Premier League Stadium Fund Technical Executive
Salary: £26,000 – £30,000 per annum (dependent on experience). This will be reviewed periodically, providing opportunities for your salary to grow as you develop and gain experience in the role.
The role will be home-based, although you’ll travel regularly to sites and facilities. Where possible, we will aim to assign you a region within a reasonable travel distance from your home. However, there may be occasional travel to sites and facilities further afield as well as our main office, currently in Wembley Stadium, to support business needs.
The Football Foundation currently has a vacancy in the Premier League Stadium Fund team for a Technical Executive to support the Stadium Accreditation Programme and to assess applications to the Premier League Stadium Fund.
About the Premier League Stadium Fund
The Premier League Stadium Fund (PLSF) provides grants to improve stadium facilities for players, supporters, and officials. It supports over 1,000 clubs, including those in Steps 1 to 6 of the National League System, Tiers 1 to 4 of the Women’s Football Pyramid, and clubs promoted to the English Football League (EFL).
By funding stadium improvements, PLSF helps non-league and women’s clubs meet required standards, avoid relegation, achieve promotion, whilst fostering financial sustainability and enhancing their matchday experience.
The role
The PLSF Technical Executive will focus their support on Stadium Accreditation for clubs in Steps 5 and 6 of the National League System and Tiers 3 to 4 of the Women’s Football Pyramid, ensuring grounds meet The FA standards within set timeframes. The role involves reviewing technical and construction aspects of grant applications, managing risks, and supporting the successful development of stadium facilities.
This entry-level role offers hands-on experience in the design, development and compliance of stadium facilities. You’ll support the PLSF grant giving process and the Stadium Accreditation Programme by working with club representatives on site and remotely to ensure grounds meet the requirements set by The FA.
What are we looking for?
You’ll need to be educated to HNC / HND (Level 4/5) in a construction field (or similar). You’ll have some experience attending building sites, with knowledge of construction processes and quality standards. An understanding of the FA’s National League System and Women’s Football Pyramid, and promotion and relegation is desirable but not essential.
You must also have great people skills and the ability to inspire and engage people at all levels, whilst also planning and overseeing projects from start to finish. You’ll have strong organisational skills managing multiple responsibilities, prioritising work and meeting deadlines without compromising on quality.
(Please note you must hold a current and valid driving licence, have access to a vehicle that complies with road traffic law, is in a safe and roadworthy condition, and is fit for purpose.)
What can we offer you?
You will start on 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays (which increases after 2 years), plus additional time off to volunteer. We also offer a generous pension scheme (8% employer contribution), collective bonus scheme, free health care provision, a monthly gym subsidy, interest-free season ticket loan, death in service benefit and access to selected match tickets.
We are committed to helping our team members maintain a healthy work-life balance, so offer flexible working around core hours to help achieve that.
Equality and Diversity Commitment
The Football Foundation is committed to, and values the principles of diversity, equality, and inclusion. We strive to provide an inclusive and supportive working environment where all our team feel respected and supported in fulfilling their potential.
How do I apply?
To apply, please send the following to jobs@footballfoundation.org.uk:
• CV
• Cover letter – please highlight briefly and clearly how your skills, abilities and experience equip you for the role, together with your reasons for applying.
The closing date for applications is 09:00 on Thursday 9 January 2025.
1st stage interviews are currently scheduled for 14 and 15 January 2025 with 2nd stage interviews to follow.
Please note that you must be eligible to work in the UK to apply.
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