Global Football Operations & Partnerships Lead

UC3; Nyon; On-site; CHF 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

UC3, the joint venture formed by UEFA and European Football Clubs, is seeking a Business Operations Manager in the Waadt region. The role focuses on coordinating commercial programmes and delivering events in collaboration with UEFA Events SA, agencies and clubs.

You will oversee operational planning, stakeholder engagement and service delivery while driving continuous improvements across business support functions to ensure high-quality experiences for partners.

Qualifications

• Experience in sports administration, commercial operations or event management is required.
• Strong organizational and coordination skills with stakeholders.
• Familiarity with UEFA structures or club football operations is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate operational planning and execution of UC3 commercial programmes.
• Coordinate with UEFA, agencies, and clubs to deliver events and partnerships.
• Oversee end-to-end delivery of agency-managed events and actions.
• Drive improvements in processes and stakeholder engagement.
• Support IT, travel, HR and facilities for UC3 operations.
• Manage guest management and protocol activities for stakeholders.
• Contribute to sustainable operational structures for long-term success.
• Collaborate to translate commercial objectives into high-quality delivery.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Cross-functional coordination

Operations planning

Event management

Commercial delivery

Education

University degree in business, finance, sports management, international relations or a related field

Job description

UC3, the joint venture formed by UEFA and European Football Clubs, is seeking a Business Operations Manager in the Waadt region. The role focuses on coordinating commercial programmes and delivering events in collaboration with UEFA Events SA, agencies and clubs.

You will oversee operational planning, stakeholder engagement and service delivery while driving continuous improvements across business support functions to ensure high-quality experiences for partners.