Operations Lead, Women’s Academy & PGA

Crystal Palace Football Club; Greater London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A professional football club is seeking an Operations Lead to manage the academy operations for U12 to U21. The role involves ensuring that the environment is safe and meets the needs of players and staff, overseeing day-to-day functions, and ensuring adherence to FA guidelines. Candidates should have relevant coaching qualifications and experience in sports administration. The position offers a full-time contract with various employee benefits, including discounts and match day tickets.

Benefits

Complimentary match day ticket

Health and Wellbeing benefit scheme

Holiday allowance: 25 Days

Qualifications

• Knowledge of how to manage budgets effectively.
• Experience in project management within sports or other relevant fields.
• Strong administration skills with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Oversee operations to ensure all activities run smoothly.
• Manage logistics and communications with staff and players.
• Ensure adherence to the FA’s PGA licence criteria.

Skills

FA DBS

FA Safeguarding Children

FA Level 1 Introduction to First Aid in Football (IFAiF)

Football coaching qualifications

Experience of administrative management

Knowledge of The FA’s Girls Talent Development

Education

Accountancy / finance / business qualifications

Association of Project Management (AMP) qualifications

Job description

A professional football club is seeking an Operations Lead to manage the academy operations for U12 to U21. The role involves ensuring that the environment is safe and meets the needs of players and staff, overseeing day-to-day functions, and ensuring adherence to FA guidelines. Candidates should have relevant coaching qualifications and experience in sports administration. The position offers a full-time contract with various employee benefits, including discounts and match day tickets.