Be part of our journey Location: St. Mary’s Stadium Hours: Full time, 37.5 hours per week Contract Type: Permanent Criminal Record Check: Basic What is the role? In this role, you’ll drive efficiency and support success across our Commercial, Operations and Shared Services teams by providing proactive and essential administrative support. Positioned at the heart of strategic initiatives, you’ll be instrumental in streamlining processes and ensuring our teams are equipped with the tools and resources they need to reach their goals. This role is critical in creating a seamless operational environment that empowers our teams to perform at their best. We are looking for someone to really take ownership of the role with an enthusiastic, proactive and driven approach. What will you be doing? In this role, you’ll provide essential support to the Executive Assistant to the CEO and Board, helping to manage schedules, coordinate meetings and maintain communication across the club's Executive Team. You will produce high-quality documents, presentations and communications with professionalism and creativity, ensuring all materials are accurate. Additionally, you’ll assist in organising both internal and external meetings, training courses and events, as well as managing travel arrangements and logistics within the UK and internationally. You'll play a key role in administrative support by managing calls, emails and liaising with internal and external stakeholders on behalf of the Executive Team. Other responsibilities include drafting meeting minutes, handling routine financial processes in Workday and supporting other departments where necessary. Beyond administrative duties, you’ll contribute to the club's culture and community. You’ll be involved in coordinating team events and various club functions throughout the year. As part of the Staff Engagement Committee, you’ll help organise activities aligned with our people strategy. Additionally, you’ll occasionally assist at reception, provide support on matchdays and triage calls on our Supporter Services Helpline to ensure a welcoming and professional environment for staff and guests. Is this you? This is an entry-level role, perfect for someone eager to step into the football and sports industry and build foundational skills in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. We are looking for someone to bring a proactive, can-do approach and enthusiasm for new challenges. You'll be flexible and adaptable, ready to take on different tasks and manage multiple responsibilities effectively. You will need strong organisational, prioritisation and planning skills to succeed in this role, alongside excellent written and verbal communication abilities. Competency with Microsoft applications, particularly Word, Excel and advanced PowerPoint is essential. How this benefits you… If you are successful, you can look forward to a healthy benefits package; Access to x2 free match tickets for every home league game. Access to our staff Health & Wellbeing initiatives (Mental & Physical Health). Discounted Southampton Football Club merchandise. 25 days’ holiday per year excluding bank holidays plus your birthday off each year. Contributory Pension Scheme. Worldwide Travel Insurance for you and your family. Learning & Development opportunities - supporting you to develop your potential and achieve in your career. Free onsite parking. Cycle to Work Scheme. Collaborative & inclusive working culture. How can I apply? Click on the apply button, enter your details and answer a quick pre-screening questionnaire, then attach your CV. The closing date for applications is 20th November 2024. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early, if a high volume of applicants are received.