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Football Communications Executive
Manchester City
City Football Group (CFG) is the holding company established to oversee the creation and administration of a network of linked clubs and other footballing operations under the aegis of Manchester City.
Job Posted- 2 Mar 2026
Status- Full Time
Location- England
Closing date- 13 Mar 2026
The Football Communications Executive will assist with the management of the Club’s external communications functions, particularly on football operations.
Your Impact
- Assist in the management of all communications regarding football operations - match day media, press conferences and media appearances.
- Support in facilitating media interviews in accordance with the Club’s commitments with broadcasters/governing bodies, and when appropriate you will promote the Club and service external media needs.
- Be responsible for all media accreditation duties at the Club.
- Facilitate filming and media requests at City Football Academy to include MCFC and MCWFC First Team, Elite Development Squad, Academy and commercial.
- Attend MCWFC first team matches as well as some MCFC and Academy fixtures where required.
- Provide support and briefings to players, coaches, and staff on Club activities.
- Support on the announcement of player signings across the Club and wider City Football Group.
- Build relationships with external media and filter media enquiries among the wider team.
What we are looking for
- Communications related degree or equivalent
- Knowledge and awareness of the UK sports media scene.
- Communications experience - writing and producing collateral, working on communications campaigns, managing events and handling the media
- Possess strong communication skills that are clear, engaging and appropriate, mindful of tone and always aligned to the Club’s brand guidelines.
- Strong interpersonal and networking skills, to create and maintain effective working relationships.
- Highest level of integrity and discretion.
- Full UK driving licence (desirable)
This Is Your City
As part of our team, you will be entitled to 26 days annual leave plus an additional day off for your birthday, private healthcare and dental cover, an annual discretionary bonus, plus a range of partnership and lifestyle discounts.
Equal Opportunities
City Football Group promotes equal opportunities in employment and we positively welcome applications from all candidates regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation.
We will screen all applicants and select candidates whose skills and experience seem to meet our needs. We will carefully consider your application during the initial screening and will contact you only if you are selected for an interview.
Employment is subject to the provision of proof of eligibility to work in the UK.
Due to our safeguarding promise, all UK based CFG roles will be subject to a DBS check upon commencing employment with us. This will be either a basic, standard or enhanced check depending on the job role and responsibilities.
How to Apply
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