At a Glance
- Tasks: Coordinate exciting national sports competitions and support member institutions.
- Company: Join British Universities and Colleges Sport (BUCS), a leader in student sports.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, full-time role, and the chance to make a real impact.
- Other info: Dynamic work environment with opportunities for personal and professional growth.
- Why this job: Be part of an inclusive team that creates amazing sporting experiences for students.
- Qualifications: Experience in sports administration or competition delivery is a plus.
The predicted salary is between 24000 - 28000 £ per year.
About the Role
The National Competitions Coordinator will play a key role in the delivery of the BUCS National Competitions Programme, supporting the coordination of league and knockout competitions across 24 sports and 41 competition offers. Working closely with the National Competitions Manager, you will ensure competitions are delivered efficiently through the BUCS Play system, providing excellent support to member institutions while helping to create inclusive, engaging and high-quality sporting experiences for students across the UK.
The successful candidate will coordinate competition administration, including team entries, fixtures, results, league standings and competition queries, while supporting the ongoing development and improvement of BUCS Play. You will work collaboratively with colleagues, member institutions, National Governing Bodies and digital partners to ensure competitions are delivered in line with BUCS regulations and to the highest standards of customer service.
You will also contribute to the continuous improvement of competition processes, support governance and compliance activities, and assist with the delivery of BUCS events throughout the year. This is an exciting opportunity for a proactive, organised and customer-focused individual with experience in sports administration or competition delivery. If you are passionate about delivering exceptional sporting experiences, enjoy working with digital systems and stakeholders, and want to help inspire, develop and unite students through sport, we'd love to hear from you.
Interview
All internal candidates will be given the opportunity for either an in-person or virtual interview to demonstrate why they are suitable for the role. This will be organised according to the hiring team’s recruitment timeline and the employee's availability. Interviews will be scheduled for Thursday 20 August, with a potential Stage 2 interview on Tuesday 25 August if required.
Data Protection Statement
Any personal data submitted to BUCS in the course of this recruitment process will be held securely and processed solely for the purposes of recruitment. It will be held for the duration of the recruitment process, and if employed by BUCS, for the duration of the contract of employment and to fulfil the statutory, or recommended, retention periods when no longer an employee of British Universities and Colleges Sport. BUCS will comply with data protection legislation at all times and in line with BUCS Privacy Policy.
National Competitions Coordinator employer: British Universities & Colleges Sport (Bucs)
British Dressage is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment in the heart of Meriden, West Midlands. With a strong commitment to employee development and a culture that values diversity, the Training & Education Coordinator will have the opportunity to contribute to meaningful educational initiatives while enjoying the flexibility of hybrid working. The organisation fosters a supportive atmosphere where employees can thrive, making it an ideal place for those passionate about advancing their careers in sports education.
Contact Details:
British Universities & Colleges Sport (Bucs) Recruitment Team
