Strategy Manager

The Premier League Strategy team is looking to appoint a Strategy Manager to support the ongoing development and execution of the business’ strategy.

The Premier League’s Strategy team has responsibility for creating and delivering the business’ long-term strategy, working in close partnership with the rest of the organisation. The team works with all business functions to encourage longer-term thinking and support the development of projects aligned to strategic objectives.

The Strategy Manager will make a significant contribution to the Premier League’s future direction, working closely with colleagues on diverse projects from across the business (e.g. digital, finance, football, international).

The successful candidate will be creative thinkers who thrive in a hands-on, collaborative environment and will have excellent analytical and stakeholder management skills.

The Premier League’s Strategy team has responsibility for creating and delivering the business’ long-term strategy, working in close partnership with the rest of the organisation. The team works with all business functions to encourage longer-term thinking and support the development of projects aligned to strategic objectives.

The Strategy Manager will make a significant contribution to the Premier League’s future direction, working closely with colleagues on diverse projects from across the business (e.g. digital, finance, football, international).

The successful candidate will be creative thinkers who thrive in a hands-on, collaborative environment and will have excellent analytical and stakeholder management skills.

Key Responsibilities

• Contribute to the ongoing development and implementation of the Premier League’s strategy.
• Work closely with colleagues across the business to develop and implement strategic projects, bringing a fresh perspective and supporting alignment to the strategy.
• Gather and analyse relevant information to shape and assess strategic options, creating structured Excel models and compelling presentations that tell a story.
• Conduct business and market analyses to inform medium- and long-term business planning.
• Prepare materials for club meetings that clearly articulate evidence and concepts.
• Undertake analysis on ad-hoc business issues to support the Chief Strategy Officer and the wider Executive Leadership Team.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

• Strong academic background with experience in a strategic or analytical role (e.g. corporate strategy, finance, commercial, strategy consulting) within a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to engage, influence and challenge colleagues.
• Entrepreneurial mindset and proactive approach, with the ability to identify opportunities, manage multiple projects and operate in uncertainty.
• Ability to think strategically and creatively, conveying complex strategic issues in a concise way using compelling evidence and conceptual frameworks.
• Proven problem-solving and critical thinking ability, being as comfortable evaluating the bigger picture as working with detailed information.
• Strong analytical skillset, with experience of analysing diverse information to support decision-making.
• High proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint, including the ability to create financial models.

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and apply with your CV and a cover letter. The closing date for applications is 21 January 2026.

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About The Premier League

The Premier League is home to some of the most competitive and compelling football in the world. The League and its Clubs use the power and popularity of the competition to inspire fans, communities and partners in the UK and across the world. The Premier League brings people together from all backgrounds. It is a competition for everyone, everywhere and is available to watch in over 900 million homes in 189 countries.

We have a wide variety of responsibilities. These include organising the competition and its Handbook as well as managing the centralised broadcast and commercial rights. The work we do in conjunction with the Clubs also goes far beyond the 90 minutes. We support and provide a framework for youth development, we protect the organisation’s intellectual property, support the wider game and community programmes, undertake international development work and liaise with governing bodies and other leagues. 

The Premier League is an equal opportunities employer and strives to create an inclusive culture where talent can flourish. We believe in the potential of everyone and open our doors to those who share those values. All appointments will be made based on merit; however, we particularly encourage applications from women, people from minority ethnic communities, LGBTQ+ people and disabled people.  

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