Technology Project and Governance Manager

Brighton & Hove Albion Football Club; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A professional sports club in the UK is seeking a Technology Project and Governance Manager to lead technology initiatives and enforce governance frameworks. The ideal candidate will have experience in IT project management and delivering enterprise systems, along with excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. This full-time role offers a range of benefits, including complimentary meals and access to on-site facilities.

Benefits

Complimentary breakfast and lunch

23 days holiday rising with length of service

Rewards platform

Access to gym and padel court

Priority access to match tickets

In-house training programme

Exclusive discounts from partners

Qualifications

• Experience in building governance frameworks within a large organisation.
• Proven ability to deliver and enhance enterprise systems.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead the operational execution of technology initiatives.
• Champion development and enforcement of governance frameworks.
• Drive adoption of enterprise platforms like Azure and Microsoft 365.

Skills

Building governance frameworks

IT project management

Documentation skills

Communication skills

Stakeholder management

Tools

Azure

Microsoft 365 Copilot

SAP Concur

Dayforce

Job description

Overview

Role: Technology Project and Governance Manager

Hours: Full time

Location: American Express Stadium, Brighton, BN1 9BL

Contract Type: Permanent

Deadline Day: 30th September 2025

About Brighton & Hove Albion FC

We compete at the highest levels of football on a global stage while embracing our Sussex community spirit. At the heart of everything we do is our commitment to high performance, professional excellence, and making a positive impact.

About you

This position would ideally be suited to someone who has experience in building governance frameworks and IT project management within a large organisation. You will have demonstrable experience delivering and enhancing enterprise systems under strong governance frameworks, and your excellent documentation, communication, and stakeholder management skills. The role is fast paced so you will need to have the ability to manage multiple projects and priorities.

Responsibilities

• Lead the operational execution of technology initiatives across the technology department.
• Champion the development and enforcement of robust governance frameworks.
• Drive adoption of enterprise platforms (e.g., Azure, Microsoft 365 Copilot, SAP Concur, Dayforce).
• Ensure secure, scalable digital environments that support operational excellence.

Our values

Our values are essential to our success

Our values serve as guiding principles for how we connect with one another, our fans, partners and sponsors. As a club, we embody these values in everything we do:

• Treat People Well
• Exceed Expectations
• Aim High. Never Give Up
• Act with Integrity
• Make it Special

How we say thank you

In appreciation for your hard work and dedication, we are pleased to offer you a range of additional benefits, including but not limited to:

• Complimentary breakfast and lunch at both sites
• 23 days holiday rising with length of service (pro rata for part time staff)
• Rewards platform, which includes access to 900+ retailers, a wellbeing centre and more!
• Enhanced family policies
• Access to a gym and padel court at our training ground
• Priority access to match tickets and access to free WSL tickets for 2025/26 season
• In-house training programme and CPD opportunities
• Exclusive discounts and benefits from our partners and local businesses

Our commitment to EDI

We take pride in being an equal opportunity workplace that reflects the diversity of our society and the world around us. Our core values foster a strong ethical culture, enabling us to meet the needs of our diverse audience, both on and off the pitch. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, and marriage or civil partnership. If you require any reasonable adjustments to support your application, please contact the team.

Safeguarding

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults at risk. We expect all colleagues and volunteers to share this commitment.

This position is UK-based and requires proof of the right to live and work in the UK. All job offers are conditional upon background checks, including a full 3-year reference history, DBS checks, and verification of your eligibility to work. Please note, we do not sponsor applicants without the right to work in the UK.