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About the role
We’re looking for an experienced Engagement Manager to work with our Head of Supporter Services to lead in the delivery of the Club's Fan Engagement Plan, adhering to the Premier League Fan Engagement framework.
You will collaborate with key departments to drive fan engagement initiatives, promoting effective communication and engagement with fans in the right forums.
With line management responsibility, you will oversee fan initiatives, ensuring they align with agreed targets while assessing overall engagement effectiveness
You will also work closely with external peers across football to incorporate insights from other clubs, and devise strategies for match day and non-matchday activities based on fan trends.
It is vitally important that our supporters feel that their voices are heard and as such you will also collaborate with the Head of Supporter Services to deliver, manage, and implement actions for Fan Advisory Board meetings and working group sessions.
A key measure of success in this role will be an increase the Club’s score in the Premier League’s Matchday Fan Experience survey.
Your impact
You will have significant experience in a similar role, as well as significant leadership experience in a customer/supporter service and engagement role. With a high degree of integrity and person-centred approach you will have experience in handling sensitive matters discreetly and resolving them in a collaborative and engaging way.
Familiarity with the sports industry (particularly football), previous experience in a fan engagement role and a knowledge of fan behaviour and trends are highly desirable, as is a recognised qualification in Customer Engagement, Business Administration, Project Management, or equivalent.
About the team
Joining our Supporter Services team you will work closely with the Head of Supporter Services and manage, coach and lead our Fan Engagement and Events Coordinator.
Location
This role is based in Newcastle upon Tyne, with an expectation of working 3 days per week from the office. Please note, if you are not located in the Northeast and unable to relocate, we regret that we will not be able to progress your application.
Why choose us?
We’ve got a range of great benefits and rewards, from flexible ways of working, participation in our non-contractual employee bonus scheme, NUFC life assurance, free parking, discount at Shearers Bar and the Club Shop, Helping Hand – where you can access free GP appointments, Wellbeing Resources, Legal and Financial Support, pension contribution, free lunch and the best part, free tea and coffee. In addition, we run a salary sacrifice scheme which includes, tech, car, cycle to work and many more.
United As One
We’re committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and believe in equal opportunities for all. We recognise that the diversity of our people is one of our greatest strengths. We work together to reflect the communities we serve and to maintain an inclusive environment in which everyone can be their authentic self and is enabled to achieve their full potential.
Safeguarding
We’re committed to being a place where everyone is safe, heard, valued and able to thrive so we place high value on the safeguarding and welfare of everyone we engage with.
How to apply
For further information on this role and about the club and our values please visit our careers page.
Please apply as soon as possible as this vacancy may close early should we receive a high volume of suitable candidates.
Recruitment Agencies – please note that we do not accept unsolicited / speculative candidate details or applications. Any candidates supplied, unless formally requested, will be taken as a direct / free candidate.
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