League Operations & Administration Lead (Hybrid)

Football-Association-of-Irelan; Dublin; On-site; EUR 42,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Two premium level tickets to home intl

Sick pay & family leave

Work at international matches

Company pension

Life assurance

Bike to work

Free onsite parking

Employee assistance program

Hybrid working arrangements

Gym access discounts

Job summary

The Football Association of Ireland (FAI) is seeking an League of Ireland Executive to manage the League Office and provide efficient administrative services to clubs and stakeholders. The role involves day-to-day operations, correspondence, and minutes taking at meetings.

You will support the Operations Manager and League Director with contracts, kit reviews, competition administration, and event planning, contributing to professional growth of the leagues and delivery of Cup finals.

Qualifications

• Proven experience working effectively in a team environment.
• Background in project management or managing operational processes.
• Highly organised and detail-oriented with big-picture thinking.
• Strong knowledge and passion for football in Ireland.
• Energetic, enthusiastic, and personable.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Proficient in IT systems, especially Microsoft Office 365.

Responsibilities

• Provide admin support to the League of Ireland Management Team.
• Act as primary contact for all League of Ireland clubs.
• Oversee day-to-day operations of the League office and mailbox.
• Verify match cards, attendance reports and sanctions weekly.
• Assist Ops Manager/League Director with contract reviews for Men’s and Women’s.
• Support kit reviews with timelines and supplier coordination.
• Assist clubs with UEFA European competition applications.
• Review changes to Participation Agreement and prepare comparisons.
• Liaise with Referee Dept to coordinate gear orders.
• Support rules reviews and plan competitions and cups.
• Assist in Cup Finals and trophy presentations delivery.
• Manage internal/external communications for the League Office.
• Coordinate meetings and events; manage projects and initiatives.
• Contribute to research and development for league growth.
• Manage gear orders and stock within budgets; record minutes.
• Weekend work may be required.

Skills

Teamwork

Organised

Communication

IT literacy

Tools

Microsoft Office 365

Job description

The Football Association of Ireland (FAI) is seeking an League of Ireland Executive to manage the League Office and provide efficient administrative services to clubs and stakeholders. The role involves day-to-day operations, correspondence, and minutes taking at meetings.

You will support the Operations Manager and League Director with contracts, kit reviews, competition administration, and event planning, contributing to professional growth of the leagues and delivery of Cup finals.