Head of Delivery - Central & East

LTA; Greater London; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

The LTA is seeking a dynamic Head of Delivery to lead a team of Delivery Managers and drive the local tennis and padel participation strategy across communities. You will mobilise every aspect of the tennis ecosystem in your area to ensure a joined-up approach that grows and diversifies the player base.

As one of five Heads of Delivery, you will operate at a senior level, balancing strategic oversight with hands-on leadership while navigating commitments that require UK right-to-work status and

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of Delivery Managers to implement the local tennis and padel participation strategy.

Job description

Hey! We’re the LTA and we’re pleased to meet you!

The LTA’s vision is “Tennis Opened Up” and its mission is to transform communities through tennis, making the sport welcoming, enjoyable, and inspiring for all.

We are seeking a dynamic, ambitious, and strategic Head of Delivery to lead a team of Delivery Managers in the implementation of our tennis and padel participation strategy at a local level.

As one of five Heads of Delivery, you will play a critical role in mobilising every aspect of the tennis ecosystem in your area, both traditional and new, ensuring a joined-up approach to maximise impact, with a focus on growing and diversifying the player base.

Please note you will require the RTW in the UK to apply for this role and live within commutable distance of the National Tennis Centre.

Interview Timelines

Please note, the application window for this role closes at midnight on Thursday 19th November. First stage interviews are scheduled to take place week on Monday 30th November, with second stage interviews taking place on Thursday 10th December.

Our Support to You

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If you have any specific questions regarding your application or if anything’s unclear at all, please contact our recruitment team by emailing [e-mail]

Life at the LTA

The LTA, through its vision 'Tennis Opened Up', is committed to creating an inclusive environment where all colleagues feel included and a strong sense of belonging. We particularly welcome applications from people from ethnically diverse communities, deaf and disabled people, members of the LGBTQ+ community and people with lived experience of the UK's many and varied communities.

Read some of our colleague testimonials below and find out more here

• “As a new mum, I’ve appreciated the LTA’s newly enhanced benefits, which have supported me during maternity leave and in my return to work. In total, I have been with the LTA for four years and love the diversity of my role.”
• “Everyone's respected in terms of the culture, ethnicity, and the background, so you don't feel inequal in any capacity. I remember how supportive my team had been during Ramadan, being fully understanding of its requirements and flexible with my work schedule.”
• “As a new starter at the LTA, my experience has been overwhelmingly positive. Being a tennis fan, I was excited to join the organisation, and from day one, I’ve been impressed by everyone’s dedication to our mission of 'Tennis Opened Up', as well as promoting diversity, inclusion, and sustainability."

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