Coaching Projects and Operations Manager

The Premier League; London; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading football organization in London seeks a Coaching Projects and Operations Manager to lead and coordinate key coaching development programmes. This role involves stakeholder engagement, data analysis for program evaluation, and ensuring compliance with safeguarding policies. Ideal candidates will have strong project management skills and experience in sport or education. The role supports a hybrid working environment with opportunities to work from home.

Benefits

Hybrid working model

Inclusive culture

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven experience in managing complex projects, ideally in sport or education.
• Excellent planning and time management skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate the Elite Head of Coach Development and Future Coach Developer programmes.
• Support the collection and analysis of data to evaluate programme impact.
• Ensure all programme operations comply with Premier League policies on safeguarding.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder engagement

Data analysis

Communication

Problem-solving

Tools

Digital project management tools

Job description

Application Deadline: 18 August 2025

Department: Football

Location: London, UK

Description

The Premier League's Football team is looking for a Coaching Projects and Operations Manager within the Coaching Team to support the operational delivery of the Elite Coaching Plan (ECP). The ECP is the Premier League's commitment to creating a coaching development system that is unmatched across all of sport. Through the ECP, we are focusing on providing the best coach development and coaching support to enhance the skill and expertise of the coaching workforce.

We are working closely with clubs to support the development of academy coaches, coach developers, and first-team coaches. This work is further strengthened through the Pro Coach Partnership, where we work alongside key professional game stakeholders—including The FA, EFL, PFA, WPLL, LMA, and LCA—to raise the standard of coaching across the game.

We are seeking an experienced project manager to manage several key projects within the ECP. The role plays a critical part in the end-to-end delivery of the Elite Head of Coach Development and Future Coach Developer programmes. The postholder will also work closely with the Football Development Team, wider internal departments, and external professional game partners—including clubs—to ensure alignment and maximise the impact of coaching and coach development.

Who we are

The Premier League is home to some of the most competitive and compelling football in the world. The League and its Clubs use the power and popularity of the competition to inspire fans, communities and partners in the UK and across the world. The Premier League brings people together from all backgrounds. It is a competition for everyone, everywhere and is available to watch in over 900 million homes in 189 countries.
We have a wide variety of responsibilities. These include organising the competition and its Handbook as well as managing the centralised broadcast and commercial rights. The work we do in conjunction with the Clubs also goes far beyond the 90 minutes. We support and provide a framework for youth development, we protect the organisation’s intellectual property, support the wider game and community programmes, undertake international development work and liaise with governing bodies and other leagues.

The Premier League is an equal opportunities employer and strives to create an inclusive culture where talent can flourish. We believe in the potential of everyone and open our doors to those who share those values. All appointments will be made based on merit; however, we particularly encourage applications from women, people from minority ethnic communities, LGBTQ+ people and disabled people.

Our hybrid-working model also allows you some variety on your place of work, offering you the chance to work from home on some days each week. Where possible, you will attend the office or site visits in line with our company policy. All staff liaise closely with their line manager to manage their time appropriately and according to their work and team requirements.

The Role

Programme Management

• Lead and coordinate the Elite Head of Coach Development and Future Coach Developer programmes, including scheduling, logistics, communications, and delivery.
• Manage operational elements, ensuring efficient use of resources and high-quality participant experience.
• Monitor progress, manage risks, and provide regular updates to the Senior Coaching Projects and Operations Manager and relevant programme leads.

Stakeholder Engagement

• Act as the primary point of contact for participating clubs, coaches, external facilitators, and learning providers.
• Build effective relationships with Heads of Coach Development to support the identification and progression of coaches and coach developers through the development pathways.
• Ensure participants are well-supported throughout their learning journey and contribute to a positive and inclusive learning environment.

Monitoring and Evaluation

• Support the collection and analysis of data to evaluate programme impact, including participant feedback, developmental outcomes, and long-term progression.
• Prepare internal reports, dashboards, and contribute to presentations that demonstrate programme effectiveness and areas for improvement.

Team Collaboration

• Work closely with colleagues across the Football Development department to ensure alignment with wider strategic goals and consistency in coach development delivery.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of systems and processes, offering ideas and insight based on programme delivery experience.

Governance and Compliance

• Ensure that all programme operations comply with Premier League policies on safeguarding, equality, diversity and inclusion (EDI), health and safety, and data protection.
• Uphold the Premier League’s commitment to creating a safe, inclusive, and positive environment for all participants and staff.
  
  

Role Requirement

• Proven experience in managing complex projects and/or programmes, ideally in sport, education, or professional development settings.
• Excellent planning, coordination, and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and build trusted relationships with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present clearly and concisely.
• Competent in using digital tools and platforms for project management, reporting, and communication.
• A proactive and solutions-focused mindset with attention to detail.
• Knowledge of the elite football ecosystem and the coach development landscape in England.
• Experience working within or alongside football clubs or governing bodies is desired but not required.
• Understanding of safeguarding and EDI best practices within a high-performance or sporting environment.
• Familiarity with learning design, coach development frameworks, or adult education principles is desired but not required.

Our commitment to safeguarding includes implementing robust safer recruitment procedures to assess the suitability of individuals applying for roles that involve work with children and adults who are or may be at risk of harm. For further information, please see our Safeguarding Policy and Safer Recruitment Guidance.

To apply please visit our careers page and apply with your CV and a cover letter. The closing date for applications is 18 August 2025.

We will remove barriers that prospective candidates might face at any stage of our recruitment process. If you have a disability and would like the advert in an alternative format, or would like to talk about how we can adjust the interview process to best support you, please contact [e-mail]