Welcome to the Sport Jobs Round-Up, your go-to source for the latest career opportunities in the world of sport, brought to you by Behind Sport.
Whether you’re an aspiring professional, a seasoned veteran looking for a change, or simply passionate about the industry, we’ve got you covered.
Organisation: West Ham United Football Club
Position: Social Media Manager
Location: London, GB (On-site)
Salary: None listed
Closing date: 21.12.24
They are currently recruiting for a Social Media Manager in their Marcomms Department. The successful candidate will lead the execution and help define the strategic direction of West Ham United’s official social media channels and content. They will help to drive positive sentiment amongst their followers, high levels of engagement and continued global growth in key markets, aligned to the club’s objectives and brand strategy.
They will oversee a team of four people that plan, create and distribute content across the club’s Men’s and Women’s accounts.
Apply here.
Organisation: England Rugby
Position: England Men’s and Events Marketing Manager
Location: London, GB (On-site)
Salary: £40,000 per year
They are looking for an England Men’s & Events Marketing Manager to develop and execute marketing campaigns that deliver against key business objectives, across commercial sales and Rugby fandom.
The England Men’s & Events Marketing Manager is responsible for developing campaigns that aim to sell tickets for a number of events, including England Men’s tickets, Under 20s and Stadium hires, as well as increasing levels of fandom for the England Men’s team.
Working with a number of stakeholder teams including marketing, communications, venue, and commercial partnerships, they will be someone who is an excellent communicator, has exceptional attention to detail, that thrives in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
Apply here.
Organisation: Tottenham Hotspur Football Club
Position: Social Media Producer – Women’s
Location: London, GB (Hybrid)
Salary: None listed
Closing date: 10.01.25
The Club is seeking a Social Media Producer to lead the social media output for Tottenham Hotspur Women’s team across their network of channels. The successful applicant will work with the existing team in the Content & Communications Department, providing a consistent level of high-quality content output, including training, player content and supporting on matchday media delivery.
The ideal candidate will have the skillset and ability to publish content at high pressure on a match day. You will have the knowledge to jump on social media trends and work with our players to produce content which drives reach and relevancy with audiences. You will be an effective communicator who can work across the business with multiple stakeholders.
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Organisation: Liverpool Football Club
Position: Head of Loan Management Men’s Team
Location: Liverpool, GB (On-site)
Salary: None listed
They’re looking for an individual with experience of leading player contract renegotiations and relevant player trading experience to join their Loan Player Management team at Liverpool FC team as Head of Loan Management.
In this role, you will oversee and execute the loan pathways strategy at Liverpool FC.You will lead a loan focused, multidisciplinary team, to place and support players who would benefit from a loan experience as part of their individual development.
Collaborating with senior football leadership, you will source loan opportunities and lead player placement discussions and negotiations. You will lead the Loans Player Management department to ensure that their loan players maximise the loan experience and remain connected to Liverpool FC.
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Organisation: Arsenal Football Club
Position: Senior Commercial Content Manager
Location: London, GB (On-site)
Salary: None listed
Closing date: 20.12.24
They are looking for a Senior Commercial Content Manager to be responsible for developing and executing strategic content initiatives that drive commercial returns and engagement for their club.
In this exciting role, you will oversee the creation of commercial content, the subunit’s operating model, as well as distribution to their 3rd party media partners.
Through close collaboration with key internal colleagues and external stakeholders, you will ensure they create and distribute high-quality value adding content that aligns with their brand.
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Organisation: PUMA Group
Position: Digital & Social Media Manager COBRA PUMA Golf Europe
Location: Manchester, GB (On-site)
Salary: None listed
Your passion for sports, golf culture, social and digital marketing could be the perfect fit for COBRA PUMA Golf! They’re looking for a dynamic, social media-savvy individual who can drive digital acceleration across their brand and golf category.
If you’re someone who thrives in a fast-paced, ever-evolving environment, loves to create engaging digital content, and is eager to learn and grow in the marketing space, this is the role for you.
- Management of new COBRA PUMA social media channels accounts across Europe. Facilitate engaging and innovative content creation for Instagram & partner channels.
- Management of central COBRA & PUMA webpages, digital communications and database growth across Europe.
- Planning and implementation of paid & organic social media and content campaigns to drive awareness, engagement and conversion
- In cooperation with their agency & brand manager, sports marketing & eCom, develop content calendars & product/event content roadmaps
- Keep track of digital and social trends so that PUMA can be an innovator on emerging platforms
- Manage agency budget incl retainer and paid social.
- Monitoring, analysis of KPIS, reporting and adaptation of plans and strategies
- Stay updated about social media landscape, providing insights into e.g. trends and platforms
- Work closely with the PUMA’s global social & media teams
Apply here.
Organisation: New Balance
Position: Senior Brand & Communications Manager
Location: Warrington, GB (On-site)
Salary: None listed
They are seeking an experienced and visionary Senior Brand and Communications Manager UK/I to lead the development and execution of brand strategies and communications/PR initiatives.
This role is a blend of strategic leadership and active execution, requiring a leader who is not afraid to roll up their sleeves and take an active role in delivering on the brand and media objectives.
They are in an exciting phase of growth for the brand and this role will be instrumental into further shaping the future of the brand and the brand team, enhancing presence across multiple channels and driving engagement with key audiences. The role reports directly to the UK/I Marketing Lead.
Apply here.
Organisation: Tottenham Hotspur Football Club
Position: Digital Marketing Project Manager
Location: London, GB (Hybrid)
Salary: None listed
Closing date: 20.12.24
The Club is seeking a Digital Project Manager to own a number of processes & initiatives which enable the wider team to deliver against the overall digital & growth plan.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Product ownership for Spurs ID (our registration proposition for fans across the World – you will have full proposition ownership, KPI ownership, be responsible for development of the offering, all insights & reporting and journey development to drive more fans to register & engage with the proposition across both Web & App
- Partnerships Digital Marketing – you will be the key contact within Digital Marketing for our Partnerships team – you will have joint ownership (with our channel owners) of the propositions we are able to activate for our partners. You will be responsible for planning & delivery of all partner marketing activity across the Digital team, working closely with the channel owners to deliver this
- Process Management & Development – working with the Head of Digital & Growth and the wider team you will coordinate change focused on briefing, scheduling, resource management & optimisation of processes, ensuring that you work closely with commercial marketing & creative teams to align with their needs
- Project Management – your work in this area will be responsive to the needs of the Digital & Growth Team and the wider business and will initially focus on supporting the delivery of key initiatives currently in development, then supporting the team as it moves into new ways of working
- Working with Head of Digital & Growth and the wider team to scope additional projects as they materialise within our ongoing growth of capabilities, leading them with cross-functional teams
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Organisation: Portsmouth Football Club
Position: Ticketing Operations
Location: Portsmouth, GB (On-site)
Salary: None listed
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join Portsmouth Football Club as Ticketing Operations. This role sits within the ticketing team, part of the wider Commercial Department.
This role will support the Ticketing Manager by overseeing all operational ticketing functions, ensuring of the meticulous building and operation of all matches and events within the ticketing system, in addition to ensuring a seamless operation of financial ticketing processes, access control, and booking systems.
This position requires a skilled ticketing professional who has experience building seasons, matches and events within a sports ticketing environment, which in turn delivers exceptional experiences for all supporters and stakeholders.
The ideal person will have previous ticketing experience within a professional sports environment and must be flexible and willing to work irregular working patterns in response to operational needs.
Apply here.
Organisation: Tottenham Hotspur Football Club
Position: Partnerships Content Manager
Location: London, GB (On-site)
Salary: None listed
Closing date: 13.12.24
The Club is seeking a Partnerships Content Manager to be responsible for the strategy and growth in commercial content inventory across social and digital platforms and support commercial revenue growth through brand partnerships.
The Partnerships Content Manager will be the first port of call for the commercial team where it relates to all branded content opportunities. The successful candidate will work with relevant departments to optimise existing inventory, develop new creative ideas and inventory, and work with existing and prospective partners to deliver to their objectives.
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Organisation: Manchester United Football Club
Position: Sales & Service Executive
Location: Manchester, GB (On-site)
Salary: None listed
Closing date: 15.12.24
As a Sales & Service Executive, you will be responsible for ensuring enquiries are handled in an informed and highly professional manner, identifying effective solutions where appropriate. To deliver against all sales and performance targets, whilst providing the best customer experience possible, through identifying opportunities to recommend additional Manchester United products.
This role forms a key part in achieving their wider business objectives of delivering revenue generation through intelligent promotion of club products, whilst also ensuring an exceptional experience for each of theirr 5m+ annual customer interactions.
Apply here.
Organisation: ARETÉ
Position: Social Media & Digital Marketing Manager
Location: London, GB (Hybrid)
Salary: None listed
They are seeking a creative, data-driven, and highly motivated Social Media & Digital Marketing Manager to lead their content strategy, creation, and distribution for both the company and their clients. This new, pivotal role will drive brand awareness, increase audience engagement and creates compelling content that tells both the ARETÉ story and the stories of certain clients across all digital platforms. You will work closely with cross-functional teams – Talent Representation, Partnership Sales and Content Production (external) – to align content with business goals and deliver measurable impact.
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Organisation: McLaren Racing
Position: Executive, Brand Management
Location: Woking, GB (Hybrid)
Salary: None listed
The purpose of this role is to support with the management of the McLaren brand and its international profile. As a guardian of the McLaren brand, the Executive, Brand Management ensures consistency across all touch points through adherence to their brand guidelines and other materials.
The role predominantly focuses on their Formula 1 partners and licensees, however may also involve supporting their other Racing Series.
The successful candidate is expected to work collaboratively with stakeholders across Marketing and Racing, and a roster of third party specialists to ensure their partners are represented accurately and branding execution is managed efficiently. There may also be requirements to help with the management of assets across key platforms, such as their digital asset management platform. They will foster excellent supplier relations, and will be encouraged to constantly look outside of Racing to bring innovative new ideas to the way that they showcase their brand.
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Organisation: Gemba
Position: Insights Manager
Location: London, GB (Hybrid)
Salary: None listed
This role will report to the Managing Director of Gemba Europe and will be responsible for leading and delivering client projects, line management as well as business development as their European practice grows. Your main duties and responsibilities will include:
- Creating, implementing and managing world class customised and proprietary research for Gemba clients. This will include a mixture of quantitative and qualitative research and the identification of key insights and implications for our clients
- Management of the Gemba Europe Insights Program, including leading the product evolution of focused Proprietary Research modules and expansion into other markets
- Business development, with a responsibility to contribute to the Global Insights divisional strategy, budgeting and the Gemba Europe new business pipeline
- Support in the resource and line management of the Insights team
- Collaboration is key, and whilst they offer flexible working, this role will require 4 days in the office
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Organisation: Burton Albion Football Club
Position: Head of Communications
Location: Burton Upon Trent, GB (On-site)
Salary: None listed
As the Head of Communications, you will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of the Club’s media relations and communications strategy and will lead on the Club’s marketing output to promote and grow Burton Albion Football Club. You will work closely with internal and external stakeholders to champion the Club’s aims and protect its reputation.
- Develop and implement Burton Albion’s PR and communications strategies according to the Club’s goals and objectives, to raise awareness and improve the reputation of the Club in local, national, and international markets.
- Overall responsibility for the Club’s corporate communications plan.
- Manage an ongoing communications calendar for player appearances and commercial obligations.
- Manage crisis issues as they arise and protect the Club’s reputation through proactive planning.
- Manage the press list and organise press conferences, appearances, and releases.
- Manage matchday media operations at Pirelli Stadium, ensuring compliance with rules and regulations.
- Provide senior-level consultancy to players/management with regards to all media work.
- Oversee media and broadcast relations at the Club, seeking opportunities to tell Burton Albion’s story on a national scale.
- Develop and manage strong relationships with key personnel at the EFL, and broadcast partners, rightsholders and non-rightsholders.
- Lead and manage the Communications and Marketing team for the Men’s team, Women’s team, and the academy, providing guidance, support, and mentorship to ensure high performance and professional growth.
- Strategic lead across Marketing & Content, building Brand, Marketing, and Digital strategies to deliver fan and revenue growth and ensure departmental objectives are met.
- Oversee the creation of engaging content for digital and social media channels as well as matchday content, to enhance fan interaction and grow online communities.
Apply here.
Organisation: Lancashire Cricket Club
Position: Conference and Events Sales Executive
Location: Manchester, GB (Hybrid)
Salary: None listed
They are excited to be looking for a Conference and Events Sales Executive to join the C&E Sales team at Emirates Old Trafford, home of Lancashire Cricket. You’ll be responsible for supporting the C&E sales team by responding to all in-coming enquiries to the Conference and Events department, writing proposals, meeting clients and converting bookings ensuring the highest level of customer service at all times. Some admin and pro-active sales activity may need to be conducted and possibly supporting the coordination team if needed
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Organisation: Lancashire Cricket Club
Position: Stadium Events Manager
Location: Manchester, GB (Hybrid)
Salary: None listed
We are excited to be looking for a Stadium Event Manager to join the team at Emirates Old Trafford, home of Lancashire Cricket. You’ll be responsible for for major and minor event planning and delivery throughout the cricket season. Events will include International Cricket, T20 fixtures, Hundred Ball fixtures, County Championship, One day cricket, Concerts, out ground cricket and any other outdoor events.
The role will be the main point of contact for allocated stadium events held on site, as well as at out grounds, and will ensure that all events are delivered to meet the needs of the organiser in an efficient, safe and guest focused environment in liaison with the Operations Team.
Projects will form an important part of the role and will involve the management of contractors / suppliers and liaison with other departments within the club.
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Organisation: England Athletics
Position: Digital Marketing Executive
Location: Remote
Salary: Circa £25,000 per year
A vacancy has arisen at England Athletics for a Digital Marketing Executive to support the marketing and communications team. The postholder’s primary responsibility is to build engagement levels and sustain and grow advocates across web, social, and e-comms channels amongst our member clubs, athletes, and other important stakeholders across the sport.
The postholder will assist with online and offline marketing activity, proactively create content for our digital channels, including social media, and support business as usual marketing communications and campaigns across all priority areas (participation, clubs, coaches & officials, competition, and talent). This role will also support marketing and communications efforts at key England Athletics events, including creating fun and engaging content to showcase the excitement of athletics and running.
This postholder’s key focus will be day-to-day management of all promWe are excited to be looking for a Stadium Event Manager to join the team at Emirates Old Trafford, home of Lancashire Cricket. You’ll be responsible for for major and minor event planning and delivery throughout the cricket season. Events will include International Cricket, T20 fixtures, Hundred Ball fixtures, County Championship, One day cricket, Concerts, out ground cricket and any other outdoor events.
The role will be the main point of contact for allocated stadium events held on site, as well as at out grounds, and will ensure that all events are delivered to meet the needs of the organiser in an efficient, safe and guest focused environment in liaison with the Operations Team.
Projects will form an important part of the role and will involve the management of contractors / suppliers and liaison with other departments within the club.
Apply here.
Organisation: LiveScore
Position: Senior Affiliate Executive
Location: London, GB (Hybrid)
Salary: None listed
Reporting to the Global Affiliate Group Lead, this is a fantastic opportunity for a driven and curious Senior Affiliate Executive to join their growing Affiliates team. The successful candidate will be responsible for building meaningful relationships, reporting on campaigns, and supporting the Affiliate team on marketing projects and launches. Therefore, this role requires a proactive individual with strong communication skills, a passion for sports betting and casino, and an understanding of affiliate marketing.
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Organisation: LiveScore
Position: Senior Digital Marketing Executive
Location: London, GB (Hybrid)
Salary: None listed
Reporting to the Head of Performance Marketing, this is an exciting opportunity for a results-driven and committed Senior Digital Marketing Executive to join their rapidly growing LiveScore Media team. In this role, you will be at the forefront of their growth initiatives, playing a key part in driving their expansion into new markets and scaling their digital marketing efforts. The successful candidate will take a hands-on approach to executing high-impact marketing strategies, managing multi-channel campaigns, and building strong relationships with internal teams and external partners.
Apply here.
That’s it for our Sport Jobs Round-up this week, good luck to everyone applying.
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