Deputy Head of Communications

Derby County Football Club; Merthyr Tydfil; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious football club in Merthyr Tydfil is seeking a Deputy Head of Communications. This role involves managing media relations, creating engaging content for social media and the club's website, and developing strategies to enhance the club's digital presence. The ideal candidate should have experience in a similar role and excellent communication skills, along with a degree in Sports Journalism or equivalent qualifications.

Qualifications

• Experience of analysing, interpreting, and presenting data to a wide range of audiences.
• Ability to prioritise and manage own workload.
• Used to working in a fast-paced environment providing accurate and timely information.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks, competing priorities, and project conflict.

Responsibilities

• Act as a first point of contact for media enquiries and manage media activity.
• Create and manage engaging content for social media and club website.
• Contribute to strategies that grow the club’s digital presence.
• Assist with organising press conferences and producing communications.
• Develop monthly editorial calendars in collaboration with departments.

Skills

Football-related content production experience

Social media content production

Excellent planning and organisational skills

Verbal and written communication skills

Experience in fast-paced environments

Education

5 GCSEs or 'O' Levels (grades A – C)

BA Degree in Sports Journalism or similar

Tools

Adobe Photoshop

Job description

Derby County Football Club is seeking a Deputy Head of Communications to join the Communications department. The successful candidate will assist the Head of Communications in providing an efficient and comprehensive information service to internal and external stakeholders.

The role involves creating and managing engaging content for social media, the club website, and RamsTV, ensuring consistent tone and brand identity. The candidate will also contribute to strategies that grow the club’s digital presence, assist with organising press conferences, and produce internal and external communications.

Key Responsibilities:

• Act as a first point of contact for media enquiries and manage first-team player media activity.
• Create and manage engaging content for social media, the club website, and RamsTV.
• Contribute to strategies that grow the club’s digital presence and monitor emerging platforms.
• Assist with organising press conferences and producing internal and external communications.
• Develop and manage monthly editorial calendars in collaboration with departments across the club.
• Support delivery of the Fan Engagement Strategy alongside Marketing.
• Produce content for the Women’s team, Academy, and community initiatives.
• Deputise for the Head of Communications when required.

Essential Personal Characteristics and Experience:

• Football-related content production experience and knowledge.
• Experience of analysing, interpreting and presenting data to a wide range of audiences.
• Ability to prioritise and manage own workload.
• Previous experience in a written communication/journalistic role.
• Previous experience in producing social media content, including video.
• Previous experience in using Adobe Photoshop.
• Used to working in a fast-paced environment providing accurate and timely information to a high standard.
• Previous experience of working in a similar role within a football club setting.
• Excellent planning and organisational skills.
• Ability to work on own initiative.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Understanding of requirement for confidentiality.
• Significant problem-solving capabilities.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks, competing priorities and project conflict.
• Excellent IT skills.

Qualifications:

• 5 GSCE’s or ‘O’ Levels (grades A – C).
• BA Degree or equivalent in Sports Journalism or similar is desirable.
• Full UK Driving License and access to a vehicle.

Derby County Football Club is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults at risk, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The club is an Inclusive Club for all and is committed to Equality and Diversity.

To apply for this role, please complete an application form, which can be found at http://thera.ms/apply or visit dcfc.co.uk/page/jobsandcareers. The closing date for receipt of applications is Sunday, 12 October 2025.