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Head of Medical
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- 18 Jul 2026
Status- Full Time
Location- England
Closing date- 26 Jul 2026
The Role
This role gives you responsibility for the club’s medical standards, clinical governance and day-to-day medical leadership. You will make informed decisions on injury risk, treatment pathways and return-to-play progress, while ensuring that care remains aligned with the realities of professional football and the expectations of the wider football operation.
You will lead the medical team through screenings, assessments, treatment planning and rehabilitation support, with particular focus on complex, high-risk and recurring injuries. Just as importantly, you will help create a clear and well-organised working environment, with accurate records, effective communication and robust processes that support player care every day.
Working closely with the Sporting Director, Head Coach, Head of Performance, external specialists and interpreters where needed, you will keep key stakeholders aligned on player availability and recovery progress. You will also help develop the people around you, building confidence, capability and a culture where concerns can be raised early and handled constructively.
What You’ll Bring
⚽ A degree in Physiotherapy / Physical Therapy or an equivalent qualification, together with registration in good standing with a recognised professional body.
⚽ Experience leading medical or physiotherapy provision in elite football or another high-performance sporting environment.
⚽ Experience managing complex, recurring or high-risk injuries, including informed return-to-play decision making.
⚽ Experience working across multidisciplinary teams and building effective relationships with coaches, performance staff, external specialists and interpreters.
⚽Experience working within a global, multicultural organisation, building trusted relationships and collaborating effectively with colleagues and stakeholders across different countries, cultures and business functions.
Why Choose U
Working at Shenzhen Peng City Football Club means being part of an ambitious football environment that is part of City Football Group where high standards, collaboration and care for people matter every day. This is an opportunity to make a visible impact on player health, football performance and the development of a growing medical operation.
How to Apply
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