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Stadium Events Coordinator
England Rugby
The Rugby Football Union is the national governing body for grassroots and elite rugby in England. Its purpose is to encourage rugby, and its values, to flourish across England.
Job Posted- 12 Jun 2026
Status- Contract - Fixed Term
Location- England
Closing date- 24 Jun 2026
The Role:
The Stadium Events Coordinator is responsible for supporting the Stadium Events Team by assisting with the planning, operation and administration for all match days of the Nations Championship 2026 at Allianz Stadium.
The Team:
This role forms part of the Stadium Events Team delivering all operational aspects of major events within Allianz Stadium.
Some key responsibilities include:
- Assist the Stadium Events Team with managing access requests and parking for match day, as well as build and de-rig periods, for all relevant suppliers, contractors and commercial partners.
- Assist the Stadium Events Team with all administration of the West Fan Village build and de-rig.
- Coordinate and oversee matchday accreditation requirements for West Fan Village activations and the relevant sports presentation agency for the event.
- Train internal and external stakeholders on how to use the accreditation portal and support them through the process from registration to distribution for specific stakeholders.
- Build, develop and maintain positive relationships with client group leaders, partners and stakeholders.
- Assist the Stadium Events Team with financial administration, including raising Purchase Order numbers for events.
- Actively collaborate with colleagues to contribute to the development and delivery of the current strategic, business and operational plans.
- Act as an ambassador for, and promote the best interests of the RFU, including the promotion of our culture and core values – This Rose Means Everyone: Put The Team First, Shape The Future, Respect Each Other.
- Undertake other duties as may be required from time to time as are consistent with the responsibilities of the post and the needs of the organisation.
Qualifications, Skills & Experience:
The skills and attributes outlined in this description are not exhaustive and we welcome candidates who can bring different relevant experiences to the role.
Essential:
- Ability to demonstrate a thorough, organised, effective and efficient approach to work.
- Ability to work proactively independently, as well as within a team.
- Extensive knowledge and use of Microsoft Office suite of programmes and Smartsheet.
- A collaborative team player, who builds strong relationships with colleagues and a diverse range of stakeholders.
- Committed to embodying the ethos our culture by using our three core values – Put The Team First, Shape The Future, Respect Each Other – to guide your day-to-day decisions, actions and interactions.
- Committed to actively contributing and building an inclusive culture in your role and day to day behaviours.
Desirable:
- Experience of working in an event or sporting environment.
- Experience of accreditation systems.
- Prepared to take accountability and to make decisions.
- Good influencer and communicator.
- Demonstrates an ability to deliver excellent results.
Additional Information:
- We want you to have every opportunity to demonstrate your skills, ability and potential. If there is anything we could do to support you through your application or to provide the best environment for your interviews, including assistance or adjustment, please reach out to recruitment.
- During your application, we will ask questions about your identity. This information is considered highly confidential and will not be seen by hiring managers. You can find out more about why we ask these questions here.
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