20 leadership management jobs found

At Manchester United, we believe that excellence on the pitch starts with excellence off the pitch. Our team thrives in a high-performance environment, united by a shared passion for success. We aim to elevate the standard of performance through collaboration and continuous growth, creating a space where everyone can contribute their best to our common goals.     We work together at our iconic Manchester United offices, enabling connection and innovation as we look ahead to what we can achieve as a global football club. We are excited to bring in passionate people who share our vision and drive for success.          The Role:   The role of Assistant Head of Academy Football Development and Methodology is fundamental to supporting the long-term vision of Manchester United Football Club by helping to identify, develop and support the best coaches and young players for the Club. Working closely with the Head of Academy Football...

Hull City Football Club are looking to recruit a Head of Academy Medical, ensuring the highest standards of care, injury prevention, and rehabilitation for all Academy players. Position Type: Permanent, Full time Location: Hull City Academy, Bishop Burton College, HU17 8QG Salary/Pay: £45-55k (depending on experience) Your key responsibilities · Lead and manage the Academy Medical team, working closely with doctors, physios, and performance staff. · Oversee injury assessment, rehabilitation programmes, and return-to-play processes across the Academy. · Provide medical cover for training and match fixtures, including emergency aid (ATMMiF qualified). · Maintain accurate, confidential medical records in line with professional standards. · Coordinate external medical support and specialist referrals as required. · Deliver injury prevention protocols, pre-activation programmes,...

Who are we : Everton Football Club is one of world sport's most respected and revered names - a by-word for innovation, professionalism and community.    During the course of a glittering history spanning three centuries, we have been shaped and guided by our aspirational motto  Nil Satis Nisi Optimum  - nothing but the best is good enough.    One of only three clubs to have been a founder member of both the Football League and Premier League, our Men’s Senior Team has played more games in English football's top-flight than any other, winning nine league titles, five FA Cups and a European Cup Winners’ Cup.         In summer 2025, we embarked on an exciting new journey at Hill Dickinson Stadium, a world-class waterfront arena on the banks of Liverpool’s iconic River Mersey. The newest, most sustainable and most accessible stadium in the Premier League, our new home is also a state-of-the-art...

Description Job Title:  Player Care Lead – Women’s Academy Location:  Cobham Training Ground Contract Type : Permanent, Full-Time   Closing date:  5th August 2026 We encourage you to apply as soon as possible. In the event that we receive a large number of applications, the position may be filled before the listed closing date. To avoid missing out, please submit your application at your earliest convenience. Make a Lasting Impact On and Off the Pitch We're seeking a passionate and dedicated Women's Academy Player Care Lead to support the holistic development of our young players. In this pivotal role, you'll lead the Academy's Football Education Programme, helping players balance their football ambitions with education, personal growth and life skills. Working closely with players, families and staff, you'll ensure every player is supported throughout their Academy journey and prepared for success both within and...

Burton Albion Football Club is seeking an ambitious and experienced Academy Senior Lead Physiotherapist to take ownership of medical and sports science provision across our Academy from U9 to U18. Based at the Pirelli Stadium and training grounds in Burton-on-Trent, this is a high-impact role at the heart of player development within a professional football environment. You will lead and inspire a multidisciplinary medical team, delivering first-class assessment, treatment and rehabilitation programs while working closely with coaches and performance staff to maximize player availability and wellbeing. This is a hands-on position that offers the opportunity to work pitch side with the U18 squad and play a key role in shaping the next generation of talent.   ABOUT THE CLUB Code of Conduct The Club expects the highest standards of integrity and conduct in all matters concerning the Club and its employees.  The Code of Conduct (along with the Staff ...

Purpose of Role To be responsible for the strategic and day -to-day leadership of coaching, player development and coach support across the Youth Development Phase (U13 -U16). The role combines hands -on coaching with phase -wide leadership, ensuring a consistent, high - quality and age appropriate programme that aligns with the club’s playing philosophy and long -term player development plan.   ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES Coaching • Plan, deliver and evaluate high-quality training sessions that align with the Academy’s game principles and player development philosophy to age groups across the YDP. • Act as the lead coach for a designated YDP age group, taking responsibility for matchday coaching, team selection and in-game management. • Ensure coaches within the YDP are delivering sessions that align with the Academy’s game principles and player development philosophy. • Ensure all coaching content reflects current best...

An exciting opportunity has arisen at Stoke City Football Club of the English Football League, for a part time Lead Academy Age Group Coach to support its football operations at it Category One status Academy at the Clayton Wood Training Ground and various development centre locations. Reporting to the Head of Academy Coaching, the Lead Academy Age Group Coach will play a crucial role in supporting and developing young players. You will work alongside the academy team to plan and deliver a weekly programme aimed at enhancing player performance and working towards player development plans. The ideal candidate will be responsible for delivering coaching sessions to Academy players, demonstrating a commitment to helping future talents reach their highest potential. Main Responsibilities Planning, delivering and evaluating all coaching activities. Reviewing and recommending changes to the coaching curriculum. Providing reports to the Head of Academy Coaching....

R O L E  O V E R V I E W An exciting opportunity has arisen at Millwall Football Club of the English Football League for a part time U15s Head Coach to lead the delivery of technical content for its Academy U15s players at our training ground facility in Eltham. The primary focus of the Head Coach will be to lead the delivery of the How We Play, Coach and Support strategies of Millwall Football Academy for the U15s age group, driving player development and taking ownership of the plan-do-review process across the U15s training and matchday programme. The Head Coach will plan and deliver high quality training and matchday programmes to develop all U15s players, lead on individual development plans and the academy review process, and support and mentor the wider U15s coaching team. The successful candidate will play a leading role in developing all YDP players within the phase in connection with the lead phase coach, and will build and maintain strong relationships with...

Salary:  Please state your expectations within your application Contract:  Part Time, 22.5 hours a week Location:  The City Ground, Nottingham, NG2 5FJ And The Nigel Doughty Academy, Nottingham, NG2 7SR Department:  Girls Academy Reporting to:  Girls Academy Manager Closing Date For Applications:  30th July 2026 About the Role: Lead, design and quality-assure the Academy Education Programme across the PGA, ensuring every player receives a personalised, high-quality academic support offer, developed in partnership with the player and their parents/carers, and aligned effectively with the football programme. The Perks of the Job: Opportunity to access tickets for events at The City Ground. Employee Assistance Programme. Access to high street and gym discounts. Discount within our Club shop. Free on-site parking. Key Tasks and Responsibilities:...

Contract Type: Permanent  Hours: 37.5 hours per week Closing date for applications: 28 July 2026 We’re looking for a Head of Academy Recruitment to join our Category 1 Academy at Ipswich Town Football Club. They will identify & recruit the most talented young players for the Club. This involves the implementation of identification, recruitment and scouting strategies for the Academy across the Player Performance Pathway of the Elite Player Performance Plan (EPPP).

POSITION SUMMARY: Pinewood School is seeking a Director of Soccer to lead, support, and manage all phases of the girls and boys soccer programs (grades 6-12) from September through April for the 2026-2027 academic year. The Director of Soccer will collaborate with athletic directors and coaches to help improve the overall boys and girls soccer program experience. Ideal candidates should have extensive coaching experience at a competitive club, high school level or beyond and have connections in the local soccer community. This role will report to the Athletic Directors.  RESPONSIBILITIES:    Oversee six competitive soccer teams: Girls Soccer (grades 6-8, grades 9-12) and Boys Soccer (grades 6-8, grades 9-12) Manage the administration of the girls and boys soccer program for grades 6-12. On-campus and some remote work from September - April. In-person and on the soccer field with teams for training and games from mid-October - early March...

JOB SUMMARY Established in 1999, Pittsburgh Riverhounds SC is Pennsylvania’s oldest professional soccer team and one of the longest-operating pro soccer teams in the United States. The team plays its home games at FNB Stadium, which opened in 2013 as a team-owned, soccer-specific stadium in Pittsburgh’s South Shore neighborhood. The team is an original member of the USL Championship, which began play in 2011 and has grown to become the world’s largest second-division pro soccer league. The Riverhounds Development Academy (RDA) serves more than 3,500 players across three locations and is supported by the club’s state-of-the-art training facility, which boasts an indoor field and two outdoor fields for year-round development. Together, these programs provide a clear pathway from youth soccer to professional opportunities. The Riverhounds Development Academy is seeking a visionary, high-capacity Academy Executive Director to lead every aspect of the...

      Job Title:   Academy Lead Performance Coach Department:  Colorado Rapids Business Unit:  Rapids Location:  Commerce City, CO Reports To:  Head of Performance Employment Type:  Full Time – Salaried– Exempt Supervisor Position:  Yes Posting End Date:  07/31/2026 _____________________________________________________________________________________   Kroenke Sports & Entertainment (KSE) is an American Sports and Entertainment holding company based in Denver, Colorado. KSE is committed to providing world class sports and entertainment for both live and broadcast audiences. We are the employer of choice as the owner and operator of Ball Arena, DICK’S Sporting Goods Park, the Paramount Theatre, 1STBANK Center, Denver Nuggets (NBA), the Colorado Avalanche (NHL), Colorado Mammoth (NLL), Colorado Rapids...

      Job Title:  Rapids Academy Lead Player Development Athletic Trainer Department:  Colorado Rapids Academy Business Unit : Rapids Location:  Denver, Colorado Reports To:  Academy Technical Director Employment Type:  Full Time, Salaried – Exempt Supervisor Position:  Yes Posting end Date : 07/31/2026...

Austin FC joined Major League Soccer (MLS) as the League’s 27th club in January 2019.  Austin FC officially began competing in MLS in April 2021, and in the 2025 season qualified for the MLS Cup Playoffs while also reaching and hosting the final of the U.S. Open Cup. Austin FC plays its home matches at Q2 Stadium, a 100% privately financed, state-of-the-art stadium which earned certification as a zero-waste venue in 2024. Austin FC sold out all 88 MLS home matches it played at Q2 Stadium during its first five season in the league, including three home MLS Cup Playoff matches.  Austin FC also operates Austin FC, II, a professional-level development team competing in MLS NEXT Pro which won the league title during its inaugural season in 2023.  In addition, Austin FC operates Austin FC Academy which is the fully funded developmental academy representing the highest level of competition for elite youth soccer players in Central Texas, while serving as the...

Be part of our journey... Location: Staplewood Campus Hours: Full Time Contract Type: Permanent Criminal Record Check: DBS Enhanced with Childs Barred List   What is the role? We are seeking an Academy Manager & U21s Head Coach within the Girls and Women's programme to lead the strategic direction, operational delivery and performance environment of the Girls’ Academy while directly coaching the U21 squad, creating a clear player pathway that supports individual development and progression towards first-team football.   What will you be doing? You will provide strategic leadership for the Girls' Academy, ensuring its vision, culture and daily operations align with the club's football philosophy and long-term objectives. The role will lead the Academy's player development programme, creating a clear pathway from the U21 squad to the First Team while delivering high-quality coaching and managing all U21 training sessions and...

Job description To lead, coach and support the development of the U18s team, fostering a positive and inclusive learning environment. The coach will be responsible for delivering coaching sessions that align with the club’s philosophy, and long-term player development plan. Job requirements Essential and Desirable   The U18s Lead Pathway Coach (Women) must:  • Have their UEFA B Licence (or currently working towards).  • Have their FA Introduction to First Aid in Football certificate (valid and in date).  • Have their FA Safeguarding Certificate (valid and in date).  • Have excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with  players, parents/carers, colleagues and key stakeholders.  • Demonstrate understanding of player-centred coaching and long-term player development.  • Have experience delivering individual player development...

Department: Football Division – Boys Academy Performance Psychology Team   Hours of Work: Full-Time, 35 hours per week (flexible working hours including evenings, weekends and matchdays)   Contract Type: Permanent                   Salary: Attractive renumeration package dependent on experience   Location: Bodymoor Heath Training Ground     The Department Our Boys Academy Department is proud to have achieved the prestigious Category One Academy status which reflects our commitment to delivering excellence across all areas of youth football including coaching, education, training, and facilities.   To continue to deliver our ambitious plans for nurturing, encouraging and developing talent at this level, we have an exciting opportunity for a self-motivated and proactive Psychologist to join our Boys...

Who are we : Everton Football Club is one of world sport's most respected and revered names - a by-word for innovation, professionalism and community.    During the course of a glittering history spanning three centuries, we have been shaped and guided by our aspirational motto  Nil Satis Nisi Optimum  - nothing but the best is good enough.    One of only three clubs to have been a founder member of both the Football League and Premier League, our Men’s Senior Team has played more games in English football's top-flight than any other, winning nine league titles, five FA Cups and a European Cup Winners’ Cup.         In summer 2025, we embarked on an exciting new journey at Hill Dickinson Stadium, a world-class waterfront arena on the banks of Liverpool’s iconic River Mersey. The newest, most sustainable and most accessible stadium in the Premier League, our new home is also a state-of-the-art...

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 ,...