Communications Manager

Chelsea Football Club; London; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading football club as a Communications Manager, managing the development and implementation of communication strategies to enhance community impact. You’ll work with various stakeholders to deliver effective internal and external communications, supporting fundraising efforts and community well-being initiatives.

Qualifications

• Extensive relevant communications experience, preferably in sports or charity.
• Strong proof reading and researching skills with a passion for community involvement.
• Ability to work under tight deadlines and manage stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Manage communication strategy for Chelsea FC Foundation.
• Create and lead on impactful communications and stories.
• Support fundraising efforts and maintain effective channels.

Skills

Communications

Writing

Research

Relationship Building

Detail-oriented

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Outlook

Job description

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LOCATION: Stamford Bridge / Cobham when required

Permanent (35 hours - evening and weekend work when required)

JOB FUNCTION: Managing the development and implementation of communications activity in relation to Chelsea FC Foundation, by supporting the delivery of Chelsea FC Foundation’s communications strategy through a wide variety of compelling internal and external communications.

THE FOUNDATION: Creating positive change through impactful opportunity. An independent charity, Chelsea FC Foundation uses the power of football to better the wellbeing, futures and inclusion of its community. Chelsea FC Foundation is steadfast in supporting its local communities to improve physical and mental wellbeing, assisting those in its community who need our help the most and adding value by investing in the education and development of people’s futures. In 2024, Chelsea Foundation positively impacted the lives of over 10,000 individuals and is proud to align with Chelsea Football Club to support Chelsea’s community. Read Chelsea Foundation’s 2024 Annual Report here.

PLAY YOUR PART:

• Support the Head of Media to deliver impactful communications that align to the Foundation’s strategy and deliver demonstrable change.
• Deputise for the Head of Media where needed ensuring media outcomes are achieved as desired and of the highest quality, this could include areas such as managing:

o Communications elements of Chelsea Foundation events

o Match day activations

o Media/press briefings for Foundation CEO or Trustees

• Leading on the creation of news stories and other written communications for Chelsea FC Foundation, highlighting the impact of Chelsea FC Foundation’s work across internal and external communications.
• Supporting Chelsea FC Foundation’s fundraising efforts through impact-based communications activity.
• Maintaining the development of Chelsea FC Foundation’s key communications channels such as website and event collateral.
• Carrying out general administrative and research duties related to communications activity including the development of detailed communications plans for individual projects.
• Creating strong relationships with key departments and stakeholders both internally and externally. This could include attending meetings, events as appropriate,

DO THE RIGHT THING:

• To demonstrate and live by the club’s values; Here to Win, Be Brave, Do the Right Thing, Play Your Part, Many Teams, One Club and Proud to Be Chelsea.
• To adhere to the club’s policies and procedures, including Health & Safety, Financial Authorisation, Confidentiality and GDPR.
• To act as an ambassador for diversity, equality, and inclusion, and demonstrate a positive commitment by treating others fairly in line with our Equality, Diversity & Inclusion Policy and reporting any acts of discrimination through appropriate channels.
• To create a safe environment and act to protect all young people and vulnerable adults that are either in your care or attending club premises, and report any concerns to the Safeguarding Lead.
• To report any misconduct or suspected misconduct to the HR Department.

PROUD TO BE CHELSEA:

• Extensive relevant communications experience, preferably within the sports and/or charity industry.
• Able to work to tight deadlines and demonstrate strong proof reading and researching skills.
• A natural storyteller with a particular passion for football’s role within the community.
• A team player with confidence to take the lead and guide other employees where necessary.
• Able to work alongside internal and external stakeholders and manage expectations.
• Can think quickly and be decisive in high pressure situations, delivering to deadlines.
• Able to deal with sensitive situations tactfully and maintain confidentially at all times.
• Very strong attention to detail.
• IT self-sufficiency and fluent in Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook essential.

Chelsea FC and Chelsea FC Foundation is fully committed to ensuring the safety and well-being of all children, young people and adults at risk (vulnerable groups). We therefore require all successful applicants to complete a DBS Check prior to starting employment. Depending on the role, successful applicants may also be required to undergo other child protection screening where appropriate.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  General Business

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