Premier League Stadium Fund Technical Executive

The Premier League Stadium Fund (PLSF) provides grants to improve stadium facilities for players, supporters, and officials. It supports over 1,000 clubs, including those in Steps 1 to 6 of the National League System, Tiers 1 to 4 of the Women’s Football Pyramid, and clubs promoted to the English Football League (EFL).

Whilst the Technical Executive will be responsible for the successful delivery of the Premier League Stadium Fund, they will be employed by the Football Foundation, and therefore it’s important that they understand the wider context – in terms of what we do and how we go about it.

The Football Foundation’s purpose is to transform individual lives and communities by providing people with a great place to play. That’s an inspiring thought – but behind it sits a great team. The Foundation is an independent charity but has at its heart a collaboration between the Premier League, The Football Association and Sport England. Our role is to facilitate their joint investment into community sports facilities. We do this through partnership working – being part of a team is really important to us.

The PLSF Technical Executive will focus their support on Stadium Accreditation for clubs in Steps 5 and 6 of the National League System and Tiers 3 to 4 of the Women’s Football Pyramid, ensuring grounds meet The FA standards within set timeframes. The role involves reviewing technical and construction aspects of grant applications, managing risks, and supporting the successful development of stadium facilities.

This entry-level role offers hands-on experience in the design, development and compliance of stadium facilities. You'll support the PLSF grant giving process and the Stadium Accreditation Programme by working with club representatives on site and remotely to ensure grounds meet the requirements set by The FA. The role will also involve reviewing technical and construction elements of grant applications, managing risks, and contributing to the successful development of stadium facilities.

We’re seeking enthusiastic individuals eager to develop their professional skills. You’ll need a qualification in a construction field – a Level 4 HNC or HND as a minimum. You don’t need to have a passion for football, or an encyclopaedic knowledge of the football pyramid - your technical or construction background is what sets you apart.

Successful applicants will join an experienced team and gain practical experience in grant management and technical processes. Over time, you’ll begin to take charge of your own portfolio of clubs, guiding and supporting them to meet Stadium Accreditation requirements within set timeframes.

What are we looking for?

You’ll need to be educated to HNC / HND (Level 4/5) in a construction field (or similar). You’ll have some experience attending building sites, with knowledge of construction processes and quality standards. An understanding of the FA’s National League System and Women’s Football Pyramid, and promotion and relegation are desirable but not essential.We support all our team members to develop and progress, however, you will need a degree in a construction related field to eventually be considered for promotion to a Technical Manager role. If you do hold a relevant degree, our goal will be to prepare you to be promotion-ready within two to three years.

(Please note you must hold a current and valid driving licence, have access to a vehicle that complies with road traffic law, is in a safe and roadworthy condition).

For more details about the role and full person specification, please download the recruitment pack.