Academy Driver and Logistics Assistant

Manchester City Football Club; Manchester; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

26 days annual leave

Private healthcare

Dental cover

Discretionary bonus

Health Cash Plan

Employee Assistance Programme

Company pension

Life assurance

Free on-site parking

Breakfast and lunch provided

Ticket discounts

City+ subscription

Job summary

Manchester City Football Club is seeking an Academy Driver and Logistics Assistant based at the City Football Academy in Manchester. This permanent full-time role blends driving with administrative tasks to ensure safe, punctual transport for Academy players, staff, trialists and families.

You will maintain schedules and records, monitor vehicle readiness, support tours and events, and help develop efficient transport processes.

Qualifications

• A clean UK driving licence with safe, professional transport experience.
• Experience in an administrative environment with records and reports.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and standard admin systems.
• Clear communication when meeting players, families and staff.
• Flexibility to work variable or unsociable hours when required.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate day-to-day transport for Academy players, staff, trialists and families.
• Maintain schedules, records, reports and documentation accurately.
• Monitor vehicle status, coordinate maintenance and ensure records are current.
• Assist with tours, events and providing a professional first impression.
• Safeguarding responsibilities and respond to operational needs.

Skills

UK driving licence

Administrative experience

MS Office proficiency

Clear communication

Flexible hours

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Based at the City Football Academy in Manchester, this permanent full-time role supports the safe and reliable delivery of transport for Academy players, staff, trialists and families. You will combine professional driving with thoughtful administration, helping every journey run smoothly while contributing to a welcoming, well‑organised environment for everyone connected to the Academy.

Who We Are

Manchester City is a football club rooted in East Manchester, with a story that began in 1880 and continues to grow today. Built on resilience, belief and togetherness, success on the pitch is driven by the moments and memories shared with millions of Fans around the world. City is known for its bravery, its determination to the very end and its strong connection to where we come from. With Mancunian roots and a global outlook, we are shaped by our Fans and driven by a long‑term vision, from developing future talent to supporting the communities we call home. Together, we are creating the next chapter, the City way.

Within our Academy, the Transport and Administration team helps create the conditions for young players and staff to focus on development and performance. Through safe transport, accurate coordination and a professional approach to every interaction, the team plays an important part in the daily experience of players, families and Academy colleagues.

The Role

As Academy Driver and Logistics Assistant, you will help coordinate the Academy's day‑to‑day transport service, ensuring players, staff, guests and families can travel safely, comfortably and on time. Your work will support scholar and Day Release runs, staff transport and the wider logistics of an Academy operating at a high standard.

Alongside driving, you will maintain schedules, records, reports and documentation, keeping information accurate and processes easy to follow. You will also help monitor departmental vehicles, report faults, coordinate maintenance and ensure vehicle records remain current. There will be opportunities to improve transport processes and administrative systems as the needs of the Academy evolve.

You will build positive working relationships with players, families, staff, agents and representatives, sharing relevant information appropriately where player behaviour, welfare or development is concerned. You will also support tours, tournaments and Academy events, including meeting and greeting trialists and prospective signings and helping provide a professional first impression. The role involves safeguarding responsibilities and flexibility to work variable and unsociable hours when operationally required.

What You’ll Bring

• A clean UK driving licence, with the confidence and experience to provide safe, professional transport for a range of passengers.
• Experience working in an administrative environment, with the ability to manage schedules, records, reports and documentation accurately.
• Competence with Microsoft Office and everyday computer-based administrative systems.
• Clear and effective communication skills, including a professional approach to meeting and greeting players, families, guests and colleagues.
• A flexible and confidential approach, with the ability to respond calmly to changing operational needs and work variable or unsociable hours frequently when required.

Why Choose Us

Working at Manchester City means being supported to do your best, with the flexibility and encouragement to look after your wellbeing. We are committed to helping our people learn, grow and thrive in a culture built on collaboration, openness and hard work.

As part of our team, you will receive 26 days’ annual leave plus a day off for your birthday, private healthcare and dental cover, and an annual discretionary bonus. You will also have access to a Health Cash Plan, Employee Assistance Programme with 24/7 GP support, and a company pension and life assurance.

Manchester‑based employees also benefit from free on‑site parking, complimentary breakfast and lunch, and access to a range of sports and leisure clubs.

You can enjoy a range of additional benefits, including cycle to work, Give As You Earn, discounted match tickets, savings in the City Store, a free City+ subscription, stadium tour discounts, and wider retail and lifestyle offers.

City Football Group promotes equal opportunities in employment and we positively welcome applications from all candidates regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation.

Employment is subject to the provision of proof of eligibility to work in the UK.

Due to our safeguarding promise, all UK‑based CFG roles will be subject to a DBS check upon commencing employment with us. This will be either a basic, standard or enhanced check depending on the job role and responsibilities.