Sport & Leisure Development Officer

The Royal Parks; City Of London; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading charitable organisation in London seeks a Sport & Leisure Development Officer to enhance community engagement in sports. This full-time, permanent role focuses on creating inclusive sports programmes and supporting under-represented groups. The ideal candidate will possess strong organisational skills and a commitment to social impact through sports. A competitive salary and numerous benefits, including generous leave and professional development opportunities, make this an exceptional role for those eager to make a difference.

Benefits

Salary of £33,666 - £36,500

26 days' annual leave plus public holidays

Pension scheme with employer contributions

Private medical insurance

Learning and development opportunities

Cycle-to-work scheme

Beautiful park location

Qualifications

• Experience in sport development, community engagement, or participation growth.
• Manage partnerships and stakeholder relationships effectively.
• Understand inclusion barriers in underserved communities.

Responsibilities

• Shape diverse and inclusive sports programmes.
• Create opportunities for under-represented groups.
• Monitor and evaluate participation data.

Skills

Sport development experience

Community engagement

Strong organisational skills

Effective communication

Data-informed decision-making

Job description

We are now looking for a Sport & Leisure Development Officer to join us on a full-time, permanent basis, working 36 hours per week. This is a standout opportunity for an individual with experience in sport development, community engagement, or participation growth to join our mission-led organisation. In this highly rewarding role, you will have the chance to make a real impact on the sports that take place across the Royal Parks, positively influencing the lives of Londoners and further developing your career in an engaging area. You'll discover a dynamic and exciting environment with plenty of room for growth and a host of rich rewards that will enable you to thrive.

Responsibilities

• Shape diverse and inclusive sports programmes.
• Create opportunities for under‑represented groups.
• Monitor and evaluate participation data to guide decision‑making and report on outcomes.
• Represent us at meetings, forums and events.
• Support coach‑led sessions and wider health and wellbeing activities.
• Assist with reporting, usage records, and business plan delivery.

Qualifications

• Experience in sport development, community engagement, or participation growth.
• Experience managing partnerships and stakeholder relationships.
• A strong understanding of inclusion and barriers to participation in underserved communities.
• Knowledge of the UK tennis landscape and/or experience working with or alongside the LTA.
• Strong organisational skills with a data‑informed, outcome‑focused approach.
• Confident communication skills and a genuine passion for social impact through sport.

Benefits

• Salary of £33,666 - £36,500 per annum, depending on experience.
• 26 days' annual leave plus public holidays, increasing to 29 days after three years of service.
• Pension scheme (3% employee contribution; up to 10% employer contribution).
• Private medical insurance and health‑care cash plan.
• Employee assistance programme and access to mental health first aiders.
• Learning and development opportunities.
• Cycle‑to‑work scheme.
• Offices in a beautiful park location.

The Royal Parks (TRP) is a charity created in March 2017. We manage over 5,000 acres of diverse parkland, rare habitats and historic buildings across eight Royal Parks in London. The Royal Parks is strongly committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and is an equal‑opportunity employer. We value diversity and encourage applications from candidates from all backgrounds. We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better our work will be.