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Senior Event Manager
England and Wales Cricket Board (The ECB)
The England and Wales Cricket Board is the national governing body for all cricket in England and Wales, supporting the game at every level - from grassroots to professional.
Job Posted- 3 Mar 2026
Status- Full Time
Location- England
Closing date- 10 Mar 2026
It’s an incredibly exciting year to work in cricket and this Senior Event Manager role will offer the individual the opportunity to work within the Events Team who are at the forefront of cricket delivery in England and Wales. The role will support the operational planning for Men's International Cricket and deliver across a number of formats including men’s and women’s international cricket, televised domestic cricket, the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 and The Hundred helping to create a world-class experience for media, players, and fans across all our venues.
The successful candidate will require strong planning skills and a good eye for detail, with the ability to build relationships problem solve and manage individuals within the team. They will be required to work closely with a range of internal and external stakeholders to deliver the highest possible standards in venue collaboration and operations.
The ECB is a fun and energising place to work and the Events department is lively and full of talent. Joining the team behind the delivery of the ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2026, Core International Men’s and Women’s Cricket and The Hundred is a chance to be part of a landmark year. This is your opportunity to collaborate with passionate individuals, deliver an exceptional sporting experience for players and fans, and leave a lasting impact on the future of cricket in this country.
WHO WE ARE
The England and Wales Cricket Board is the national governing body for all cricket in England and Wales, supporting the game at every level – from grassroots to professional.
We believe cricket is a force for good that can have an enduring impact on everyone’s lives and we have an ambitious strategy to inspire a generation to say ‘cricket is a game for me’. It provides great entertainment. It teaches important skills, both physical and social. It can help inclusion and social cohesion, bringing communities together.
The ECB welcomes applications from all backgrounds to ensure we deliver our Inspiring Generations strategy and fulfil our purpose to connect communities and improve lives through cricket.
OUR VALUES
- Run on respect. We ensure our game is based on fairness, respect and decency.
- Embrace enjoyment. We make sure everyone finds fun in the game.
- Build belonging. We actively include so everyone can find a place in the game.
- Progress with purpose. We stay open to change to keep the game moving forward.
YOU’LL LOVE THIS JOB IF
- You have a passion for world class sports events delivery
- You have excellent organisational and project management skills
- You are a clear communicator that establishes strong professional relationships with stakeholders, both internal and external, and seeks to resolve rising issues in line with wider objectives
- You have a strong team ethic and can collaborate positively with multiple stakeholders.
- You enjoy working in a fast-paced environment across multiple sites.
- You enjoy planning and implementing operational plans and have a strong eye for detail whilst remaining calm under pressure.
YOU’LL BE DOING
- Coordinate and deliver operational plans for multiple stakeholders and departments, ensuring a professional and high-performance environment is delivered across all touchpoints for major match cricket.
- Plan and deliver different formats of cricket across several venues as venue & match manager.
- Work in collaboration with other departments across ECB to ensure that fan experience (in stadia and broadcast) and player experience is maximised across your venues.
- Develop and maintain strong working relationships with your venues, ECB departments, International and domestic teams, suppliers, stakeholders and service providers.
- Act as a primary point of contact for day-to-day operational delivery with key partners and venues.
- Contribute to the identification and monitoring of risks across operational areas including supporting compliance with health and safety regulations, policies, and operational procedures.
- Manage a small team, lead by example with good, supportive management skills.
- Run post-match debriefs with your operational area and with your venues, gathering lessons learned and identifying improvements for future events.
- The role will involve long hours and working weekends
- Please note that this role is office based and requires you to be in the office a minimum of three days per week.
YOU’LL HAVE
- The right to work in the UK
- Experience leading the planning and operational delivery of major events and matches in sport.
- A comprehensive understanding of venue management and operational implementation
- Proven ability to coordinate multiple workstreams, deliver under pressure, problem solve and meet tight deadlines.
- Strong planning, coordination, and administrative skills with good attention to detail. As well as the ability to prepare complex documents, lead large meetings, present and communicate to a wide stakeholder network.
- Excellent communication, negotiation and conflict resolution skills alongside an ability to build strong relationships.
- Knowledge of or passion for cricket
- Knowledge of compliance, health & safety, and risk protocols in live event environments.
- A proven ability to work with efficiency, flexibility, and good humour; understanding the ever-changing events environment which will include unsociable hours.
- Core management skills, including empathathetic, good listener, inclusive values and supportive nature.
YOU’LL RECEIVE
- Competitive salary
- Holiday - 25 days a year
- Volunteering – 2 days a year
- Pension Scheme
- Private medical insurance
- Employee health cash-back plan
- Long-term sickness insurance
- Life assurance - a multiple of your annual basic salary
- Enhanced family leave and pay
- OpenBlend - an innovative coaching and performance management tool
- Learning and Development - a range of programmes and initiatives to help you develop and reach your potential
- Employee Assistance Programme - 24/7 confidential access to expert services including counselling, wellbeing, and independent legal and financial advice
- Cycle 2 Work Scheme
- Season ticket loan
- Preferential access to tickets to England games
- Opportunities to be a part of and be involved in our Employee Resource groups: Women in Cricket Employee Network, Race in Cricket Employee Network, Social Equality in Cricket Employee Network, Cricketability Employee Network (formerly called the Disability in Cricket Employee Network) and LGBTQ+ Community in Cricket Employee Network
Please note that this role is office based and requires you to be in the office a minimum of three days per week.
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