Academy Operations Lead When registering to this job board you will be redirected to the online application form. Please ensure that this is completed in full in order that your application can be reviewed. Kickstart your career Leicester City Football Club Women as an Academy Operations Lead! Contract Type: Permanent Hours Per Week: 37.5 Hours Do you have the drive and passion to make a real impact at LCFCW? About The Role & Who We’re Scouting We’re on the lookout for a passionate and skilled [Job Title] to join our team at LCFCW. As the Academy Operations Lead, you’ll play a key role in support the Head of Academy and Head of Operations to ensure the Academy environment is safe, appropriate and meets the needs of the players, staff and relevant criteria. Your responsibilities will include providing office management and administration support for the LCFC Women Academy and you'll be responsible for the efficient functioning of the Academy office through a range of administrative, clerical, financial and operational tasks. You’ll need to bring a practical, flexible and innovative approach to work to the table. If you're excited about making a difference and contributing to the Club’s success, this could be the perfect opportunity for you! The ideal candidate will have significant experience working within the football or related industry. You’ll need 2 years previous in-depth office management, administration, operational or secretarial experience and possess knowledge and understanding to Club and FA/FIFA policies/procedures and regulations relating to your role. We’re looking for someone who thrives in a dynamic and fast-paced environment. If you think your experience and skills match, and you’ve got the drive, energy, and skills to work in a fast-paced, high-performance environment, we want you on our team! About The Club Knowing some of the history of LCFCW helps you appreciate the sense of community, spirit and family for which the Club are renowned for. In May 2021, LCFC Women were promoted to the FA Women’s Super League. From its formation in 2004, the Club was run on an amateur and semi-professional basis with support from Leicester City Football Club. In August 2020, the Club turned professional after being acquired by King Power International – Leicester City’s parent company – and realigned as a core team in Leicester City’s football operation. Benefits Package Our people are the lifeblood of the Club, and we feel should be rewarded as such – we offer a competitive salary, pension scheme and life assurance for all permanent employees. You’ll enjoy free onsite parking, access to our subsidised staff restaurants and up to 33 days of annual leave (including bank holidays) amongst a host of other great employee benefits! One City. One Club. One Leicester. Leicester City Football Club believes that football is for all, and we are committed to Diversity and Inclusion, where valuing the individual is our highest priority. We are working to see equality across all areas of the Club and welcome applications from all areas of the community. If you have any requirements in regard to the recruitment process, please let us know; we are happy to support your needs. Next Steps We’ll be reviewing applications as and when they are submitted and invite shortlisted candidates for interviews, so don’t wait – if you think this role sounds like the right fit, apply today! We’re excited to hear from you and can’t wait to see how you’ll help us reach new heights