Head of Policy & Integrity in London

About Us

Six Nations Rugby Ltd (SNRL) is the official organising body of the annual men’s, women’s, U20s and U21 Six Nations Championships, festivals and the Summer and Autumn International Series (SNS/ANS). SNRL is also a co-owner of the new Nations Cup competition, alongside SANZAAR, which will be played on a biannual basis from 2026. Working in partnership with its member unions and national federations in England (RFU), France (FFR), Ireland (IRFU), Italy (FIR), Scotland (SRU) and Wales (WRU), SNRL has responsibility for the commercialisation of centralised media and commercial rights and for the promotion and operation of the globally renowned Six Nations Championships, SNS/ANS, Nations Cup from 2026 and other development competitions. The Six Nations Championship is the world’s oldest and greatest annual international rugby tournament which dates back to 1883. It consists of three highly competitive annual championships across men’s, women’s and U20s rugby. The media rights and agreed commercial rights of the SNS & ANS are also centralised, with SNRL now supporting the marketing and growth of all home-based internationals for all six unions. SNRL is committed to promoting diversity, equity and inclusion throughout the organisation. As such, we positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender assignment, religion or belief, marital status or pregnancy or maternity/paternity.

About the role

The Head of Policy and Integrity will sit within the Rugby Department at Six Nations Rugby Ltd and act as the primary point of contact for disciplinary, anti-corruption, anti-doping and all policy and integrity matters across all Six Nations and co-owned competitions. This role will be central to shaping and delivering a robust, consistent, and progressive competition framework across all rugby policies and integrity-based matters, including the newly formed Nations Championship, which will be in conjunction with SANZAAR and the participating Unions. The role requires a calm, collaborative approach, engaging key stakeholders including players, coaches, match officials, World Rugby, SANZAAR, all participating Unions and key service providers to ensure alignment with global best practice. Additionally, the role will support pathway competitions, creating, developing and implementing effective education and awareness programmes and processes at international level, whilst working in partnership with Host Unions on operational delivery. In this role you will promote innovation, efficiency, and integrity throughout all competitions, an emphasis will be made on education, awareness, and continuously evolving and improving working processes.

As Head Policy & Integrity you will:

• DISCIPLINE AND INTEGRITY Oversee and lead all disciplinary, anti-corruption, anti-doping and all policy and integrity matters across all Six Nations and co-owned competitions, tournaments and festivals. This will include the creation and management of all associated administrative tasks including disciplinary hearing coordination. Ensure that all related Policy and Integrity based rules and regulations as applicable to all competitions owned/co-owned and managed by Six Nations Rugby are upheld and complied with for all competitions. Responsibility to ensure all rugby related policies and procedures are regularly updated and fit for purpose, having regard to the various regulatory bodies that influence the sport, including but not limited to World Rugby and external commissions. Work in collaboration with World Rugby in respect of judicial appointments, ensuring that all appointees are fully prepared and briefed ahead of each competition, which will include conducting briefing meetings and providing technical training with advanced platforms such as Sony CI. Work with our member Unions to confirm judicial appointments are made in accordance with our rules and regulations. To ensure the appointment process is clear, transparent and fit for purpose, which will include the continual engagement with the six Unions and Federations, additional participating Unions, leading into World Rugby directly. Manage and disseminate all administrative information relevant to all panels, appointees and colleagues operating within the policy and integrity network across the international game. Delegate tasks and responsibility as necessary to the Competitions & Events Executive, who reports directly to the Director of Competitions and Events.
• MEDICAL AND RESEARCH Oversee, inform and manage the Six Nations Medical Advisory Group, providing information and seeking advice on all competition related challenges and coordinate proposed solutions with key stakeholders. Manage, update and deliver the agreed Minimum Medal Standards across all competitions. Manage all associated applications and policies across the international competitions, tournament and festivals in accordance with World Rugby policy. Oversee and manage the delivery of Injury surveillance & research studies across all competitions as agreed through Six Nations Rugby Committee and supported by the Medical Advisory Group.

These are the core competencies we’re looking for:

• Courage Can deliver a project or initiative at the highest-level demonstrating excellence promoting both organisational and personal reputation.
• Solidarity Can build relationships with stakeholders especially overcoming difficult conversations or challenging situations.
• Inclusivity Can demonstrate consideration to promoting strong EDI strategies.
• Integrity Has the ability to work collaboratively with respect, professionalism and unity.
• Creativity Be innovative, has taken measured risks or shown creative thinking and problem solving irrespective of whether it was a success or implemented.

Essential Experience and Skills:

• A high level of attention to detail.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills.
• French, Italian and/or an additional language would be beneficial.
• Proven experience of working in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Energy and enthusiasm, with the ability to create and maintain positive working relationships with stakeholders.
• Advanced level MS Office skills across all packages, particularly Microsoft PowerPoint.

Desirable Personal Attributes:

• Confident and courageous decision-maker, comfortable operating in high-pressure, high-scrutiny environments.
• Collaborative and diplomatic, with a strong ability to build trust and manage complex stakeholder relationships.
• Strong personal integrity, with a consistent and fair approach to disciplinary and integrity matters.
• Inclusive and culturally aware, with a genuine commitment to EDI principles and player welfare across international competitions.
• Innovative and solutions-focused, with a mindset focused on continuous improvement and operational excellence.

Why Join Six Nations Rugby

This is a unique opportunity to contribute to one of the most prestigious brands in global sport. You’ll join a passionate and high-performing team that values excellence, collaboration, and innovation, helping shape the financial future of an organisation at the forefront of rugby’s global growth.