Player Administration Assistant in Preston - EFL (English Football League)

About The Role

Post Title: Player Administration Assistant
Contract Type: Permanent
Workplace: EFL House, Preston
Reporting to: Senior Player Administration Manager
Working Pattern: M-F, 35 hours

“The EFL is about two things – great football competitions and supporting communities 365 days a year”.

The EFL is looking for an enthusiastic and organised Player Administration Assistant to work within our Player Administration Team. The role will focus on assisting with collation and processing of data and liaising with Clubs with a specific focus on non-first team match sheets, trialists for category 3 & 4 academies and scholar work experience applications.

JOB PURPOSE

Working within the Player Administration Team, the successful candidate will be responsible for the collation and processing of data as required as well as applications for the registration of players on behalf of Clubs, and to provide general support to the Player Administration Department.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Undertake the administration of team sheet submissions by Clubs and Match Referees in respect of all non-first team matches in all EFL Competitions
Provide support, advice and guidance to internal and external stakeholders in relation to non-first team team sheets
Ensure the efficient processing of trialists forms on the Football Administration System (FAS) for category 3 & 4 academies
Respond to correspondence from Clubs, players and parents in relation to category 3 & 4 trialists
Undertaking the administration of all scholar work experience applications
Monitor and manage the Player Administration Team inbox, ensuring timely responses and follow-ups
Assist with the registration of scholars for Clubs in League 1 and League 2 when required but specifically during a transfer window
Provide assistance with the PRS monitor system and provide reports on any ineligible players
Provide assistance with the maintenance and development of systems currently utilised by the EFL and other relevant stakeholders, e.g. The Club portal system
Provide holistic administrative support to the Player Administration Team
Liaise with football clubs to ensure timely and complete submission of documentation
Provide administrative support for academy registrations during the transfer window and other times as and when required

About The Candidate

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR

KNOWLEDGE & UNDERSTANDING

An understanding of Data Protection and Confidentiality issues, particularly in relation to working with Young People

TECHNICAL SKILLS

A track record for meeting and exceeding goals within strict timeframes in a pressurised environment
Advanced knowledge of and working competency in Microsoft Office packages, especially Excel
Strong administrative and organisational skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to develop constructive working relationships both internally and externally
Strong analytical and logical thinking skills

ATTRIBUTES

The ability to create, manage and maintain relationships with key internal and external stakeholders
Proactive approach to day-to-day issues
Attention to detail when dealing with data and data reports
A proven ability to work under pressure to tight deadlines
Examples of self-motivation and the ability to work on your own initiative as well as part of a team
Adaptability and the ability to respond positively to change
Lead by example by contributing to promoting the principles of the EFL:

Everybody Working Together - We are one team supporting each other and collaborating on our shared goals
Fairness & Equality - Being consistent and inclusive for everyone - showing respect
Listening & Learning - Communicating with trust and honesty - growing as individuals and enabling others to do so too

About The Club

INTRODUCTION TO THE EFL

The English Football League (EFL) is the highest attended football league, and largest single body of professional clubs in Europe.

It is responsible for administering and regulating the Sky Bet EFL, Sky Bet Play-Offs, Carabao Cup and Vertu Trophy competitions, plus youth and reserve team football.

A vital part of sporting life, both in the UK and across the globe, the EFL operates some of the world’s most competitive, popular and successful football competitions, acting as part of the fabric of life for millions of fans and families.

EFL Clubs are truly embedded in the hearts of their 72 local communities, spanning the breadth and depth of England and Wales. Away from the match-day, Clubs and Club Community Organisations interact seven days a week, 365 days a year, making a positive contribution to the communities in which they serve.

FOOTBALL OPERATIONS

The Football Operations Department is responsible for all match day operations including aspects of the broadcast operations across EFL competitions.

This includes player registration, the 3 play off finals, EFL Cup and EFL Trophy, which involves liaising with PGMOL, Sky, ITV and Sponsors to ensure operational and commercial regulations are compliant.

The Player Admin Team is responsible for all Player related matters to ensure Clubs are following the regulations of the EFL and Youth Development Rules in respect of the registrations of Players. This ranges from checking and registering paperwork of all Players from U9s up to professionals, involvement in Player and Club related disputes as well the sending of domestic transfer payments to other EFL and Premier League Clubs.

OUR TEAM AT THE EFL

The EFL offers a unique opportunity to work with some of the biggest sporting competitions, clubs, commercial partnerships and media in the market. We look for the best people who approach their work with energy, excellence and commitment.

Our employees are crucial to our success and Equality, Diversity and Inclusion are fundamental elements of building our team. Each of us has an array of qualifications, skills and life experiences.

If you have any particular requirements in respect of the recruitment or interview process, please mention this in your application.

The EFL reserves the right to close this vacancy early should we receive enough applications.

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