Head of Technology Operations

Brighton & Hove Albion Football Club; England; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading football club in the UK is seeking a Head of Technology Operations to oversee technology strategy and operations. This role requires a hands-on leader with deep technical expertise and experience in IT service delivery. The successful candidate will ensure secure and efficient technology operations to support the club's performance. Benefits include complimentary meals, holiday entitlement, and exclusive discounts.

Benefits

Complimentary meals at both sites

23 days holiday rising with service

Rewards platform with 900+ retailers

Enhanced family policies

Access to gym and padel court

Priority match tickets

In-house training and CPD opportunities

Exclusive discounts from partners

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience in a technology leadership role.
• Strong background in IT service delivery.

Responsibilities

• Deliver the club's technology strategy.
• Ensure robust technology operations and lead a high-performing team.

Skills

Leadership

Technical Expertise

IT Service Delivery

Job description

Role: Head of Technology Operations

Salary: Salary dependant on skills and experience

Hours: Minimum 35 hours per week.

Location: Across both the American Express Stadium, Brighton and American Express Elite Football Performance Centre, Lancing

Contract Type: Permanent

Deadline Day: 28th May 2025

About Brighton & Hove Albion FC

We compete at the highest levels of football on a global stage while embracing our Sussex community spirit. Our commitment is to high performance, professional excellence, and making a positive impact.

About the Role

As Head of Technology Operations, you will help deliver the club's technology strategy, ensure robust technology operations, and lead a high-performing team that guarantees all systems and data are secure, reliable, and efficient to support the club’s performance on and off the pitch.

This role requires a deeply technical, hands-on leader capable of operating across strategic delivery, operational service management, incident resolution, and stakeholder engagement. You will be involved in both strategy and actual delivery.

What We Are Looking For

Demonstrated experience in a technology leadership role with responsibility for technology operations, infrastructure, and service management. Deep technical expertise across various systems and a strong background in IT service delivery. Please note, this position is office-based.

Our Values

Our values guide how we connect with one another, our fans, partners, and sponsors:

• Treat People Well
• Exceed Expectations
• Aim High. Never Give Up
• Act with Integrity
• Make it Special

Benefits

We offer a range of benefits, including:

• Complimentary meals at both sites
• 23 days holiday rising with service (pro rata for part-time)
• Rewards platform with 900+ retailers, wellbeing centre, and more
• Enhanced family policies
• Access to gym and padel court
• Priority match tickets and free WSL tickets for 2025/26
• In-house training and CPD opportunities
• Exclusive discounts from partners and local businesses

Our Commitment to EDI

We are an equal opportunity employer, reflecting societal diversity. We welcome applications from all backgrounds. Please contact us if you need reasonable adjustments.

Safeguarding

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting welfare. All colleagues and volunteers share this commitment. The role is UK-based, requiring proof of right to work and background checks, including DBS.