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National Academy Manager - Women
Scottish Rugby
Scottish Rugby is the governing body for rugby union in Scotland. Based at BT Murrayfield Stadium in Edinburgh, we administer Scotland's international rugby teams, and Scotland's two professional clubs, Edinburgh Rugby and Glasgow Warriors.
Job Posted- 20 Apr 2026
Status- Full Time
Location- Scotland
Closing date- 25 Apr 2026
As National Academy - Women, you'll lead the future of women’s rugby by shaping the Women’s National Academy Programme and accelerating the development of Scotland’s next generation of elite talent
What you will be doing:
- Lead and deliver the Women’s National Academy Programme, creating a high‑performance environment for 18–23-year-old players.
- Oversee talent identification, selection, and individual development planning to support progression through the national pathway.
- Take on a senior coaching role within national age‑grade teams to strengthen the elite talent pipeline.
- Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams and pathway stakeholders to ensure alignment and effective player transitions.
What we’re looking for:
- Proven experience coaching at national age‑grade or professional level and leading player development programmes within a high‑performance environment.
- Strong programme leadership skills, including planning, organisation, budget management, and coordination of multidisciplinary teams.
- Excellent communication, collaboration, and stakeholder management abilities across clubs, universities, and performance partners.
- Strong problem‑solving, critical thinking, and judgement, with a clear commitment to athlete welfare and safeguarding.
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