Chief Executive Officer

Nottinghamshire FA; Attenborough; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional football association is seeking an inspiring Chief Executive Officer to lead the organisation through its growth phase. This role involves providing strategic leadership, overseeing FA-aligned programmes, and ensuring financial sustainability. Ideal candidates should have senior leadership experience, strong commercial skills, and be knowledgeable about relevant legislation. The role requires flexibility with working hours and UK travel. Competitive remuneration of up to £60,000 per annum is offered along with additional benefits.

Benefits

Remuneration up to £60,000

Flexible working hours

Workplace Pension Scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Nike staff uniform

High-quality training opportunities

Qualifications

• Educated to degree level or have equivalent work experience.
• Senior leadership experience including CEO, COO, or equivalent.
• Proven financial and commercial management experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead and deliver County FA strategy aligned to FA Grassroots 2040.
• Drive participation, inclusion, and safeguarding in grassroots football.
• Build strong relationships with clubs, leagues, and partners.

Skills

Financial management

Leadership

Commercial growth

Community engagement

Knowledge of legislation

Organisational change

Education

Degree level education or equivalent work experience

Job description

Nottinghamshire County FA is seeking an inspiring Chief Executive Officer to lead the organisation through its next phase of growth and transformation. This is a senior leadership opportunity to shape the future of grassroots football, ensuring it is safe, inclusive, sustainable and accessible across Nottinghamshire.

Reporting to the Chair, the CEO will provide strategic leadership, oversee delivery of FA‑aligned programmes, strengthen stakeholder relationships and ensure long-term financial sustainability.

What’s in it for you

• Remuneration: Up to £60,000 per annum
• Flexible working hours
• Workplace Pension Scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Nike staff uniform
• Access to high-quality training, networking and personal development opportunities

As Chief Executive Officer of Nottinghamshire FA, you will

• Lead and deliver the County FA strategy aligned to FA Grassroots 2040
• Drive participation, inclusion and safeguarding across grassroots football
• Build strong relationships with clubs, leagues, volunteers and partners
• Lead commercial growth, partnerships and income generation
• Oversee financial management, governance and compliance
• Inspire a high‑performing, values‑led staff and volunteer culture

What we’re looking for in a Chief Executive Officer

• Educated to degree level (or equivalent work experience)
• Senior leadership experience (CEO, COO, Director or equivalent)
• Proven financial and commercial management experience
• Experience leading teams and organisational change
• Knowledge of relevant legislation including company law, equality legislation, employment and health and safety legislation
• Experience working with volunteers or community organisations
• Knowledge of safeguarding and equality, diversity and inclusion
• A full, clean UK Driving Licence

You will also be required to pass an enhanced DBS check and a Companies House disqualified directors’ register.

You will be working 37 hours per week, with flexibility to work evenings and weekends where required. UK travel and occasional overnight stays will form part of the role.

To apply for this role as Chief Executive Officer at Nottinghamshire FA, please click apply online and upload an updated copy of your CV. For more information on Nottinghamshire FA please visit their website.