Rugby Player Growth & Wellbeing Manager

The Rugby Players’ Association (RPA); Greater London; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

The Rugby Players’ Association (RPA) is seeking a Player Development Manager to drive the Gain Line programme across PREM clubs Harlequins and Saracens. You will support players from the Senior Academy through retirement, working closely with players, club staff and the RPA Player Development team.

You’ll focus on wellbeing, education, career, finance and transition, helping players identify goals and take steps to thrive during and after their rugby careers.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting individuals with personal development, career, education or employability.
• Excellent communicator with ability to build trusted relationships with players, club officials and external organisations.
• Proactive, resourceful and adaptable; comfortable working independently.
• Passionate about personal development and wellbeing and helping players navigate life beyond rugby.

Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery of the Gain Line personal development and wellbeing programme across PREM clubs Harlequins and Saracens.
• Provide trusted, individual support from the Senior Academy through retirement.
• Collaborate with players, club staff and the RPA Player Development team to tailor support across five pillars: wellbeing, education, career, finance and transition.

Job description

The Rugby Players’ Association (RPA) is seeking a Player Development Manager to drive the Gain Line programme across PREM clubs Harlequins and Saracens. You will support players from the Senior Academy through retirement, working closely with players, club staff and the RPA Player Development team.

You’ll focus on wellbeing, education, career, finance and transition, helping players identify goals and take steps to thrive during and after their rugby careers.