Club Reporter (Editorial Department) in Manchester

LOCATION: Old Trafford Stadium Complex

At Manchester United, we believe that excellence on the pitch starts with excellence off the pitch. Our team thrives in a high-performance environment, united by a shared passion for success. We aim to elevate the standard of performance through collaboration and continuous growth, creating a space where everyone can contribute their best to our common goals. We work together at our iconic Manchester United offices, enabling connection and innovation as we look ahead to what we can achieve as a global football club. We are excited to bring in passionate people who share our vision and drive for success.

The Role

The ‘Club Reporter’ will join the Editorial department to produce content for both digital, print and MUTV, reporting on men’s, women’s and Academy football, as well as the wider club. This is a multi-media role and, as such, the successful candidate must be proficient in written media, video content and social media platforms/trends. The ability to self-shoot content while reporting is essential.

Key Duties Include:

• Plan, create and publish innovative digital content for our app, website and social channels that will resonate with the club’s diverse global fanbase.
• Plan, create and publish content to assist the club’s business KPIs, including ecommerce and ticketing.
• Plan, write and sub-edit content for the club’s matchday programmes and quarterly magazine.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key internal stakeholders, including our Communications team, players and coaching staff, to ensure highest standards of production are achieved.
• Use data analytics to monitor the performance of content and our publishing strategies.
• Monitor media trends, keyword trends and other data to inform what we should be covering.
• Optimise articles for improvements on SEO and accessibility.
• Mastery of the Manchester United style guide.
• Mastery of English grammar, punctuation and spelling.

The Person

• Experience working in teams that require collaboration with other functions to produce content.
• Proven experience of writing articles/blog posts, ideally for a sports team or similar.
• Proven experience of self-shooting social-first content on the front line, as well as photography.
• You will be proficient in writing content and crafting copy for social posts and marketing materials.
• You will be the type of person that is inquisitive about analytics and the performance of content to help us meet departmental and club-wide KPIs.
• You will understand how to use a CMS, and how to optimise content for mobile and SEO.
• You will have an obsessive knowledge of football, Manchester United and an empathy with local and global fans, remaining sensitive to real-time sentiment.
• Ability to work under pressure and be comfortable with the demands of ‘live’ matchday content production.
• Must be trusted to work with confidential information and in private club environments.
• Flexibility to work late weekday hours and willingness to contribute on weekends.
• Comfortable working on-the-go and at stadiums (largely outdoors), and also within a ‘War room’ environment for remote and away matches.

What We Offer

• Annual staff incentive scheme.
• Wellness Support with access to mental health resources, digital health checks, and nutritionists through Aviva Digicare+.
• Workplace Exclusive Discounts through our United Rewards platform, giving you access to exclusive deals from the club and partners.
• Gym Facilities in our onsite locations and opportunities for regular social events and team-building activities.
• Enhanced family Leave Benefits and an opportunity to purchase additional holiday days.
• Enhanced Career Development with access to professional learning platforms like LinkedIn Learning, and internal training programs.
• A Supportive Work Environment that values diversity, equity and inclusion, and individual growth.

Our Commitment To You

At Manchester United, we believe that a diverse and inclusive environment makes us stronger. We are committed to building a team where everyone feels welcomed, valued, and empowered to contribute their unique perspectives. Diversity, equity and inclusion are at the core of our recruitment strategy, and we welcome applicants from all backgrounds.

Ready to Join Us?

If this sounds like the perfect role for you, please submit your application by Wednesday 19th November 2025. Manchester United is committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable adults, and as part of this commitment, all candidates will undergo a Disclosure and Barring Service check and reference checks. If you need any adjustments to help you perform at your best during the recruitment process, please feel free to contact us, and we will be happy to discuss them with you. It is unlawful to employ a person in a UK-based job who does not have permission to live and work in the UK. You should make yourself aware of how immigration laws apply to you before applying for any of our roles.