Recruitment Roundup: England Rugby, Puma, Diageo

RIGHTSHOLDERS

England Rugby – Head of Data and Insight

We are looking for a Head of Data and Insight to join our Strategy, Data and Insights team to develop and lead the RFU’s data and insights strategy, ensuring that data-driven decision-making is at the core of our organisation. This role is responsible for defining how we collect, analyse, and interpret data across the RFU, providing insights that drive participation improvement, fan engagement, and commercial growth. You will work closely with key stakeholders, across the RFU and externally (including but not limited to volunteers, commercial and other partners and agencies), to translate data into actionable strategies that enhance the growth of the game.

Nottingham Forest – Senior Social Media Manager

As Senior Social Media Manager you will be responsible for the overall delivery of highly engaging, on-trend content across all Nottingham Forest, Nottingham Forest Academy and Nottingham Forest Women’s social media accounts. Reporting to the Marketing Director, this role is key in redefining and optimising the club’s organic presence across all major social platforms, making recommendations on best practice to enhance fan engagement and to help establish new content partnerships to drive new revenue through content.

Clipper Ventures – Partnerships Manager

The Clipper Race is looking for a Partnerships Manager to be responsible for growing and managing the Clipper Race partnership portfolio; that includes Team, Host Cities, Fleet and Supplier Partners. They’ll be a core part of the department that is also responsible for the Host City partnerships that deliver our Stopovers.

DP World Tour – Competitions Administration Executive

Reporting to the Head of Competitions Administration (HOCA), the Competitions Administration Executive will play a crucial role in delivering a professional, expert, and consistent service to our members and managers. This role focuses on managing all membership and entry-related matters for approximately 900 European Tour Group members across three tours. The position requires expert knowledge and related extensive communication with members, their managers, tournament promoters, and staff. Given the European Tour Group operates seven days a week, the role will require some weekend work, typically one weekend in four.

Birmingham City FC – Senior Partnerships Manager, Activations

You will oversee the activation and management of the club’s partnerships, ensuring that every sponsor’s needs are met and their expectations exceeded. Working closely with our commercial team, you will deliver innovative sponsorship activations, manage contract and budgetary elements, and maintain strong relationships with local, national, and international brands. You will be part of a passionate team driving commercial growth while aligning with the club’s long-term strategic vision.

Marylebone Cricket Club – Group Sales Executive

A unique and exciting opportunity has arisen within our Premium Seating Department for a Group Sales Executive. The successful candidate will support the Head of Premium Seating and the wider Premium Seating and Marketing Departments, as well as Club Services, with group and Premium Seating sales across all fixtures at Lord’s. Particular focus will be given to Vitality Blast and international women’s fixtures, in support of a wider Club objective of driving further sales and increasing attendance at these fixtures.

Charlton Athletic Football Club – Head of Football Administration

We are currently recruiting for a Head of Football Administration to lead the growth and development of the club’s administration function. This is a vital role where you will be responsible for leading and developing the administration department and have overall responsibility for a team that covers the men’s, women’s and academy teams. We are looking for someone with extensive administration experience in a club or association with a strong understanding of EFL and FA regulations and a track record of running administration departments.

The R&A – Broadcast Operations & Product Manager

To be responsible for the planning, activation and management of the short to medium term activities across the broadcast portfolio, which includes multiple annual live productions that drives organisational performance. Effectively partner with key internal departments on the delivery of productions whilst influencing external broadcast partners to ensure they meet their objectives, whilst effectively mitigating risk to reach revenue and reputation.

The Football Association – Senior Licensing and eCommerce Manager

The FA are excited to be searching for a Senior Licensing and eCommerce Manager to join our Commercial division. The successful candidate will be responsible for the FA’s Licensing and eCommerce business. You will be the lead relationships holder and hold overall accountability for the FA’s Licensing and ecommerce partners.

Formula E – Senior Premium Experience Manager

As an integral part of the broader Premium Experience & Commercial Events Team within the Commercial function, this role is dedicated to driving the overall success of Formula E’s Premium Experiences, encompassing EMOTION CLUB, Race Suites, Electric Lounge, and Commercial Events. From conceptualisation to execution, you will lead the development and management of premium experiences across various international markets.

Professional Squash Association – Digital Product Coordinator

To support the digital product team with research and reporting on the PSA digital properties, and to manage and marketing the live stream operation of SQUASHTV events.

Ultimate Fighting Championship – International Business Development Coordinator

The Global Partnership Coordinator, International supports the Global Partnerships sales team by continuously developing and refining internal partnership sales processes and workflow. This position will also assist the broader sales team through their researching and prospecting of new sponsorship brands and opportunities around the world.

BRANDS

Converse – Senior Strategic Partner Representative

The role of a Senior, Strategic Partner Representative WE – Converse is a critical role as we are accelerating our focus towards our strategic partners. We are looking for a highly motivated individual to join our team as Senior Strategic Partner Representative WE with strong account management experience and knowledge of the UK marketplace.

Diageo – GB Sponsorship and Experience Executive

An exciting opportunity has opened for a dedicated Sponsorship & Brand Experience Executive to join the growing GB team! The role is responsible for working with the wider Sponsorship and Brand Experience team to support in the delivery and measurement of a range of exciting experiential and sponsorship plans.

PUMA Group – Director Marketing UK&I

We’re on the hunt for a trailblazing Marketing Director to join our Senior Leadership Team. In this exciting role you’ll team up with local and group Marketing Teams to supercharge our brand in the UK&I, all while championing PUMA’s mission. This role is all about pushing the brand’s creative boundaries, building strong connections with consumers, and accelerating our market impact. You’ll be the driving force behind innovative strategies that will shape the future of our brand.

Gymshark – Creator Programme Executive

This role exists to maintain and improve our International Influencer Programme in conjunction with the Athlete Marketing team, you will play a crucial part of building our talent funnel. This role is responsible for reporting on learnings and key takeaways in order to better support the larger Brand vision.

Social Media Manager UK – Fanatics Collectibles

Fanatics Collectibles is looking for a Social Media Manager to be responsible for the management & posting of content daily across Topps’ social media channels (inclusive of TikTok, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, YouTube, LinkedIn and Twitch) as well as identify new and emerging platforms in which to participate in the UK. This role will also lead all marketing and PR activities across social media.

MEDIA

BBC – Senior Editor, Football

BBC Sport is now looking for a Senior News Editor to join the commissioning team responsible for bringing audiences the key stories and talking points in football. You will deliver high impact story-telling across all BBC outlets, working closely with platform specialists in BBC Sport and colleagues across the corporation.

OTHER

Feldspar – Chief of Staff

We are seeking a Chief of Staff to join our executive team in London and help connect the dots in our fast-growing company. This high-profile role will require you to lead strategic initiatives, streamlining internal processes, and manage key programmes that drive productivity and growth. Drawing on your exceptional leadership skills, you will effectively communicate company objectives across all levels, ensuring the team stays on track to push boundaries of sports innovation.

UK Anti-Doping – Head of Case Management

We’re looking to recruit a Head of Case Management, joining the Legal Directorate to play an active role in leading and managing the Case Management team, ensuring all Anti-Doping Rule violation (ADRV) matters are progressed expeditiously and effectively in line with relevant rules.