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Head of Football & Stadium Administration
Hamilton Academical Football Club
Hamilton Academical Football Club, often known as Hamilton Accies, is a Scottish football club from Hamilton, South Lanarkshire who currently compete in the Scottish Championship.
Job Posted- 5 Jan 2025
Status- Full Time
Location- Scotland
Closing date- 20 Jan 2025
About Us:
Hamilton Academical Football Club is an established football club with a rich 150 year history and a passionate core fanbase. We are committed to excellence both on and off the pitch. Our goal is to foster a collaborative environment that nurtures talent and promotes the love for the beautiful game.
Job Title: Head of Football & Stadium Administration
Location: New Douglas Park, Hamilton, Scotland
Employer: Hamilton Academical Football Club
Position Type: Full-time
Reports To: Club's Sporting Director
Job Description:
We are seeking an experienced and dynamic individual to join our team as the Head of Football & Stadium Administration. This pivotal role requires a dedicated professional with a strong understanding of the football industry, particularly within the context of Scottish football. The successful candidate will play a key role in the operational and administrative functions of the club, ensuring efficient management of football operations and stadium activities.
Key Responsibilities:
- Oversee the day-to-day football operations, ensuring all activities align with the club’s strategic goals.
- Act as the primary liaison between the sporting director, coaching staff, players, and other stakeholders.
- Manage all stadium-related activities, including match day operations, facility management, and ensuring an exceptional fan experience.
- Implement and maintain compliance with football regulations and best practices.
- Organize and attend monthly board meetings to provide updates and strategic insights on football operations and stadium activities.
- Monitor and manage the club’s use of the SFA's Comet System for player registrations, fixture management, and other relevant functions.
- Coordinate football administration tasks, ensuring timely submission of essential documentation to football authorities.
- Collaborate with marketing, finance, and operational teams to align football activities with club objectives.
- Lead and develop the football and stadium staff, fostering a culture of excellence and continuous improvement.
Qualifications:
- Extensive experience within the football industry, with a comprehensive understanding of its operations.
- Prior experience, and preferably expertise, with the SFA’s Comet System, the former SFA Extranet & possibly the FIFA TMS system (preferable but not necessary)
- Strong leadership abilities with excellent organizational and communication skills.
- Ability to work under pressure and handle multiple tasks effectively.
- Familiarity with the rules and regulations of Scottish football.
- Proven ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and influence stakeholders at all levels.
- Flexible to work irregular hours, including evenings and weekends as required by match schedules as well as travel with club to all fixtures on Matchdays
Benefits:
- Competitive salary and benefits package
- Opportunity to work with a passionate and committed team
- Career development opportunities
- Access to club facilities
- Pension
How to Apply:
Interested candidates should click 'Apply Now' to email their CV and a cover letter detailing their experience and qualifications to Sporting Director, Gerry Strain by 20th January 2025
Hamilton Academical Football Club encourages applications from all sectors of the community and is committed to equality of opportunity.