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Governance Business Partner & Deputy Company Secretary
Football Association of Ireland
The Football Association of Ireland is the governing body for association football in the Republic of Ireland.
Job Posted- 27 Oct 2026
Status- Full Time
- Permanent
Location- Ireland
Closing date- 30 Oct 2026
The Football Association of Ireland is looking for a Governance Business Partner & Deputy Company Secretary to play a key role in its governance and company secretarial function.
The Role
Reporting to the Company Secretary, and working closely with the Legal and Governance Director and the Legal and Governance Department, you will provide governance advice, business partnering and company secretarial support across the Association, deputising for the Company Secretary as required.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide governance and company secretarial support to the Board, Board Committees, General Assembly and Senior Leadership Team
- Advise on the FAI Constitution, committee governance, governance policies and decision-making authorities
- Maintain statutory registers, corporate records and Companies Registration Office filings
- Support the administration of the AGM, EGMs and General Assembly meetings
- Act as secretary and governance adviser to allocated Board Committees
- Support governance of disciplinary tribunals, arbitrations, integrity matters and regulatory investigations
About You
- A relevant third-level qualification in law, corporate governance, business or company secretarial practice
- A company secretarial or governance qualification, or significant relevant experience (Chartered Governance Institute UK & Ireland an advantage)
- Experience supporting Boards and committees, AGMs and EGMs, and preparing papers and minutes
- A sound understanding of Irish corporate governance and company law
- Experience handling confidential information and advising senior stakeholders
- Knowledge of the Sport Ireland Governance Code for Sport is highly desirable
Benefits
- Two premium-level tickets to each home international game
- Opportunities to work at international matches
- Company pension and life assurance
- Sick pay scheme and family-friendly leave
- Hybrid and flexible working arrangements
- Free onsite parking, bike to work scheme and employee assistance programme
- Discounted access to the National Aquatic Centre and gym complex
Key Details
- Location: FAI Headquarters, Abbotstown, Dublin 15
- Contract: Permanent, full time
- Occasional extended hours, including evenings and weekends, at peak times
- Closing date: 30 October 2026
How to Apply
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