Team Coordinator

United Autosports; Altofts; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days leave

Pension

Life assurance 2x salary

EAP

TOIL

Travel opportunities

Career progression

Job summary

United Autosports is seeking a Customer Racing Team Coordinator to manage travel, hospitality and race-event logistics for our Customer Racing programme. Based at our Wakefield base, the role involves coordinating international travel, driver liaison, event setup and administration, with a hands-on, fast-paced environment.

You will work with drivers, customers and suppliers, organise schedules and spreadsheets, update calendars, and support race weekends and related administrative tasks to

Qualifications

• Excellent organisational skills and strong attention to detail.
• Ability to multitask and manage several priorities simultaneously.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proactive approach with the confidence to identify problems and find solutions.
• Ability to work independently and use initiative.
• Flexible attitude and willingness to support a wide range of tasks.
• Confident communicating with drivers, customers, suppliers and colleagues.
• Good administrative skills including confidence using spreadsheets, calendars and email.
• Ability to remain calm, professional and effective in a fast-paced environment.
• Hands-on approach and willingness to get involved.

Responsibilities

• Travel and logistics: coordinate travel for drivers and team personnel, arrange flights, hotels and transport, manage itineraries and ensure documentation is accurate and cost-effective.
• Race event coordination: assist with planning, catering, hospitality and setup of event facilities, garages and related spaces.
• Driver and customer liaison: act as a key contact for travel, accommodation and event arrangements; communicate professionally with all stakeholders.
• Administration and organisation: maintain calendars, travel schedules, event documentation and track receipts and expenses.
• General team support: collaborate cross-departmentally, take ownership of tasks and respond quickly to changing requirements.

Skills

Organisational skills

Multitasking

Communication

Proactive

Independent working

Flexibility

Administrative skills

Calm under pressure

Tools

Spreadsheets

Calendars

Email

Job description

United Autosports is one of the world’s leading motorsport teams, competing at the highest levels of international endurance and sports car racing. Founded in 2009 by Zak Brown and Richard Dean, the team has built a strong reputation for performance, professionalism and a relentless pursuit of excellence.

Based in the UK, United Autosports operates across a range of high‑profile racing programmes and championships, working with some of the world’s leading manufacturers, drivers and technical partners. Our success is built on the expertise, commitment and teamwork of our people, both on and off the track.

We are proud of our ambitious, fast‑paced and collaborative environment, where every individual plays an important role in delivering performance. As we continue to grow and develop, we are looking for talented people who share our passion for motorsport and want to be part of a team striving to achieve the very best.

The Role

The Customer Racing Team Coordinator will play a key role in coordinating the practical, logistical and administrative requirements of the Customer Racing team. This is a varied, hands‑on position requiring someone who can manage multiple priorities, communicate confidently with a wide range of people and respond effectively to changing demands.

From arranging international travel and accommodation to supporting race event preparation, driver liaison and hospitality, the successful candidate will help ensure that every detail is taken care of and that the team is fully prepared for each event.

This role would suit someone who enjoys working in a fast‑paced environment, takes pride in being organised and is happy to get involved wherever support is needed.

Key Responsibilities

Travel and Logistics

• Arrange and coordinate travel for drivers and team personnel, including flights, hotels, hire cars and ground transportation.
• Organise transfers between airports, hotels, circuits and other event locations.
• Coordinate motorhome and RV pitches, parking arrangements and event access credentials.
• Manage travel itineraries and communicate arrangements clearly to all relevant parties.
• Ensure travel bookings and associated documentation are accurate, cost-effective and completed within required deadlines.

Race Event Coordination

• Support the planning and preparation of Customer Racing events, ensuring all logistical requirements are in place.
• Coordinate catering, hospitality arrangements and event requirements.
• Assist with the installation and dismantling of hospitality areas, garages and associated event facilities.
• Support garage and event preparation, ensuring the team has the equipment and supplies required.
• Coordinate general event errands, including sourcing food, supplies and other essential items.
• Provide practical support to the team throughout race weekends and respond proactively to changing requirements.
• work in conjunction with crew chief to produce garage and hospitality space requirements.

Driver and Customer Liaison

• Act as a key point of contact for drivers and relevant stakeholders regarding travel, accommodation and event arrangements.
• Communicate professionally and promptly with drivers, customers, suppliers and internal colleagues.
• Assist with hospitality invitations, guest lists and event communications.
• Help deliver a professional and welcoming experience for drivers, customers and guests.

Administration and Organisation

• Maintain and update spreadsheets, calendars, travel schedules and event documentation.
• Coordinate email invitations and other event‑related communications.
• Organise and track receipts, expenses and relevant event expenditure.
• Support the coordination of race bonuses and associated administrative records.
• Assist with uniform preparation, distribution and stock management.
• Coordinate the washing and preparation of driver kit and other event clothing where required.
• Complete general office preparation and administrative tasks to support the wider Customer Racing team.

General Team Support

• Work collaboratively with colleagues across Customer Racing and other departments.
• Take ownership of tasks and follow them through to completion.
• Identify potential issues early and take appropriate action to resolve them.
• Provide flexible, hands‑on support wherever required to ensure the smooth running of the programme.

Skills and Experience

Previous motorsport experience is not essential. We are looking for the right attitude, transferable skills and willingness to learn.

The successful candidate will demonstrate:

• Excellent organisational skills and strong attention to detail.
• The ability to multitask and manage several priorities simultaneously.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• A proactive approach, with the confidence to identify problems and find solutions.
• The ability to work independently and use initiative.
• A flexible attitude and willingness to support a wide range of tasks.
• Confidence communicating with drivers, customers, suppliers and colleagues.
• Good administrative skills, including confidence using spreadsheets, calendars and email.
• The ability to remain calm, professional and effective in a fast‑paced environment.
• A practical, hands‑on approach and a willingness to get involved.

Working Hours and Travel

Motorsport operates outside traditional working hours, and this role requires flexibility to support race events, including early starts, late finishes, weekends and international travel.

The role will involve travel to UK and international race events, including Le Mans, Silverstone and Daytona, alongside preparation and follow‑up work at our Wakefield base.

Availability for the following 2027 race events is essential:

• 30-31 January
• 4-5 September - Silverstone

Additional travel and event attendance will be required as the Customer Racing calendar demands.

Driving Requirements

A full, valid driving licence is required. Applicants must be aged 21 or over to meet the relevant insurance requirements for driving company vehicles and/or hire cars when required.

• The opportunity to work within an established and ambitious motorsport team.
• A varied role with exposure to international race events.
• The opportunity to develop new skills and build a career within motorsport.
• A collaborative working environment where teamwork and initiative are valued.
• A competitive salary, based on experience and suitability for the role.

Why Join United Autosports?

At United Autosports, no two days are the same. We work in a fast‑paced environment where teamwork, attention to detail and a shared commitment to performance are essential.

This is an opportunity to become an integral part of our Customer Racing team, contribute to the success of our race programmes and gain hands‑on experience in the world of international motorsport.

• The opportunity to work within an established and ambitious motorsport team.
• A varied role with exposure to international race events.
• The opportunity to develop new skills and build a career within motorsport.
• A collaborative working environment where teamwork and initiative are valued.
• A competitive salary, based on experience and suitability for the role.

What We Offer

We believe in rewarding our people and supporting their wellbeing both inside and outside of work. As part of the United Autosports team, you'll benefit from:

• 25 days' annual leave, plus bank holidays.
• Company pension scheme.
• Life assurance providing 2x annual salary.
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP), offering 24/7 confidential support, wellbeing resources and counselling services.
• Time Off in Lieu (TOIL) for qualifying additional hours worked.
• Opportunities to travel internationally and be part of world-class motorsport events.
• A collaborative, high-performance team environment where every role contributes to success on track.
• Ongoing opportunities for learning, development and career progression.

You will have real impact, real creative freedom, and the chance to shape how United Autosports is seen by the motorsport world.