Men’s Technical Director: Shape England’s Player Pathway

The Football Association; England; Hybrid; GBP 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Event day tickets at Wembley Stadium

Nutritious lunches at Wembley Stadium

Private medical cover

Contributory pension

25 days annual leave

Hybrid working model

Job summary

The Football Association seeks a Men's Technical Director to shape and deliver a world-class development path for England’s men’s teams below U21, ensuring excellence in coaching, player development and support services.

Leading the Men’s Technical Division, the successful candidate will align strategies with the Men’s Sporting Director, drive talent identification and progression, and collaborate with coaches and national teams to maximise potential across the pathway.

Qualifications

• Proven track record of leading high performing teams and developing a healthy, inclusive culture.
• Evidence of coaching and/or technical leadership within an elite player development environment.
• Experience of working within the English professional game.
• Ability to build strong relationships with a complex range of stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the development and performance of men's development teams below U21 level.
• Ensure the Men's Technical Division is aligned behind one plan and maintains a healthy culture.
• Lead and deliver the 24-28 strategy for the Men's Technical Division and write subsequent strategies.
• Oversee development and performance of national coaches and national teams to prepare players for progression and success.
• Develop and implement frameworks for talent identification and recruitment, including performance data and scouting.
• Collaborate with other Directors to embed the England pathway and support EPPP objectives.
• Represent the FA in stakeholder discussions and ensure alignment with the Chief Football Officer.

Skills

Leadership

Coaching/Technical leadership

English football experience

Stakeholder management

Matrix organisation

Strategic planning

Job description

The Football Association seeks a Men's Technical Director to shape and deliver a world-class development path for England’s men’s teams below U21, ensuring excellence in coaching, player development and support services.

Leading the Men’s Technical Division, the successful candidate will align strategies with the Men’s Sporting Director, drive talent identification and progression, and collaborate with coaches and national teams to maximise potential across the pathway.