Technology Project & Governance Manager

UK Sport; Lewes; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent sports organization is seeking a proactive Technology Project & Governance Manager to lead technology initiatives. This role focuses on creating governance frameworks, driving adoption of enterprise platforms like Azure and Microsoft 365, and managing multiple projects efficiently. Ideal candidates will possess strong IT project management skills and exceptional communication abilities. Competitive benefits include complimentary meals, holiday entitlement, and access to gym facilities.

Benefits

Complimentary breakfast and lunch

23 days holiday rising with length of service

Access to a gym and padel court

Priority access to match tickets

In-house training programme

Qualifications

• Experience in building governance frameworks and IT project management within a large organisation.
• Demonstrable experience delivering and enhancing enterprise systems under strong governance frameworks.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities.

Responsibilities

• Lead operational execution of technology initiatives across the technology department.
• Develop and enforce governance frameworks to support enterprise platforms and digital environments.
• Drive adoption of enterprise platforms.

Skills

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 & Governance Manager
Hours: Full time
Location: American Express Stadium, Brighton
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 the role

A new exciting opportunity to join our technology team. We are seeking a proactive and governance-focused Technology Projects & Governance Manager to lead the operational execution of technology initiatives across the technology department. This role will champion the development and enforcement of robust governance frameworks, drive adoption of enterprise platforms (e.g., Azure, Microsoft 365 Copilot, SAP Concur, Dayforce), and ensure secure, scalable digital environments that support operational excellence.

Responsibilities

• Lead operational execution of technology initiatives across the technology department.
• Develop and enforce governance frameworks to support enterprise platforms and digital environments.
• Drive adoption of enterprise platforms (e.g., Azure, Microsoft 365 Copilot, SAP Concur, Dayforce).
• Ensure secure, scalable digital environments that support operational excellence.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to manage projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment.

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.

Our values

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

Benefits

• 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 [e-mail]

Safeguarding

Safeguarding is part of everything we do. 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.

Right to work

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.