Communications Manager in Wembley

This is an exciting opportunity to join the Communications team at Wembley Stadium on a fixed-term contract until October 2026. You will play a key role in shaping and delivering communications that showcase Wembley as a world-class venue, engaging internal teams, millions of fans, partners, and media audiences. You will support the delivery of a proactive communications strategy, helping to enhance Wembley's reputation across all channels. The role combines strategic communications with hands-on media management at some of the UK's biggest events, making every day fast-paced and varied. With over 50 major events expected this year, particularly between May and September, flexibility for evenings and weekends is essential. Hybrid working is offered, with 2 to 3 days per week at Wembley Stadium.

Key responsibilities:

• Coordinate and deliver integrated PR campaigns and communications plans to highlight the stadium's key objectives and milestones
• Be a central part of the marcomms team, supporting campaigns for major events, partnerships, and strategic initiatives
• Draft press releases, statements, and newsletter content to a high editorial standard
• Build and maintain strong relationships with national, international, and specialist media
• Monitor media coverage and manage the stadium's media inbox, including photography and filming requests
• Act as a primary point of contact to ensure all relevant stadium news reaches staff
• Work with and manage PR agencies where relevant to support communications campaigns
• Collaborate with FA teams to maximise the stadium's role in achieving organisational goals and delivering successful events
• Develop and maintain trusted relationships with internal and external stakeholders
• Assist with on-site media management during events
• Provide out-of-hours media support when required
• Produce reports and execute additional tasks as needed within the marcomms division
• Comply with all company policies to maintain the highest standards of health, safety, and wellbeing

Who we are looking for:

• Experience working with national and international media
• Proven ability to deliver PR campaigns and communications strategies
• Strong copywriting and editorial skills for corporate materials and publications
• Experience working with high-profile individuals, including executives and talent
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with strong attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, high-profile environment
• Flexible approach to work, including evenings and weekends
• Highly organised, proactive, and collaborative

What's in it for you?

We are committed to ensuring everyone can flourish in their roles, to achieve this we have unique office spaces under the arch of the iconic Wembley National Stadium, which is the home of English Football. We are also delighted to offer a world-class, Elite Performance Centre, St. George's Park in Staffordshire which is an exceptional setting to develop and inspire high-performing England teams and leaders. We pride ourselves in offering a competitive salary as well as great opportunities to develop and grow in your role. But that is not all; we also have a range of exciting benefits, some of which can be found below:

• Access to event day tickets at Wembley Stadium, alongside a host of regular internal events throughout the season, encouraging you to connect and learn with your colleagues and look after your mental health and well-being.
• Free, nutritious lunches at Wembley Stadium and St. George's Park.
• Free private medical cover.
• A contributory pension scheme.
• An additional 'Thank You' days leave, volunteering days as well as 25 days annual leave (based on a full-time, permanent contract.)
• A hybrid working model which offers greater flexibility.

Currently, we are working within a hybrid working model whereby the expectation is to work from your contractual location for part of the week, and as and when required by the team. The remaining days can be worked remotely. We will continue to monitor this model, and it may be adjusted in future if deemed necessary. The contractual location of this role can be found on the FA Careers page. We are a diverse workplace, aspiring to represent football across the country. The Football Association actively promotes inclusion and diversity, encouraging you to be the best version of yourself at work. We welcome applications from everyone and are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. If you have any particular requirements in respect of the recruitment or interview process, please mention this during your application. As part of the FA's commitment to ensuring a safe environment for everyone in football, every employee will be required to complete a DBS check. The level of the check required will be based on the activity of the specific job role and in line with legislation and government guidance.