Director Of Rugby And Operations British And Irish Lions

Rugby, Warwickshire, United Kingdom

Job Description


Six Figure Package

Location: Flexible

A unique and outstanding opportunity to work as a central figure with one of the most famous teams in sport and make a significant impact on the lead-in and success of one of the biggest world sporting events in 2025.

The Director of Rugby and Operations will be a key member of the Executive Team, reporting to the Chief Executive Officer and play a key role in driving the overall strategic direction of the organisation. Other core areas of focus will include:

  • Management of Tour and other agreements
  • Grow and manage effective stakeholder relationships with shareholders, clubs, Unions and international federations.
  • Tour party management including recruitment of all back room personnel, developing culture and communication strategies and security.
  • Logistics and operational planning.
  • Head Coach support.
The ideal candidate will have significant experience working within a similar role at a high-profile sporting organisation including extensive operational/tour management experience and working in a senior management position with direct relationships to athletes and coaches. In addition, the role requires a high performing team player with a passion for the Lions values and who relishes challenges, pursues excellence and aims to unite and inspire all.

For a full role overview and greater details of the ideal candidate sought please click .

Please note the role will initially be offered on a fixed term contract to October 2025.

To Apply

Please send a CV and details of remuneration expectations to:

lions@psdgroup.com

Closing date: Friday 15 September.

PSD Group

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Job Detail

  • Job Id
    JD2989520
  • Industry
    Not mentioned
  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Full Time
  • Salary:
    Not mentioned
  • Employment Status
    Permanent
  • Job Location
    Rugby, Warwickshire, United Kingdom
  • Education
    Not mentioned