FOOTBALL COMMUNICATIONS MANAGER

Manchester United; Manchester; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading football club is seeking a Football Communications Manager to support the media and PR activities across the football department. This role requires excellent written and verbal communication skills, as well as the ability to manage relationships with stakeholders. The ideal candidate will have relevant experience in communications and knowledge of the sports media landscape. The position offers a range of benefits in a supportive work environment that values diversity and inclusion.

Benefits

Annual incentive scheme

Wellness support with mental health resources

Exclusive discounts via United Rewards

Gym facilities on-site

Enhanced family leave benefits

Access to professional learning platforms

Qualifications

• Relevant professional experience in communications or public relations.
• Experience in an elite sporting environment is desirable.
• Excellent knowledge of the sports media landscape.

Responsibilities

• Support the development and delivery of the football communications strategy.
• Manage media access and PR activity for players and staff.
• Draft press releases and key messaging materials.

Skills

Written communication skills

Verbal communication skills

Media relationship management

Attention to detail

Collaboration across departments

Job description

Overview

FOOTBALL COMMUNICATIONS MANAGER – LOCATION: Carrington Training Complex

At Manchester United, we believe that excellence on the pitch starts with excellence off the pitch. Our team thrives in a high-performance environment, united by a shared passion for success. We aim to elevate the standard of performance through collaboration and continuous growth, creating a space where everyone can contribute their best to our common goals. We work together at our iconic Manchester United offices, enabling connection and innovation as we look ahead to what we can achieve as a global football club. We are excited to bring in passionate people who share our vision and drive for success.

The Purpose

Reporting to the Head of Football Communications, this fast-paced role will play a key part in managing media and PR activity across the football department, with a focus on the men’s first team. At the core of the role is the delivery of access to media rightsholders, club media and other media partners, and the management of relationships and information flows between the football department and wider media.

The Role

• Supporting the development and delivery of an effective football communications strategy.
• Effectively delivering rights to media partners and club media, and discretionary access to non-rightsholders (including the arrangement and staging of interviews and press conferences).
• Effectively managing media, communications and PR activity around players and football staff.
• Developing and delivering key messages for media and other stakeholders.
• Cultivating and managing relations with the media and other stakeholders.
• Drafting of written materials, including press releases, articles, and messaging.
• Close co-operation with our content and commercial teams and Manchester United Foundation, ensuring that all media and PR activity around our football department is aligned with the communications strategy.

The Person

• Relevant professional experience in communications, public relations and/or media; prior experience in an elite sporting environment is desirable
• Language skills - Desirable
• Excellent abilities in written and verbal communications, with an attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent knowledge of the sports media landscape.
• Ability to work and collaborate across departments in a complex organisation, and communicate effectively with internal stakeholders at all levels, including players, coaches, technical staff, and senior leaders.
• High standards, strong work ethic, resilience, and a positive and collaborative mindset all essential.

What We Offer

• Annual incentive scheme
• Wellness Support with access to mental health resources, digital health checks, and & nutritionists through Aviva Digicare+ Workplace
• Exclusive Discounts through our United Rewards platform, giving you access to exclusive deals from the club and partners
• Gym Facilities in our onsite locations and opportunities for regular social events and team-building activities
• Enhanced family Leave Benefits and an opportunity to purchase additional holiday days
• Enhanced Career Development with access to professional learning platforms like LinkedIn Learning, and internal training programs
• A Supportive Work Environment that values diversity, equity and inclusion, and individual growth

Our Commitment To You

At Manchester United, we believe that a diverse and inclusive environment makes us stronger. We are committed to building a team where everyone feels welcomed, valued, and empowered to contribute their unique perspectives. Diversity, equity and inclusion are at the core of our recruitment strategy, and we welcome applicants from all backgrounds.

Ready to Join Us?

If this sounds like the perfect role for you, please submit your application by Tuesday 07th October 2025.

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