League of Ireland Executive

Football Association of Ireland; Blanchardstown; On-site; EUR 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Two premium-level tickets to home intl

Opportunities to work at international

Company pension and life assurance

Sick pay and family-friendly leave

Hybrid and flexible working

Free onsite parking and bike-to-work

Access to National Aquatic Centre and

Job summary

The Football Association of Ireland is seeking a League of Ireland Executive to join the League of Ireland team. You will oversee day-to-day administration, support the management team, and act as the main point of contact for clubs in a dynamic football environment.

Based at FAI Headquarters in Dublin, this role requires strong organisation, teamwork, and excellent communication skills to ensure efficient service and compliant operations across competitions and events.

Qualifications

• Proven experience working effectively in a team.
• Background in project management or managing operational processes.
• Highly organised and detail-oriented, with the ability to see the big picture.
• Strong knowledge of, and passion for, football in Ireland.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office 365.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support to the League of Ireland Management Team and act as the primary contact for all clubs
• Manage the League Office day to day, including the mailbox and general queries
• Verify match cards, attendance reports and disciplinary sanctions each week
• Support contract reviews, kit approvals and clubs’ UEFA European competition applications
• Support competition rules and the planning of Leagues, President’s Cups, FAI Cups and the All-Island Cup
• Support Cup Finals and trophy presentations, manage communications, meetings, minutes and equipment orders

Skills

Teamwork

Project management

Operational processes

Football knowledge

Interpersonal skills

MS Office 365

Job description

The Football Association of Ireland is looking for a League of Ireland Executive to join the League of Ireland team.

The Role

Reporting to the League of Ireland Operations Manager, the core focus of the role is the administration and day-to-day management of the League Office, making sure an efficient, professional service is provided to clubs and other key stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support to the League of Ireland Management Team and act as the primary contact for all clubs
• Manage the League Office day to day, including the mailbox and general queries
• Verify match cards, attendance reports and disciplinary sanctions each week
• Support contract reviews, kit approvals and clubs’ UEFA European competition applications
• Support competition rules and the planning of Leagues, President’s Cups, FAI Cups and the All-Island Cup
• Support Cup Finals and trophy presentations, manage communications, meetings, minutes and equipment orders

About You

• Proven experience working effectively in a team
• A background in project management or managing operational processes
• Highly organised and detail-oriented, with the ability to see the big picture
• Strong knowledge of, and passion for, football in Ireland
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office 365

Benefits

• Two premium-level tickets to each home international game
• Opportunities to work at international matches
• Company pension and life assurance
• Sick pay scheme and family-friendly leave
• Hybrid and flexible working arrangements
• Free onsite parking, bike to work scheme and employee assistance programme
• Discounted access to the National Aquatic Centre and gym complex

Key Details

• Location: FAI Headquarters, Abbotstown, Dublin 15
• Contract: Permanent, full time
• Start date: As soon as possible
• Weekend work may be required from time to time
• Closing date: 5 November 2026 (close of business)