise, and lived experience, will benefit the club and players

We ask that you combine your application questions and CV into one document.
 

Our commitment to EDI

We take pride in being an equal opportunity workplace that reflects the diversity of our society and the world around us. Our core values foster a strong ethical culture, enabling us to meet the needs of our diverse audience, both on and off the pitch. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, and marriage or civil partnership. If you require any reasonable adjustments to support your application, please contact teamtalent@brightonandhovealbion.com 

Safeguarding is part of everything we do

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults at risk. We expect all colleagues and volunteers to share this commitment.

To view the privacy policies, please find links:

https://www.premierleague.com/privacy-policy 

https://www.brightonandhovealbion.com/pages/en/careers 

This position is UK-based and requires proof of the right to live and work in the UK. All job offers are conditional upon background checks, including a full 3-year reference history, DBS checks, and verification of your eligibility to work. Please note, we do not sponsor applicants without the right to work in the UK.

Head of Foundation

Click here to view the full job description, person specification and application details.

Investigations Officer

Role: Investigations Officer

Salary: Dependant on experience

Hours: 35 hours per week (plus matchdays – 5 inclusive, then time in the lieu accrual)

Location: American Express Stadium, Brighton

Job Type: Permanent

Deadline Day: 21 May 2026

About Brighton & Hove Albion FC

We compete at the highest levels of football on a global stage while embracing our Sussex community spirit. At the heart of everything we do is our commitment to high performance, professional excellence, and making a positive impact.

Assist us in maintaining the highest stands of security at our club

This role will lead the club sanctions process, ensuring evidence is accurately captured, gathered and reported. You will lead on investigations by setting appeal and sanction review meetings, producing letters, and liaising with stakeholders. On a matchday you will be at the centre of the operation in the control room, working with the team on live incidents, blocking accounts and logging/investigating issues as they arise.

To find out more about this role, click here to read the job description.

Do you have what it takes?

This role is ideal for someone who is detail-oriented with exceptional written communication skills. As an Investigations Officer, you will need to support on multiple cases at one time, so it is essential that you are organised with the ability to prioritise your workload. Accuracy is key in this role, as you will be responsible for maintaining precise and thorough records throughout the investigative process.

Our values play a pivotal role in our success

Our values are a set of filters through which we deliver to each other, our fans, our partners and our sponsors.  As a team we live and breathe these values:

• Treat People Well

• Exceed Expectations

• Aim High. Never Give Up

• Act with Integrity

• Make it Special

How we say thank you  

In return for your hard work and commitment to us, some of the additional benefits you will receive will include, but not limited to:

• Complimentary breakfast and lunch at both sites

• 23 days holiday rising with length of service (pro rata for part time staff)

• Access to gym and padel court at our training ground

• Rewards platform, which includes access to 900+ retailers, a wellbeing centre and more!

• Priority access to match tickets and access to free WSL tickets for 2024/25 season

• In-house training programme and CPD opportunities

• Exclusive discounts and benefits from our partners and local businesses

Our commitment to EDI

We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace that reflects the diversity of our society and the world around us. Our core values mean that we have a strong ethical culture which allows us to meet the needs of our diverse audience, both on and off the pitch. We encourage applications from individuals regardless of their age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnership. If you require any reasonable adjustments to support your application, do not hesitate to get in touch with teamtalent@brightonandhovealbion.com.

Safeguarding is part of everything we do

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults at risk. We expect all colleagues and volunteers to share this commitment.

This is a UK-based position. It is unlawful to employ anyone without permission to live and work in the UK. All job offers are conditional upon background checks, including a complete 3 year reference history, DBS checks and verification of your right to work. Please note that we do not provide sponsorship for applicants who do not have the right to work in the UK.

Academy Coach - Coach Inclusive and Diversity Scheme

Here at Wolves, we are really excited to announce that in partnership with the Premier League, we are proudly supporting the Coach Inclusion & Diversity Scheme for the 2026/27 season.

We're offering a 23-month, full-time academy coaching role to the successful candidate to support the development of the next generation of football coaches.

The scheme is open to all, and we particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and Mixed Heritage backgrounds, and women, as they are underrepresented groups amongst the coaching roles that exist across the professional game.

You’ll split your time between Academy coaching at our training ground in Compton and the Premier League’s accredited Coach Development Programme whereby you will gain experience across all the development phases and work with multi-disciplinary teams.

Your development journey will include:

• Mentoring and bespoke support

• Immersive learning experiences

• Peer Learning

• Access to FA/UEFA qualifications (based on development need and subject to availability)

On successful completion of all programme elements, you’ll be awarded a Diploma in Professional Football Coaching from Leeds Beckett University.

For further information regarding the role and how to apply, Please see the below link (Step Into the Game- Application Process Document)

A copy of the job description can be found under the following link: JOB DESCRIPTION

Closing date: 22nd May 2026

Step Into The Game- Application Process Document 

Community Coach Development Programme (Volunteer Coach)

A unique opportunity to gain experience in football coaching whilst contributing to Arsenal in the Community’s projects both in the UK and globally.

The Role

We are looking for Community Coaches on a voluntarily basis to join our Coach Development Programme.

Based at The Arsenal Hub, this exciting programme runs from September 2026 - July 2027 and provides you with practical and online coach education sessions, as well as the opportunity to gain experience through supporting and delivering on a wide range of Arsenal in the Community’s projects.

Alongside our comprehensive coach education programme, all participants will be given a bespoke programme of coaching opportunities and a mentor to support their development goals. We strive to support coaches with relevant qualifications, accredited CPD hours, and access to some of the most exciting coach educators in the country.

With playing/coaching experience not essential, we’re proud to say that the programme is open to everyone from school leavers to those wanting a career break or those seeking to take the first steps to a career in football coaching.

Please note: the Coach Development Programme is unpaid and requires travel to The Arsenal Hub and the surrounding areas (namely Islington, Hackney and Camden) often during peak hours. It is essential that volunteers are able to cover their own expenses, including accommodation and travel, as we will not be able to contribute towards these costs.

Who we are

We are one of the most famous clubs in world football, with a rich heritage and history of success – read more about our history, here.

Beyond that, we are passionate about our local community and, behind the scenes, we have a wide variety of opportunities and career paths for all. We have a very defined purpose: to act for a winning team, culture and community. We achieve this by ensuring we are courageous in the pursuit of progress, we champion our community and each other, and that we do the right thing (even when no one is looking).

Our Commitment to Safeguarding

We are committed to ensuring that our environments for children, young people and adults at risk remain safe and inclusive. We therefore require successful candidates to complete a DBS check and other essential background checks prior to starting their employment. Depending on the responsibilities of the role, a DBS will be either a basic, standard, or enhanced check.

Your day-to-day

• Deliver first-class coaching - you will efficiently plan and lead coaching sessions to the highest of standards using the Arsenal in the Community philosophies and training methods

• Support our Community team - you’ll attentively assist the session lead of the group you are allocated to, ensuring all appropriate policies and procedures are adhered to, maintaining Health and Safety guidelines at all sessions

• Uphold professionalism at all times - you will liaise with teachers and parents / guardians in a professional manner, directing questions to an appropriate team member

• Commit to our programmes - you’ll passionately take part in our coach education sessions and development reviews with Programme Managers when requested to, whilst also supporting our Project Coordinator with task requests, ensuring all documentation is provided in a timely manner

Position of Trust - As someone in a position of trust role involving regular, direct contact with children or vulnerable adults you will be expected to uphold high standards of conduct to prevent abuse, including sexual, physical, or emotional harm. This role requires you to keep updated with both Club and FA Safeguarding training and education

What we are looking for

• Passion for community and youth focused projects - you have a keen interest in coaching young people of all abilities from various ages with some experience working on community projects, volunteering or working with children and young people

• Innovative mindset - you are a positive, committed individual with a ‘can-do’ attitude with familiarity or willingness to adapt to new, unfamiliar surroundings

• Commitment to our community - you will have a desire to learn the Arsenal in the Community methods and philosophies as well as our club visions and values

• Effective team player - you possess the ability to work within a team, as well as to take responsibility as an individual and you’re able to communicate impactfully with adults and children

• Flexible and adaptable approach - you’re highly organised and able to to approach your role with flexibility and adapt to the different needs of projects and individuals

Arsenal for Everyone

Arsenal for Everyone is our commitment to promoting and embracing equality, diversity and inclusion, so that everyone connected to the club feels like they belong to the same Arsenal family. We believe that diversity of background, skills and experience drives our success on and off the pitch. 

Disability Confident Leader

We are a Disability Confident Leader. We actively welcome and encourage applications from people with disabilities and long-term health conditions. If you need disability-related adjustments to the recruitment process, please indicate this in your application.

If you are likely to meet the definition of being a ‘disabled person’ according to the Equality Act 2010, you may be eligible to apply for an interview via the Disability Confident Scheme - please indicate this in your application form below. The information you share with us about your health or disability will not be used in recruitment decisions.

Application Closing Date - Friday 22 May 2026

Please note: we reserve the right to close the position early if application volumes are particularly high. We encourage you to get your application in sooner rather than later.

Updates on the status of your application will be sent via email, please routinely check your spam and junk folders, as occasionally emails sent via the Teamtailor platform will find themselves there. Good luck!

Chief Executive Officer

An exciting opportunity has arisen, as the Royal Navy FA begins the search for a new Chief Executive Officer to lead the organisation.

We are seeking to recruit an inspiring, dynamic, and motivated leader as our new Chief Executive Officer.

The Royal Navy FA (RNFA) is responsible for providing the structure and support that enables players, coaches, volunteers, and referees from across the service to develop and enjoy the beautiful game.

We are looking for a new CEO to be responsible and accountable for the day-to-day running of RNFA and to spearhead the strategic direction and culture of the organisation.  The successful candidate will be responsible for delivery of the 2024-28 business strategy and continue the ongoing development of the organisation as well as to act as an ambassador for grassroots football. 

This is a crucial role for RNFA so the successful applicant will need to be a highly qualified, skilled, knowledgeable and enthusiastic individual with a passion for football and a strong record of accomplishment in strategic leadership of a small to medium sized business

Full details of the role including the application pack, Job Description and Person Specification, can be downloaded from the Royal Navy FA website here

- Application Pack 

- Job Description and Person Specification 

APPLICATION DETAILS

Applicants for this role must submit the following to  fraser.quirke914@mod.gov.uk no later than 4pm on Friday 29th May 2026:

Your CV, setting out your career history, which should include your current/previous responsibilities and achievements and preferred contact details.
A covering letter of no more than two pages, which fully addresses the criteria in the job description and person specification, explaining why you think you are suitable for this role.
An Equality and Diversity form can be found here.
If you have any questions about the role, please contact the current CEO, Steve Johnson, at steve.johnson@navyfa.com for an informal discussion.

For questions relating to contractual matters for the advertised position, please contact Board Chair Gavin Howe at Gavin.howe@1cor.com 

Applications received after deadline will only be considered in exceptional circumstances e.g., proof of posting indicates undue delay through no fault of the applicant. Receipt of applications will not be acknowledged.

Interviews will be held at our head office at HMS Temeraire, Burnaby Road, Portsmouth, Hants, PO1 2HB on 11th  & 12th  June 2026.   Wherever possible interview times will be set to meet the needs and availability of the applicants.  Applicants should indicate their interview availability times when applying.

The Royal Navy FA is an equal opportunity employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, ethnicity, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, and belief.

Please see our Equality, Diversity and Inclusivity Action Plan here. 

Social Media and Digital PR Manager

In a nutshell A&V Sports Group is today one of the main actors in global football, through an innovative focus in women’s football. A&V represents inaugural 2018 Ballon d’Or winner Ada Hegerberg, Ballon d’Or nominees Bunny Shaw, Catarina Macario, Steph Catley as well as more than 90 international players from 30 different countries. A&V has been pushing boundaries, shaking women’s football economy through historic deals that have accelerated the growth of the sport. A strong advocate of women’s rights and gender equality, A&V prides itself in representing players, striving to be the best at what they do.

The role

The Social Media and Digital PR Manager will work closely with the Head of Communication to plan, develop, and execute innovative social media and PR strategies for both the agency and its clients. This role bridges content, community, media relations, and brand storytelling, translating our athletes’ on-the-pitch excellence into world-class visibility off the pitch.

With the rapid growth of women’s football, media demand and commercial opportunities are accelerating. This role is critical to client retention, brand positioning, and secondary revenue generation.

Why this role matters

You will manage day-to-day social media operations while also owning key digital PR initiatives—shaping narratives, securing earned media, and ensuring A&V and its athletes are visible, credible, and culturally relevant across sports, business, and lifestyle platforms.

What you’ll do

Social Media & Content

• Manage, maintain, and optimize client and agency social media accounts
• Develop and execute innovative social media growth strategies
• Create and manage content calendars across platforms (Instagram, X, Facebook, LinkedIn)
• Draft and publish content tied to breaking football news, signings, major moments, and cultural trends
• Identify and execute rapid-response and high-impact social moments
• Proactively source and gather exclusive, relevant content for direct posting and storytelling
• Monitor trends and competitive landscapes to inform strategy
• Analyze performance metrics and deliver clear, actionable reports to clients
• Concept new ideas to execute through the women’s football calendar
• Collaborate with sponsorship and internal teams to ensure integrated campaigns

PR & Media Relations

• Develop and manage proactive media relations strategies that generate high-impact, cross-platform coverage across sports, business, lifestyle, and entertainment outlets
• Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with digital media—particularly outlets at the intersection of sports, culture, and business
• Own the creation of PR materials including digital releases, pitches, media alerts, FAQs, key messaging, and executive talking points
• Secure meaningful earned media back links that drives awareness, engagement, and commercial value for athletes and the agency
• Support PR efforts around campaigns, partnerships, launches, and key agency moments

Collaboration & Growth

• Interface directly with clients and internal departments
• Contribute to new business pitches and agency growth initiatives
• Continue developing skills in video, content production, and digital storytelling

What we’re looking for

• Strong professional presence and communication skills
• Deep understanding of digital culture and emerging social trends, platforms and tools
• Comprehensive knowledge of football and women’s sport (or experience in fashion or music)
• Bilingual: English required; French highly valued; Spanish, Italian, Portuguese, or Japanese are assets
• Experience managing social media accounts with proven results
• Strategic thinker with a creative mindset and strong attention to detail
• Comfortable working remotely, across time zones, and outside traditional hours
• Calm under pressure in a fast-paced, high-expectation environment
• Capable of building, expanding, and actively nurturing a strong network of contacts (club and federation’s contacts, head of communication, photographs, media, partners)
• Experience with analytics tools and reporting
• Skills in graphic design and photography

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree
• Relevant experience in social media, digital marketing, PR, or communications
• Experience working with athletes, sports organizations, fashion, or music
• Strong time management and organizational skills
• Proficiency in Adobe Photoshop and InDesign
• Ability to follow approval processes and protect client confidentiality

What we offer

• Work with some of the biggest names in women’s football
• Be part of a global leading agency shaping the future of the sport
• Creative autonomy and room to innovate
• A collaborative, international, and mission-driven environment
• Access to women’s football matches, industry events and networking opportunities that fuels creativity

To apply

Please submit your CV, portfolio or examples of work, and a brief cover letter explaining your connection to football and social media success stories to info@avsports.co 

More information at: https://avsports.co/

Applications for this role are encouraged as soon as possible.