JOB FUNCTION: To develop, manage and grow innovative strategies to engage corporate partners to support the Foundation’s mission and deliver a new and sustainable income
Closing date: 8th September
We encourage you to apply as soon as possible. In the event that we receive a large number of applications, the position may be filled before the listed closing date. To avoid missing out, please submit your application at your earliest convenience.
PLAY YOUR PART (Main Responsibilities):
Collaborate with the Head of Philanthropic Partnerships to develop and implement a strategic corporate partnerships plan, setting clear objectives and sustainable revenue targets to support the Foundation’s mission.
Partner with the Programs, Fundraising, and Club Partnership teams to gain knowledge and understanding of funding priorities, crafting compelling cases for support aligned with the Foundation’s mission.
Lead and manage corporate engagement by cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding relationships through face-to-face meetings and strategic outreach, building a robust and sustainable corporate partnerships pipeline.
Develop the Foundation’s proactive corporate prospecting strategy, aiming to strengthen the value and scope of partnerships.
Work closely with the CEO and Head of Philanthropic Partnerships to brief them on prospective partnerships and prepare them for meetings and events.
Work closely with the Club’s Partnerships team to engage existing Club partners in the Foundation’s work, while strategically influencing prospective partners to align their partnerships with the Foundation’s social impact goals.
Collaborate with the Legal team to draft, review, and finalize partnership agreements, ensuring all contracts accurately reflect agreed terms and protect the interests of both the Foundation and its partners.
Ensure timely and meaningful communication with partners, including regular impact reports demonstrating how their contributions advance the Foundation’s mission.
Responsible for maintaining accurate and up-to-date CRM records, ensuring seamless data management and effective relationship tracking.
Provide additional support to the Fundraising team as and when required.
DO THE RIGHT THING (Our Expectations):
To demonstrate and live by the club’s values; Here to Win, Be Brave, Do the Right Thing, Play Your Part, Many Teams, One Club and Proud to Be Chelsea.
To adhere to the club’s policies and procedures, including Health & Safety, Financial
Authorisation, Confidentiality and GDPR.
To act as an ambassador for diversity, equality, and inclusion, and demonstrate a positive commitment by treating others fairly in line with our Equality, Diversity & Inclusion Policy and reporting any acts of discrimination through appropriate channels.
To create a safe environment and act to protect all young people and vulnerable adults that are either in your care or attending club premises and report any concerns to the Safeguarding Lead.
To report any misconduct or suspected misconduct to the HR Department
HERE TO WIN (Measures of Performance):
Confidence in cultivating relationships and providing exceptional stewardship to high value partners
Skilled at managing multiple partnership workstreams and activations, using sound judgement to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Strong communication skills, with a professional and timely approach to responding to partner inquiries and maintaining ongoing communications
Successful delivery of high-impact corporate fundraising initiatives that drive significant revenue and enhance the visibility of the Foundation’s mission
PROUD TO BE CHELSEA (Person Specification):
Experience:
Proven experience in securing high value long-term strategic partnerships from a commercial or charitable perspective
Demonstrable experience in successfully building high-level funding opportunities and preparing compelling, tailored proposals for prospective partners
Strong networking and relationship abilities with a focus on long-term engagement
Skilled at identifying and pursuing new funding opportunities across a variety of sectors
Proficient in using CRM software to manage relationships, track engagement and report on partnership performance
Experience in cultivating and maintaining relationships with key stakeholders
Skills and Behaviours:
Capacity to work independently and collaboratively across multiple departments
Results driven
Initiative-taking and purposeful
Ability to prioritise tasks and correspondence
Ensure compliance with charity legislation and best practice
Discretion and ability to manage confidential information.
Strong attention to detail with good written and IT literacy (MS Office)
Strong project management skills
Our commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
At Chelsea we recognise that the diversity of our people is one of our greatest strengths and we are taking positive action to ensure our existing colleagues and job applicants can fully be themselves and bring their own unique experiences and perspectives to Chelsea FC. This means giving full and fair consideration to all applicants regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, marriage and civil partnership, and pregnancy and maternity.
If you need reasonable adjustments made to the recruitment process, please reach out to your recruiter, who will be able to advise and support you.
Chelsea FC and the Foundation is fully committed to ensuring the safety and well-being of all children, young people and adults at risk (vulnerable groups). We therefore require all successful applicants to complete a DBS Check prior to starting employment. Depending on the role, successful applicants may also be required to undergo other child protection screening where appropriate.
This Job Description is not intended to be exhaustive; the duties and responsibilities may therefore vary over time according to the changing needs of the Club.
The Directors are responsible for the strategic management of the UKBJJA, on a voluntary basis. Directors are elected from Member Club representatives to serve a period of four years. (Any director may be re-elected for a maximum of two consecutive terms._
All directors:
Must be Members of the UBJJA, and if a club owner/promoter their business(es) also members at time of election
Must abide by Constitution and all relevant UKBJJA Policies
Must not be disqualified from being a Director
Must be included on Companies House company records
Must act within powers granted by UKBJJA Constitution
Must exercise reasonable care, skill and diligence
Must act in a way most likely to promote success of Association for the benefit of its members and other stakeholders
Must have appropriate skills, qualifications or experience for the position applied for
Must complete Safeguarding and other Director training as required by the UKBJJA
Must attend 1 board meeting per month
Must be committed to volunteering towards 1 event per quarter or 20 hours quarterly as required by the association
Chairman
Provides leadership of the Board and the Association
Sets strategic objectives to ensure Association’s principles and objectives are met
Provides casting vote at Board meetings
Manages senior staff, including CEO
Accountable for fulfilling their responsibilities
Treasurer
Oversees financial affairs of the Association to ensure they are legal, constitutional and within accepted accounting practice
Ensures proper records are kept and that effective financial procedures are in place
Monitors and reports on the financial health of the organisation
Oversee the production of necessary financial reports/returns, accounts and audits*
Identifies and develops fundraising opportunities
Accountable for fulfilling their responsibilities
(*NB day to day financial tasks & reporting will be undertaken by CEO, bookkeeper & accountant as appropriate)
Secretary:
Oversees that Board meetings, AGMs and EGMs are properly administered*.
Reviews membership reports and ensures that reports are timely and accurate*
Monitors Board and Committee member action points.
Responsible for ensuring the proper conduct of Board meetings and the AGM as called/ organised by the Chairman / CEO
Draws up agendas together with the Chair and CEO and ensure compliance.
Review and approval of Meeting Minutes and ultimately responsible for ensuring that a minute taker is available.
Ensures accurate recording of decisions and actions in the minutes and reporting to the next committee meeting on the progress of actions and the result of decisions, supported by the CEO.
Accountable for fulfilling their responsibilities
(*Membership reports to be compiled by CEO and membership staff)
Regional Development Directors (England, Northern Ireland, Scotland & Wales)
Identifies opportunities for growth and promotion of Association in relevant country
Ensures regional activities are compliant with relevant local laws and relevant local sports council guidance
Liaises with local Sports Council
Supports regional championships
Organise, run and support at least one event per quarter to increase participation in their countries (including but not limited to junior development camps, kids’ competition events, national training events etc).
Drives membership outreach and relations in territory
Fosters national stakeholder and local government relationships in territory
Principal Council Officer
The Principal Council Officer (PCO) will serve as the central coordinating figure within the UKBJJA Council.
Organises and Chairs annual Council Meeting to independently review and consider the report of the Board of Directors
Presents the Council’s views of the report of the Board of Directors to the Annual General Meeting.
Coordinates the activities of regional council members, ensuring consistency in communication, development initiatives, and event coordination across all regions.
Act as the liaison between the central UKBJJA leadership and regional council members, providing guidance and support as needed.
Monitor the progress and effectiveness of regional initiatives ensuring alignment with the UKBJJA’s broader objectives.
Compile and present quarterly reports summarizing the achievements and challenges of regional council members and submit these reports to the UKBJJA Board of Directors, ensuring transparency and continuous improvement.
In the event of a vote on any Council Matter the PCO will have the casting vote to resolve any ties.
GB Boxing, established in 2008, has delivered multi-medal winning performance at the last 5 Olympic Games. The World Class Programme (WCP), based in Sheffield and supported by UK Sport, continues to develop in the pursuit of further successes.
The Independent Directors form part of a Board that manages GB Boxing in the development of its vision, strategy and policies in collaboration with the CEO and the wider management team. The Board will represent and champion boxing at the highest level in terms of advocacy with all stakeholders.
The ideal candidates will:
We are particularly interested in any candidates that have the following:
Finance or Legal expertise, with the relevant experience and qualifications. A passion for elite sport and boxing. Other demonstrable experience and expertise that would add significant value to the GB Boxing board of directors. For detailed information please see Job Description: CLICK HERE.
How to apply:
Please submit a CV and covering letter (ideally as one document) detailing all relevant experience and return to daryl.mason@hartmannmason.com
If you wish to speak to someone regarding the role, please also email daryl.mason@hartmannmason.com
When applying for this role we kindly ask for you to complete GB Boxing’s recruitment equality monitoring data survey using this link.
https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/JCJBLLC.
GB Boxing believes in fairness and equity and values diversity in all its dealings, welcoming applications from all sections of the community. This data and insights collected help us to understand more about how representative we are as a governing body and sport, as well as to ensure that everyone has the opportunity to apply for a role at GB Boxing.
We are looking for a creative, strategic, and gaming-savvy social media community manager to lead and grow the UEFA Champions League fantasy football presence across targeted social media platforms.
This is a permanent role, based in our London office with hybrid working options available.
About the role
As the social community manager for the official UEFA Champions League fantasy game, you’ll be responsible for planning, producing, and publishing engaging and entertaining content across a range of channels, primarily a dedicated Instagram account.
You’ll bring the game to life for fans to help drive sign-ups, retain interest levels throughout the season while building a strong Champions League fantasy community.
Key responsibilities
Help design and implement the social media approach for channels dedicated to UEFA Champions League fantasy football within three phases and their associated goals:
Pre-season sign-up period – generate hype and game awareness, maximise team creation
Retain and re-engage fantasy gamers – keep users coming back after the first matchday and continue to attract new players
Develop the community – build, nurture and sustain a strong ecosystem that encourages continued interest and loyalty to the game
Create, commission and publish daily content that energises the fantasy community on dedicated Instagram and WhatsApp channels.
Develop a range of content strands around tips, stats, standout player moments, weekly team reveals, and player access opportunities.
Contribute to a long-term content calendar tied to Champions League matchdays, deadlines, and fantasy milestones (e.g. wildcards, transfers, deadlines) but that also cleverly knits together gaps in the season schedule, keeping anticipation high for the next round.
Use analytics to optimise performance, increase reach, and drive engagement and referrals to the fantasy platform.
Work closely with UEFA’s video, photo, and editorial teams to craft a cohesive narrative that celebrates fantasy stars and key storylines.
Ensure all output aligns with UEFA’s brand values and standards, with accuracy and creativity in every post.
Support sponsor and branded content activations, helping deliver value through tailored fantasy integrations and storytelling.
Stay up to date with fantasy football trends, memes, and influencer conversations to ensure content remains fresh, shareable, and relevant.
Who we’re looking for
You are:
A gaming native with a passion for fantasy football, the Champions League, and European football culture.
A digital strategic thinker who can balance fun, fan-first content with brand alignment and sponsor needs.
Someone who thrives in live environments and knows how to engage football and gaming fans at peak moments.
You have:
2+ years of social media community building experience, preferably with sports, fantasy or gaming platforms.
Proven success engaging fans in real-time and growing loyal communities.
Deep understanding of social media platforms, tools, and metrics.
Experience with branded content and sponsor collaboration.
Familiarity with football data, stats: making it digestible and compelling for fans.
Solid knowledge of content production tools, including vertical video production, graphics skills and copywriting expertise.
A creative mindset, with strong attention to detail and time management skills.
Bonus if you have:
On-site content creation skills (e.g. filming, interviewing, live streaming)
A network of fantasy influencers or football creators you’ve collaborated with
Founded in 1882, Tottenham Hotspur is an iconic English football club, playing in the Premier League and Women’s Super League. From North London to the world, our fanbase spans continents, cultures, and generations. Spurs is a club that’s always dared to push boundaries, breaking new ground and rewriting history.
We offer world-class facilities: In 2019, we opened our state-of-the-art Stadium, a £1 billion landmark that’s the beating heart of North Tottenham’s transformation. More than just a football ground, it’s an engine of change — creating 4,000 jobs and injecting £300 million into the local economy every year.
We’re at our brightest when we’re all together. Our Club, our teams, our community.
There is only one Hotspur. Tottenham Hotspur.
The Role
The Club is seeking a Senior Branded Content Producer to work within the internal video production team, driving the creative ideation, production, and post-production operations on day-to-day content opportunities and on behalf of our partners and our Clubhouse studio. You will work with internal departments and external suppliers to contribute to the creative pitching, planning, and execution of our partners’ content rights.
The internal production team are responsible for producing a mixture of news, match action, exclusive interviews, in-depth analysis, branded content, behind-the-scenes features as well as supporting our Marketing, Retail and PR teams. Content production is seen across all digital and social channels including our OTT platform SPURSPLAY, broadcast globally, shown within the stadium, as well as syndicated to partners and external media. You will be based at the Club’s training facility with regular travel to and from shoots, as well as home and away match days when required.
About You
You will liaise regularly with the Commercial Production Lead, Partnerships Content Manager and internal stakeholders, delivering creative pitches that drive growth for the brand and Club channels. In addition, you will contribute to the overall budgets needed to fulfil the campaigns with the Production Management team.
You will be responsible for the production and delivery of video content for our partners and their campaigns, whilst meeting the content team’s wider objectives and engaging our audiences.
You will work closely with the content team to deliver against new proposals and opportunities that arise.
You will work closely with the Social Media, Editorial and Production Management teams to ensure the wider business is kept informed of progress and key information on briefs and shoots.
Branded content will be one of your key focuses, but you may also be required to create content for other opportunities like content capture sessions and new signings.
What You Will Bring:
Skills & Experience
Relevant experience creating content for branded campaigns.
Pre-production: Experience creating storyboards, budgeting and advising on crew and camera equipment requirements.
Production: Experienced in directing both small and large productions – being able to direct larger crews but also film smaller things by yourself.
Post-production: Can edit to a high standard using Adobe Premiere Pro, with the ability to produce a wide range of video in different edit styles where required.
Camera operation experience (we mainly use Sony FX9 & FX6). Able to set up creative shots and lighting with a team.
Knowledge of content innovation, the broader digital landscape and how this can be applied to drive new ideas.
The ability to build case studies – reflecting and reporting on the performance of projects.
Having a full driving licence and a vehicle is highly recommended for travel to the Training Centre and Stadium. The applicant must be able to travel to home and away matches if required.
Efficient with the Adobe Creative Suite.
Knowledge of motion graphics software such as Adobe After Effects is beneficial, but not essential.
Personal Attributes
An ideas generator. An all-round creative that pushes the boundaries.
Ability to think of creative solutions to problems.
Values and respects others, builds relationships, collaborates.
Gets things done, delivers to high standards, takes responsibility for their projects.
An energetic and driven individual who thrives working under their own initiative.
Passionate about all forms of creative output and strives to deliver the most exciting content possible.
Strong attention to detail and editorially minded.
Flexible with working hours and able to work evenings, weekends and on site at match days as and when required.
Previous brand/agency experience is advantageous.
The Tottenham Hotspur Way
Is to push harder, rise higher and forge greater. We involve, inspire and elevate one another to be our best selves, to produce exceptional on and off the pitch. Every day brings us opportunities to improve and make the impossible, possible.
Our values that bind us:
DREAM THE IMPOSSIBLE – Impossible made possible when we think outside the box
DARE TO CHANGE THE GAME – Relentlessly strive for glory and leave our mark on the world
DO IT OUR WAY – Win the right way, never at all costs.
Our Responsibility to you
Safeguarding is fundamental to the success in all that we do. Successful candidates are to be reminded they would be subject to various background, DBS, and reference checks for this role.
We welcome applications from anyone regardless of age, disability, gender, race, or ethnic and national origins, religion or belief, or sexual orientation.
The International Olympic Committee (IOC) is the guardian of the Olympic Games and the leader of the Olympic Movement. A truly global organisation, it acts as a catalyst for collaboration between all Olympic stakeholders, including athletes, National Olympic Committees (NOCs), International Sports Federations (IFs), Organising Committees for the Olympic Games (OCOGs), Worldwide Olympic Partners and Media Rights-Holders. It also works with public and private authorities, including the United Nations and other international organisations.
If you are passionate about using sport as a driver for sustainable development, excel in managing complex, multi-stakeholder projects; and thrive in fostering international collaboration, this is a unique opportunity to help shape the impact of the Olympic Movement through the Olympism365 strategy.
As an Olympism365 Manager you will be responsible for project managing the contribution of multiple collective action programmes and projects contributing to the delivery of the Olympism365 strategy, IOCs strategy designed to strengthen the role of sport as an enabler of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and promote the value of Olympism in society. Additionally, you will also be contributing to managing and coordinating the IOC’s collaboration with key stakeholders across the Olympic movement, UN and multilateral system, and development sector to support collective impact and the delivery of the Olympism365 strategy.
Olympism365 Manager’s main responsibilities:
Project management
Project manage and coordinate the co-design, implementation and evaluation of multiple ‘portfolios’ of programmes and collaborations contributing to the delivery of the IOC’s Olympism365 strategy, developed to strengthen the contribution of sport as an important enabler of sustainable development.
Manage, coordinate, support and track the effective and timely implementation, result orientation and monitoring and evaluation of the collectively executed projects and initiatives contributing to the delivery of the IOC’s Olympism365 strategy.
Manage and coordinate the timely and effective completion of reporting, grant and risk management processes for relevant Olympism365 portfolios.
Manage and coordinate procurement, legal and financing processes with external functional leads.
Manage and coordinate governance and management mechanisms, stakeholder meetings, project management tools, events, communications and action logs relevant for multi-stakeholder consortia supported by the IOC.
Stakeholder coordination
Contribute to the management of IOC’s collaboration with a diverse range of stakeholders from across the Olympic movement, UN and multilateral system and development sector through facilitating and coordinating communication, engagement and reporting processes.
Facilitate and promote a commitment to collaboration and collective action among these collaborators.
Coordinate communication and engagement across IOC departments to facilitate their contribution to the delivery of the Olympism365 strategy.
Monitor the wider sport and development agenda as relevant to the IOC.
Minimum Qualifications:
Post Graduate degree or equivalent in business, public policy, development economics, international development, sport or related degree programme.
5+ years’ experience in project management in international development, social policy and/or sport for development. Expertise in public health, community cohesion and peacebuilding programmes, and/or youth crime prevention is desirable.
Excellent oral and written skills in English and French. Other languages desirable.
Hight Level IT skills with demonstrated experience utilising digital programme and project management tools and monitoring and evaluation systems.
Lived experience in developing country contexts.
Working knowledge of the Olympic movement and international sport is desirable.
Excellent project management skills with formal certification desirable.
The successful candidate will be equipped with the following:
Experience in successfully project managing complex multi-country social development and/or international cooperation programmes, collaborations and funding.
Demonstrated ability and project management skills to manage and coordinate collaborations with a diverse range of stakeholders.
Understanding of social development methodologies and tools (project management systems, Results Based Management tools, monitoring, evaluation and learning approaches).
Expertise in one or multiple priority areas for the IOC’s Olympism365 is desirable: public health, peacebuilding, community cohesion, youth crime prevention, social inclusion, accessibility.
Good communication skills with an ability to distil and articulate complex issues for a range of audiences.
High intercultural competence and ability to adapt to a dynamic and multicultural environment.
Excellent organisational skills with the ability to think proactively and prioritise..
Come and join an organisation where the spirit of inclusion, gender equality and diversity is a top priority and which focuses on what unites us – a passion for sport and its values. Work in a flexible and rewarding environment which offers competitive employee benefits and numerous incentives to live a sustainable, healthy and active life. By joining us, you become part of the Olympic Movement and help to build a better world through sport. You will have the opportunity to work with people of more than 70 nationalities.
As the organiser of some of the biggest and most iconic sport events in the world, we lead the way in the sport and event industry.
Join the team and support us on our mission.
THE POSITION
These are your key tasks:
The establishment, management and maintenance of a global digital newsroom, able to operate and function 24/7 for the distribution of FIFA messaging across owned, earned and shared platforms.
Contribution to a “multimedia-first” approach of content curation, ensuring economies of scale through strong content briefs which enable multi-platform approaches to publication.
Working with Corporate Communications unit (and other members of the Communications division) on strategies for content gathering, aligning with the Head of Content Production on budgetary matters and business priorities.
Supporting the multimedia assets that promote corporate and social campaigns of the organisation, working with the Senior Campaigns & Education Consultant and the Head of Content Production on requirements.
Ensuring that all contributors to the Content Production team are trained on platforms, services and tools at their disposal including – but not limited to – Contentful, Bynder (FIFA Digital Hub), Imagen and Monday.com.
Completing the integration of a workflow for multilingual editorial content versions with the Communication Services team and ensuring it is maintained and utilised by all contributors.
Overseeing content on institutional social media channels of the organisation and ensuring their effective and impactful cross-promotion on other channels, working with the agency responsible.
Supporting the Director of Communications and Head of Content Production in timely delivery of video assets for FIFA institutional events, such as Council and Congress meetings, The BEST FIFA Football Awards etc.
The establishment of a supportive editorial back office mechanism, able to efficiently handle content production across a range of media types and arrange all administrative tasks related to travel and monthly payments.
YOUR PROFILE
We work hard at FIFA. We are dedicated, ambitious and innovative.
And we respect our values. Always.
For all roles, we seek talented people with an entrepreneurial spirit and a global mindset.
The specific competencies we require for this position are:
Proven experience (10+ years) working in an international sports and/or media organisation – with a specific background in football and/or journalism.
Media communications or public relations expertise and the ability to build and maintain an audience and maintain interest over time.
Excellent English skills, including writing (for print and broadcast), communication, and presentation.
An outstanding team spirit with an entrepreneurial mindset that thrives when being challenged.
Ability to foster long-term relationships with key professionals.
Understand and be conscious of the political and commercial nature of a global governing body’s activities in addition to organising tournaments and events.
Bachelor’s in languages/communications/journalism/digital media.
Masters in languages/communications/journalism/digital media.
Excellent written and spoken communication skills and management of messaging and media – as well as working under tight deadlines.
Perfect understanding of global football activities.
Excellent command of communications platforms and media relations.
Expertise in video production and social media as well as standard messaging and content creation.
Fluent in English; Proficiency in any other FIFA language (F / ES / GER) is an asset.
Willingness to travel at least one week per month.
Readiness for stand-by duties.
MS Office / Advanced.
SAP knowledge would be an asset (Finance/Budgeting, Procurement, Governance and RFP process management).
Ability to, beyond the department, think for the division and the organisation.
Ability to liaise and communicate with internal and external stakeholders.
Comfortable presenting to and communicating with top management and key stakeholders (internal and external).
Ability to handle conflictual situations.
Ability to develop and motivate a team.
Excellent communicator and listener.
Willing to learn new skills and take on challenge.
Discreet.
Analytical.
Pragmatic.
Flexible and open.
Loyal and trustworthy.
Proven ability to motivate, inspire and manage a team to deliver at the top of their potential – with plenty of examples and case studies.
PERKS & BENEFITS
The biggest benefit of a career at FIFA is the privilege to work for the beautiful game and create something that matters.
Alongside that privilege, we also offer some extra perks and benefits:
Health and fitness: Regular football sessions for all abilities, plus on-site gym.
Home office: Up to two days of home office per week if work permits and home office allowance for all.
Language courses: Offered to all staff to aid personal and professional growth.
Continuous learning: We care about your development and encourage internal mobility, offering a variety of training and education to help achieve it.
Pension: Flexible pension benefits with generous employer contributions.
Relocation assistance: A dedicated team will be on hand to support your relocation.
Sustainability: We support all employees using public transport.
Vacation: Maintain a healthy work/life balance with a generous vacation allowance.
Volunteering: Make an impact beyond your regular role and bond with colleagues by volunteering with one of our partners.
Division/Unit: National Associations/NA Strategic Development
Contract type: Permanent
Start date: 01.09.2025 or as soon as possible
Application deadline: 09.07.2025
Main goal
The National Associations Strategic Development unit exists to help national associations achieve their potential. Our mission is to generate and gather knowledge, establish services for national associations and bring people together. To help us deliver on this mission, we are looking for a NA Research Coordinator to join our team. Gathering insights is an important aspect of our UEFA Grow programme, which works with and for national associations to grow football.
The NA Research Coordinator will work on various research and strategic development projects and play a critical role in improving the unit’s knowledge about UEFA’s 55 member associations, their markets and football in general.
The NA Research Coordinator will conduct primary and secondary research, analyse data, derive insights, create reports and present findings to the unit and other stakeholders. The NA Research Coordinator will centralise the knowledge from various research projects, contribute to NA-specific strategic context analyses and run benchmarking studies across the 55 markets on a variety of topics. The role will require excellent collaboration with a range of stakeholders (e.g. team members, other UEFA units, research agencies and UEFA member associations).
Key Responsibilities
Conducting research and gathering data related to UEFA member associations and their corresponding markets
Designing and implementing surveys and other research methods to gather data
Analysing data using qualitative and quantitative methods and transforming data into knowledge
Preparing reports, presentations and visualisations of research findings (based on various data sources) for strategic development initiatives
Structuring data and knowledge about UEFA’s 55 member associations, their markets and football in general
Taking responsibility for the delivery and further development of a range of NA research services (for example, NA consumer research, market intelligence, audience data, trend monitoring, NA surveys)
Maintaining an overview of research activities of UEFA’s member associations and organising knowledge-sharing initiatives
Coordinating administrative aspects, such as access to self-service data tools or research project management, with internal and external stakeholders
Assisting the unit with other tasks and project or event support as required
Requirements
Experience:
At least 2 years’ experience in a client-facing role, ideally within sport, in an international environment
Background in (market) research, commercial monitoring, market intelligence & development as well as project management
Experience of conceptualising and delivering research services for stakeholders is desirable
Experience of running cross-country research projects or benchmarking studies would be a plus
Education:
Degree in business administration, management, statistics, sports management or similar
Minimum bachelor’s degree; a master’s degree is desirable
Certificates relating to project management or data analytics would be a plus
Languages:
English: Proficient
Other requirements:
Advanced MS Office user
Understanding of survey design and data structures
Service orientated, team player and solutions-driven
Comfortable in presenting and communicating
Willing to conduct desk research on various topics relating to football, often on unfamiliar topics or markets
Able to provide senior management with the foundation on which to build recommendations for the strategic development of national associations
Good attention to detail but also able to grasp the bigger picture
Digitally savvy
Approachable, personable and willing to work in a collaborative manner
Willing to travel occasionally
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At Manchester United, we believe that excellence on the pitch starts with excellence off the pitch. Our team thrives in a high-performance environment, united by a shared passion for success. We aim to elevate the standard of performance through collaboration and continuous growth, creating a space where everyone can contribute their best to our common goals.
We work together at our iconic Manchester United offices, enabling connection and innovation as we look ahead to what we can achieve as a global football club. We are excited to bring in passionate people who share our vision and drive for success.
The Purpose
The Head of Venue Commercial will maximise commercial growth at Old Trafford by leading strategic planning, managing key relationships, optimising multiple revenue streams, and ensuring the effective delivery of profitable commercial initiatives. Play a pivotal role in aligning commercial activities with business objectives, analysing market trends, and fostering cross-functional collaboration to support sustainable growth and competitive advantage.
The Role
Work closely with Head of Supporter Services Sales & Service to ensure sales teams have the tools they need to achieve commercial objectives, through innovative and market-leading strategy.
Develop best-in-class hospitality & events experiences at Old Trafford, whilst also looking ahead to the Old Trafford Regeneration project and opportunities this will create.
Lead on ensuring requirements are delivered in wider club marketing and planning processes, working closely with the multiple teams to enable cross-departmental collaboration and efficiencies.
Execute your world class sales strategy through a productive, efficient and collaborative cross departmental team.
Ensure various stakeholders are set up to deliver and achieve clear priorities which align to club vision and values.
Ensure exceptional customer satisfaction results are achieved and expectations are exceeded.
Implement a consistent approach to working with other leaders to create a culture of collaboration and high performance
The Person
Strategic & Commercial Skills
Strategic planner who can extract actionable insight from complex datasets to drive revenue
Business case preparation and evaluation
Contract negotiation and management
Pricing strategy and margin optimisation
Financial & Analytical Skills
Budgeting and forecasting
Financial analysis and reporting
P&L management
Cost control and value engineering
Project & Operations Management
Resource planning and allocation
Change management
Leadership & Communication
Team leadership and development
Stakeholder engagement
Cross-functional collaboration
Clear and persuasive communication
Presentation and reporting
Digital & Technical Proficiency
ERP and CRM systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Salesforce)
MS Office Suite (especially Excel and PowerPoint)
Data visualization tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau)
Understanding of digital transformation trends (depending on industry)
What We Offer:
At Manchester United, We Recognize That Our People Are At The Heart Of Our Success. That’s Why We Offer a Range Of Rewards Designed To Support Your Professional And Personal Well-being
Annual incentive scheme
Wellness Support with access to mental health resources, digital health checks, and & nutritionists through Aviva Digicare+ Workplace
Exclusive Discounts through our United Rewards platform, giving you access to exclusive deals from the club and partners
Gym Facilities in our onsite locations and opportunities for regular social events and team-building activities
Enhanced family Leave Benefits and an opportunity to purchase additional holiday days
Enhanced Career Development with access to professional learning platforms like LinkedIn Learning, and internal training programs
A Supportive Work Environment that values diversity, equity and inclusion, and individual growth
Our Commitment to You:
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We have an exciting opportunity for an individual to join our Club Communications Team as a Communications Manager.
Being a key member of the club’s communications team, the purpose of this role is to proactively drive forward the public relations function, through a range of planned programmes of communications activities. You will be responsible for enhancing the club’s reputation within key markets and account areas you will be responsible for, including commercial, operations, sustainability and community PR. You will be expected to produce creative and strategic communications plans and will be responsible and accountable for the activation and evaluation. This is a hands-on role which requires a high level of attention to detail, strategic thinking, creativity and resilience.
What will you be doing?
Responsible and accountable for developing and implementing the communications plan for all significant commercial and club-wide projects.
Engage with the relevant internal and external stakeholders to ensure all PR opportunities are maximised and the overall activity dovetails into the wider department/club PR planner.
Develop stand out creative and engaging communications approaches which include traditional and non-traditional media, as well as social media, for both proactive and reactive campaigns.
Create engaging and accurate news stories and features for the media.
Draft speaking briefs and attend high-profile engagements with senior leaders within the Club.
Manage and attend player appearances, club photocalls, and manage these sessions in line with the photography/creative brief.
Event management, including press conferences, promotional events and large-scale club events.
Build relationships and networking links with key external stakeholders, colleagues, partners and media.
Evaluate campaigns and approaches and create relevant evaluation reports for internal and external use.
Forward plan and understand what assets and resources will be required for planned activity.
Research to support club campaigns/reactions.
Act as a champion and advocate for the work of the Communications Team.
Who are we looking for?
To be successful in this role, you will be anexperienced and dynamic PR professional with a significant experience and a degree (or equivalent) in Journalism, Public Relations, or Communications. The ideal candidate will have an in-depth understanding of the UK media landscape, strong knowledge of social media and influencer engagement, and exceptional writing skills. You will be skilled at developing creative and strategic PR plans, managing press conferences and events, and handling brand and reputational management with precision. A background in commercial PR, particularly within the sports sector, is desirable, along with experience working with high-profile individuals in large organisations. You should bring excellent coordination skills, a proactive mindset, and the ability to manage multiple projects under pressure. Strong media contacts in the sports industry, both nationally and locally, are also highly desirable. Proficiency in IT, meticulous attention to detail, and the ability to collaborate effectively at all levels of the organisation are key to success in this role.
Why should you apply?
This isa full-time permanent role working35 hours per week. Your main base will be our City Centre office, Chapel Street, Liverpool.
To reward your hard work and commitment we offer a competitive salary, 25 days holiday (plus 8 bank holidays and the option to purchase up to an additional 5 days) and a contributory pension scheme.
You will have access to our benefits kit bag where you can get high street discounts, and a selection of benefit schemes you can join. There are opportunities to get involved with volunteering through our LFC Foundation to give back to the local community.
At Liverpool Football Club, we have an unwavering commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion and are always looking to making a positive difference in the communities that we operate within. We are proud of our achievements in this area; maintaining the Premier League Equality Standard Advanced Level, becoming a founding signatory of the Football Association’s Football Leadership Diversity Code and being recognised as a leader in this important area on and off the pitch. We take our responsibilities in this area seriously and through the work being done across the club, we are committed to increasing the diversity of our people and becoming an increasingly inclusive workplace for all. We are committed to hiring great people representative of diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and skills across our entire business. If you share our enthusiasm and passion for inclusivity, then we want to hear from you.
Liverpool FC is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all Colleagues and Volunteers to share this commitment.
