41 leadership management jobs found

Position Summary Haslam Sports Group is seeking a highly organized, strategic, and execution-oriented Chief of Staff to support the President of Soccer across all HSG soccer properties, including the Columbus Crew, HSG's NWSL Expansion Team, Academy and Development Pathways, and broader global soccer initiatives. The Chief of Staff will serve as a trusted partner to the President of Soccer, helping execute the organization's operational and strategic plans, coordinate key initiatives across both clubs, and oversee day-to-day priorities across the soccer portfolio to ensure the achievement of club objectives. This individual will act as a central point of coordination between the technical, operational, and administrative functions of both clubs. He or she will also help liaise with business-side functions to ensure organizational alignment, communication, and execution across the broader HSG organization, including ownership and HSG executives. A primary focus during the first...

Overview Major League Soccer's Strategy and Business Intelligence group is tasked with supporting strategic decision making and resource allocation across the League - with a focus on driving fan growth, revenue capture, and operating efficiencies - by providing impactful data-driven insights, analysis, and recommendations.   The group is seeking a Sr. Director to build and lead the Marketing Science function, partnering with League and Club Marketing leaders to use fan, CRM, media, and behavioral data to improve marketing effectiveness, audience strategy, personalization, and investment decisions. The Sr. Director will set the function's roadmap; lead MLS full-time employees, offshore resources, and external consultants; and work with Marketing, Technology, Product, and CRM teams to turn advanced analytics into actions that drive fan growth, engagement, retention, and revenue. The ideal candidate combines deep marketing and analytical expertise with strong leadership...

COMPANY BACKGROUND  The Houston Dynamo Football Club (HDFC) is a multi-faceted organization dedicated to inspiring and supporting soccer participation and growth in Houston, TX and beyond. The Club’s brands include men's and women's professional teams - the Houston Dynamo (MLS) and Houston Dash (NWSL), a development academy, Houston Dynamo Dash Charities, as well as Shell Energy Stadium and Houston Sports Park.    The Club has a rich history, including MLS Cup titles (2006, 2007) and in-season tournament championships for both the Dynamo (2018 and 2023) and Dash (2020) and is focused on building toward the next championships, inspiring and uniting the city of Houston through the sport of soccer and community outreach, and creating the most inclusive sporting experience and diverse fan base in the city and state.    PURPOSE OF THE JOB Houston Dynamo FC is seeking a results-driven marketing leader with deep expertise in digital...

U.S. Soccer Overview   The U.S. Soccer Federation exists in service to soccer. Our aim is to ignite a national passion for the game. Because we believe that soccer is more than a sport; it is a force for good.   We understand the importance and the power of teamwork, on and off the pitch. That is why we work closely with our Federation partners and members, to inspire, support and guide every level of the game: from the grassroots to the National Teams. We want to bring soccer into every home and every community, right across America. Because we believe that soccer can transform lives like no other sport. Soccer can represent the best of U.S.   U.S. Soccer is in a period of significant growth, with ambitious plans for U.S. Soccer in the near and far future. We are, therefore, looking for dynamic servant leaders to join us on this journey: in service to soccer. Applicants must be able to demonstrate visionary leadership, analytical decision-making,...

JOB TITLE:  Individual Development Lead REPORTING TO:   Academy Director DEPARTMENT:  Academy LOCATION:   CFA New York (Orangeburg, NY) & St. John’s University (Queens, NY)   POSITION OVERVIEW: New York City FC is seeking an Individual Development Lead. This role will lead and coordinate the Academy's individual player development program, ensuring every player receives a structured, intentional and aligned development experience. The role is responsible for designing, implementing and monitoring Individual Development Plans (IDPs), whilst providing enhanced support for the Academy's highest potential players through targeted coaching, mentoring and multidisciplinary collaboration. WHAT YOU’LL DO: Individual Player Development   Lead the Academy Individual Development Program across all age groups. Design, implement and continually refine the Academy IDP framework. Ensure every Academy player has...

Overview Major League Soccer's Business Insights & Analytics team is a centralized analytics function within Strategy & Business Intelligence, supporting League and Club decision-making through reporting, advanced analytics, data science, and actionable recommendations.   The group is seeking a Senior Manager, Soccer Analytics & Data Science to lead key sporting analytics workstreams within Business Insights & Analytics and serve as a senior analytics partner to Competition, Player Relations, Medical, and other sporting departments. This individual will independently lead major analytical workstreams, shape analytical priorities, and use soccer, player, roster, and competition data to inform strategic decisions and improve the League's sporting product.   The ideal candidate combines strong technical and analytical capabilities with deep soccer knowledge, intellectual curiosity, and the ability to translate complex findings into clear...

Overview The Senior Manager of Betting runs the operating side of MLS's Sports Betting and Prediction Markets business. Reporting into the Senior Director, Media Deals & Betting, this leader owns relationships with the leading gaming companies, the league-wide integrity program, league-wide compliance across all 30 MLS Clubs and MLS NEXT PRO Clubs, MLS's prediction-market sponsorship with Polymarket, and the MLS Data business operating with Sportec (supplier) and Sportradar (commercialization).   This is a senior operator role in one of the fastest-moving categories in sports. The Senior Manager is responsible for both protecting the integrity of the game and growing a commercial business in a regulated, complex, highly visible space.   Responsibilities Industry Relationships Build and manage relationships with the key gaming companies across the industry, including leading sportsbooks, prediction markets, and daily-fantasy operators....

Overview The Director, People & Engagement will lead the organization’s employee engagement and internal employee communications strategies, with a focus on creating a connected, informed, and inclusive employee experience. The individual in this role will develop and execute programs that strengthen culture, engagement, and belonging; lead the strategy and governance of Employee Resource Groups; partner with HR people leaders and Talent Team on inclusive practices and oversee internal employee communications.   Responsibilities Employee Engagement Develop and execute a comprehensive employee engagement strategy aligned with organizational goals. Design, implement, and evaluate engagement initiatives that improve employee experience and retention. Manage company-wide events, leadership forums, volunteer programs, and cultural celebrations. Champion initiatives that strengthen organizational culture and employee belonging. Identify...

Nashville SC Academy is seeking a highly organized, dependable, and service-oriented Academy Equipment Manager to support the daily equipment, apparel, training, and matchday needs of Academy teams and staff. This is a TEMPORARY position with a minimum of 8 weeks and maximum of 16 weeks. This role is responsible for maintaining a professional, clean, and efficient equipment operation across Academy training sessions, home matches, away travel, and special events. The Temporary Academy Equipment Manager will work closely with Academy leadership, coaches, athletic training staff, operations personnel, and players to ensure teams are properly equipped and prepared. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced soccer environment, comfortable with physical work outdoors, and available to work non-traditional hours, including evenings, weekends, and occasional travel. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Maintain accurate...

There has never been a more exciting time to join Chicago Fire FC. As one of Major League Soccer's original clubs, Chicago Fire FC is in the midst of an exciting era fueled by tremendous investment, ambition, and growth. With a new $100M state-of-the-art Endeavor Health Performance Center now open, new offices in Chicago's iconic Wrigley Building, and plans underway for a privately-funded $750M+ soccer-specific stadium set to open in 2028 in the heart of Chicago, the Club is building the future of soccer in one of the world's great sports cities. Chicago Fire FC is becoming a cultural force in Chicago by connecting communities, shaping experiences, and creating new ways for fans to engage with the game and the city. The Club's future home, McDonald’s Park, will anchor Chicago's newest neighborhood and serve as a catalyst of growth for the next chapter of professional sports and entertainment in the city. Joining Chicago Fire FC today means joining an...

WHO WE ARE  Awarded Major League Soccer’s 16th franchise in 2008, the Philadelphia Union officially took the pitch in 2010 and have been raising expectations ever since. Owned and operated by Union Sports & Entertainment, the Philadelphia Union call Subaru Park home—an 18,500-seat, world-class, soccer-specific stadium set along the Delaware River beneath the Commodore Barry Bridge, just 15 miles from downtown Philadelphia. On the field, the Union have established themselves as one of Major League Soccer’s most consistent and competitive clubs. The team reached the Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup Final three times (2014, 2015, and 2018), made multiple MLS Cup Playoff appearances, and captured the  Supporters’ Shield in 2020 and again in 2025 , recognizing the club’s excellence and consistency across the regular season. The Union also hosted the Eastern Conference Final in 2021, were crowned  Eastern Conference Champions in 2022 , and...

Company Information For more than 20 years, AEG has played a pivotal role in transforming sports and live entertainment. Annually, we host more than 160 million guests, promote more than 10,000 shows and present more than 22,000 events around the world. We are committed to innovation, artistry, and community, and leverage the power of our 300+ venues, leading sports franchises, marquee music brands, integrated entertainment districts, premier ticketing platform and global sponsorship activations, to create memorable moments that give the world reason to cheer. Our business is interwoven with the human mind and heart, and we strive to build a diverse and inclusive company that reflects the artists, athletes, and fans that we host; reach beyond traditional boundaries to support the communities in which we operate; and minimize our impact on the environment by adopting sustainable practices throughout our business operations. If you want to be challenged to up your game and make a...

Company Information For more than 20 years, AEG has played a pivotal role in transforming sports and live entertainment. Annually, we host more than 160 million guests, promote more than 10,000 shows and present more than 22,000 events around the world. We are committed to innovation, artistry, and community, and leverage the power of our 300+ venues, leading sports franchises, marquee music brands, integrated entertainment districts, premier ticketing platform and global sponsorship activations, to create memorable moments that give the world reason to cheer. Our business is interwoven with the human mind and heart, and we strive to build a diverse and inclusive company that reflects the artists, athletes, and fans that we host; reach beyond traditional boundaries to support the communities in which we operate; and minimize our impact on the environment by adopting sustainable practices throughout our business operations. If you want to be challenged to up your game and make a...

D.C. United is seeking a strategic, results-oriented  Senior Director of Ticket Sales and Service  to lead all ticketing revenue functions for the club, including new business, group sales, service & retention, and premium sales. This role is a key leadership position responsible for driving overall ticket revenue, developing high-performing teams, and executing innovative sales strategies across all product lines at Audi Field. Role Overview The Senior Director of Ticket Sales and Service oversees the full ticketing ecosystem for D.C. United, managing revenue generation across season memberships, group sales, and premium offerings. This individual will lead and develop a team of sales and service leaders while also playing an active role in high-level B2B sales, particularly in premium products such as suites and club seating. This role requires a strong blend of leadership, strategy, and hands-on sales execution. The ideal candidate is a proven sales...

POSITION OVERVIEW: Reporting to the SVP, Finance, the Sr. Manager, FP&A will play a crucial role in partnering closely with Accounting, Department Heads and Senior Leadership while leading the annual budget, periodic forecasting and cash flow management. This position requires a self-starter with attention to detail, financial acumen and a desire to work in a fast-paced environment.     KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Lead all aspects of the annual financial planning process, including the development of robust revenue, expense and cash forecast assumptions. Oversee the consolidated planning and forecasting cycles, providing scenario modeling and strategic input to support decision-making across the organization. Provide support in the consolidated monthly and quarterly close process by partnering with Accounting, ensuring timely, accurate variance analysis against budget, forecast, and prior periods. Continuously updating and managing cash flow model with...

Overview The Properties and Match Business Department oversees the development and delivery of all Soccer United Marketing (“SUM”) events in North America, as well as the management of SUM business relationships with some of the most meaningful soccer properties in the region. The portfolio of events includes the CONCACAF Gold Cup, the Mexican National Team U.S. Tour and other Major League Soccer and enterprise events. The organization has long-term business partnerships with Concacaf, Liga MX, and the Federacion Mexicana de Futbol (FMF).   The Senior Director, Match Business is responsible for managing the creation, planning, promotion, delivery, and overall match business operations including tournament planning/development, regional relationships, and venue contacts for all SUM events. This position is also a primary connection point between all other internal departments associated with SUM events.   Responsibilities...

Overview Major League Soccer is seeking a highly technical and hands-on Director, Applications and Data Security to support the security of the League’s digital products, enterprise applications, APIs, cloud services, data platforms, AI-enabled capabilities, and third-party technology integrations.   This role is responsible for helping ensure MLS systems are designed, built, integrated, and operated securely. The role will work closely with Digital Product, Engineering, Data, Enterprise Applications, and external partners to provide practical security guidance across application security, cloud security, data security, AI security, threat modeling, vulnerability management, and secure software development practices.   The ideal candidate is hands-on, technically credible, collaborative, and comfortable operating across both strategic and technical work. This person should be able to translate security risk into clear, actionable guidance...

Overview Major League Soccer is searching for a Senior Director, Talent Acquisition, to help us find the best talent to support our growth. The Senior Director will serve as a strategic talent acquisition partner to the league office, leading full-cycle recruiting efforts across a broad portfolio of business functions while helping to strengthen and evolve the organization’s talent acquisition strategy, processes, and candidate experience.   The candidate must be able to roll up their sleeves and thrive in an innovative, fast-paced environment, while successfully managing, prioritizing, and closing searches against a timeline. The ideal candidate brings deep expertise in corporate recruiting, exceptional stakeholder management skills, and a consultative approach to talent acquisition. This role requires someone who is equally comfortable executing searches, advising leaders, improving recruiting operations, and helping shape the future of talent...

Overview The Partner Solutions & Insights department is a centralized, foundational support team dedicated to enabling new business efforts, current partner retention, and identifying/development of property-specific commercial opportunities across Major League Soccer (MLS) and Soccer United Marketing (SUM). The group is seeking a Manager who has experience understanding and interpreting quantitative and qualitative data coupled with strong presentation-building skills. The Manager will play a leading role in the planning and production of sponsorship measurement reports as well as the creation of insights-based materials utilizing syndicated research and/or custom studies under the guidance of and in collaboration with department leads. Responsibilities Lead planning and production of sponsorship measurement reports, showcasing value and performance metrics delivered through MLS and SUM properties for commercial partners. Continue...

Overview The Vice President, Enterprise Partnership leads the strategy and management of the MLS enterprise’s longest standing and largest non-media partner - adidas. As the exclusive provider of on-field and sideline apparel for MLS Clubs, adidas has several partnership, marketing and brand initiatives integrated across multiple divisions, at the League office, our Clubs and all levels of the player development pathway.   In your role, you’ll serve to maximize the impact of the partnership across the enterprise, partnering with multiple functions to deliver against brand and revenue goals and create a culture of high performance, collaboration, and strong relationship management. You are a strategist, general manager, brand evangelist, and problem-solver, and your efforts will result in the successful execution of both MLS’ and adidas’ top strategic priorities and joint growth initiatives.   Responsibilities Build and maintain...