Football Administration Manager – Registrations
Description
The Premier League Football Administration team are responsible for the management of all player (Academy and professional) and staff registrations across our 20-member Clubs. The team is also responsible for the creation and management of Premier League fixtures.
We are looking to appoint a Football Administration Manager – Registrations who will play a crucial role in managing and supporting all aspects of player registrations, squad submissions, regulatory compliance, and youth development administration. The successful candidate will be in close collaboration with Clubs, governing bodies, and internal teams to ensure compliance with Youth Development Rules and competition regulations.
We are looking to appoint a Football Administration Manager – Registrations who will play a crucial role in managing and supporting all aspects of player registrations, squad submissions, regulatory compliance, and youth development administration. The successful candidate will be in close collaboration with Clubs, governing bodies, and internal teams to ensure compliance with Youth Development Rules and competition regulations.
Who we are
The Premier League is home to some of the most competitive and compelling football in the world. The League and its Clubs use the power and popularity of the competition to inspire fans, communities and partners in the UK and across the world. The Premier League brings people together from all backgrounds. It is a competition for everyone, everywhere and is available to watch in 900 million homes in 189 countries.
We have a wide variety of responsibilities. These include organising the competition and its Handbook as well as managing the centralised broadcast and commercial rights. The work we do in conjunction with the Clubs also goes far beyond the 90 minutes. We support and provide a framework for youth development, we protect the organisation’s intellectual property, support the wider game and community programmes, undertake international development work and liaise with governing bodies and other leagues.
The Premier League is an equal opportunities employer and strives to create an inclusive culture where talent can flourish. We believe in the potential of everyone and open our doors to those who share those values. All appointments will be made based on merit; however, we particularly encourage applications from women, people from minority ethnic communities, LGBTQ+ people and disabled people.
Our hybrid-working model also allows you some variety on your place of work, offering you the chance to work from home on some days each week. Where possible, you will attend the office or site visits in line with our company policy. All staff liaise closely with their line manager to manage their time appropriately and according to their work and team requirements.
The Role
- Assist with U9-U16 Academy, Scholar, and Professional player registrations, ensuring compliance with league and governing body rules and regulations
- Oversee squad list submissions, name on shirt approvals, and League Match team sheets, ensuring accuracy and adherence to regulations
- Provide match day support for squad number and registration queries at the Match Centre and Academy Games Programme events
- Offer guidance on Youth Development Rules and manage Player Registration System (PRS) queries related to player eligibility
- Support Club Academy Support Manager meetings and assist with registration queries for clubs and internal teams
- Manage the Youth Registrations inbox, responding to stakeholder inquiries and ensuring timely processing
- Assist with Compensation Fee Account management and review Club Bonus Schedules in line with league policies
- Assist in the creation of Board reports and the development of Football Administration literature and system improvement
- Contribute to Football Administration projects, enhancing registration processes and compliance efficiency
Requirements for the role
- Significant experience within an administration position, ideally within a football, or elite sporting environment.
- Strong understanding of Youth Development Rules and registration processes within Academy football.
- Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines efficiently.
- High attention to detail, ensuring accuracy in registrations, squad submissions, and documentation.
- Ability to work flexibly, including match days and Academy Games Programme events when required.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and experience with Player Registration Systems (PRS) is desirable.
About The Premier League
The Premier League is home to some of the most competitive and compelling football in the world. The League and its Clubs use the power and popularity of the competition to inspire fans, communities and partners in the UK and across the world. The Premier League brings people together from all backgrounds. It is a competition for everyone, everywhere and is available to watch in 900 million homes in 189 countries.
We have a wide variety of responsibilities. These include organising the competition and its Handbook as well as managing the centralised broadcast and commercial rights. The work we do in conjunction with the Clubs also goes far beyond the 90 minutes. We support and provide a framework for youth development, we protect the organisation’s intellectual property, support the wider game and community programmes, undertake international development work and liaise with governing bodies and other leagues.
The Premier League is an equal opportunities employer and strives to create an inclusive culture where talent can flourish. We believe in the potential of everyone and open our doors to those who share those values. All appointments will be made based on merit; however, we particularly encourage applications from women, people from minority ethnic communities, LGBTQ+ people and disabled people.
The Premier League is an equal opportunities employer and strives to create an inclusive culture where talent can flourish. We believe in the potential of everyone and open our doors to those who share those values. All appointments will be made based on merit; however, we particularly encourage applications from women, people from minority ethnic communities, LGBTQ+ people and disabled people.
Skills
- Management
- Leadership
- Player Development
