Academy Transport Coordinator

Manchester City Football Club; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Manchester City Football Club is seeking a dedicated Transport Coordinator to facilitate smooth transport operations for the Academy. You will manage daily schedules, ensure compliance with regulations, and coordinate logistics for domestic and international travel. Ideal candidates possess strong organisational skills, transport knowledge, and excellent communication abilities. This role offers opportunities for impacting the team's travel efficiency and logistics management.

Benefits

26 days annual leave

Private healthcare

Annual discretionary bonus

Qualifications

• Sound knowledge in transport, logistics, fleet management.
• Excellent organisational and administrative skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Manage and coordinate daily transport schedules for Academy players.
• Ensure compliance with transport and driving regulations.
• Organise travel arrangements for domestic and international tours.

Skills

Organisational skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Logistics knowledge

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Closing Date of Applications – 19/06/25

Our Story

Manchester City is an English Premier League club whose roots began in East Manchester. From its first incarnation as St Mark’s West Gorton in 1880, the club became Manchester City FC in 1894. Behind each title lies emotion, moments and memories that resonate with millions of supporters around the world. Manchester City fans are known for their commitment and togetherness, as a Club that fights to the end.

Our Winning Team

MCFC is built on a vision of sustainability and long-term success, with a world-class Academy structure designed to develop young talent and engage with the wider community. We’re looking for a dedicated Transport Coordinator to support the Academy’s travel and logistics operations, ensuring safe and efficient transport for players, staff, and their families.

This is Your City

As part of our team, you will be entitled to 26 days annual leave plus an additional day off for your birthday, private healthcare and a simply health cash plan, an annual discretionary bonus, plus a range of partnership and lifestyle discounts.

Your Impact

As a Transport Coordinator, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the smooth and efficient movement of Academy players, staff, and guests. You will manage daily transport schedules, oversee vehicle maintenance, and coordinate logistics relating to domestic and international tours, tournaments, and training camps.

Your responsibilities will include:

1. Managing & coordinating daily transport schedules for Academy players, staff, and families.
2. Ensuring compliance with transport and driving regulations, including driver working hours.
3. Overseeing fleet management—ensuring vehicles are clean, well-maintained, and legally compliant.
4. Organising travel arrangements for domestic and international tours, training camps, and tournaments.
5. Liaise with external transport providers to maintain high service standards.
6. Providing a first-class meet & greet service for triallists, prospective signings, and their families.
7. Liaising with Academy staff to ensure all player travel needs are met in a professional and timely manner.
8. Keeping accurate records of all transport arrangements and ensuring compliance with club policies.
9. Maintain accurate transport records and ensure compliance with club policies.
10. Manage invoice processing, player travel passes and contractual allowances to ensure financial accuracy and cost control.
11. Oversee the day-to-day operations of the driver team.

What we are looking for

Essential

• Sound knowledge in transport, logistics, fleet management and travel operations.
• Excellent organisational and administrative skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently.
• Effective communication & interpersonal skills—able to liaise with staff, players, parents, and external stakeholders.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure, meet tight deadlines, and adapt to changing needs.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Positive attitude and an appreciation of the importance of team culture.
• Personal integrity and ability to invoke trust and respect from others.
• Able to build and maintain excellent working relationships.
• Please note, this role requires working unsociable hours including evening and weekends.
• Hybrid role based in Manchester office 4 days per week.

Desirable

• Knowledge of logistics software or transport management systems.
• Experience managing supplier relationships and service contracts, able to build and maintain excellent working relationships.
• Understanding of Premier League regulations relating to travel & transport.
• Full UK driving licence with no endorsements.
• Looks to produce innovative solutions wherever possible.