At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead stadium planning and delivery for UEFA EURO 2028 across the UK & Ireland.
- Company: Join UK & Ireland 2028 Limited, the team behind a major international sporting event.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, 25 days holiday, pension, private medical insurance, and travel opportunities.
- Other info: Inclusive workplace welcoming diverse backgrounds and career paths.
- Why this job: Be part of a landmark event and make a real impact in sports management.
- Qualifications: Experience in venue/project management and strong leadership skills required.
The predicted salary is between 49500 - 60500 £ per year.
Location: Wembley Stadium, London (with travel across the UK & Ireland)
Contract: Fixed-term | April 2027 – Summer 2028
About UK & Ireland 2028 Limited
UK & Ireland 2028 Limited is the local organising committee responsible for delivering UEFA EURO 2028 across the UK & Ireland. We work on behalf of the five Football Associations and in partnership with governments, host cities, stadiums and delivery partners to plan and deliver the tournament safely, inclusively and to world-class standards.
About UEFA EURO 2028
The UEFA European Championship is one of the world’s biggest sporting events. In 2028, it will take place across the UK & Ireland, bringing significant operational scale and requiring close coordination between host cities, stadiums, government partners and UEFA.
The Role
This is an exciting opportunity for two Stadium Managers to become UK & Ireland 2028 Limited's main point of contact across specific UEFA EURO 28 host stadiums and their associated local stakeholders. You will lead on agreed areas of planning and delivery for the allocated stadiums, ensuring deliverables are effectively planned and executed.
You will be a key contributor within the Stadium Liaison delivery team consisting of UK & Ireland 2028 employed staff, UEFA delegated services staff and appointed contractors. Primarily based at our HQ in Wembley Stadium, you will also participate in stadium working visit cycles, leading on all UK & Ireland 2028 deliverables. Working visits are scheduled every 6-9 months and involve extended periods of travel, approximately one week at each stadium (a maximum of 9 stadiums).
What you’ll be doing
- Maintain strong, collaborative working relationships between UEFA, UK & Ireland 2028, and host stadiums.
- Be one of the central points of contact for UEFA to deliver an efficient and coordinated approach to enable the smooth delivery of the stadium in line with the Tournament Requirements.
- Work alongside the Director of Operations and Head of Stadium Liaison to maintain the relationship between local stakeholders, including police, mobility partners, city authorities and host city leads.
- Manage the planning of assigned stadiums in the following UK & Ireland 2028 key areas of stadium planning and delivery.
What we’re looking for
- Demonstrable expertise as a venue/project manager capable of leading areas of an event delivery team.
- Strong knowledge of large-scale stadia and working alongside associated delivery stakeholders.
- Experience managing the planning & delivery of multiple sites.
- Strong negotiator capable of driving cost-effective overlay solutions.
- Problem-solver - ability to use own initiative and find new solutions and working methods to enable the smooth event delivery.
- Effective leadership skills.
Why apply?
We offer a competitive salary and benefits (including 25 days holiday, pension and private medical insurance), alongside the opportunity to be part of a landmark international sporting event.
Location & Working Pattern
Based at Wembley Stadium, with travel across the UK & Ireland as required.
- 2027: 3–4 days/week onsite
- 2028: Full-time onsite during tournament delivery
Everyone is welcome
We’re hiring for excellence through inclusion. We’re building a skilled, values-led workforce that reflects the diversity of the UK and Ireland. We encourage applications from all backgrounds and don’t expect a traditional career path.
We’re happy to make reasonable adjustments—please contact us.
All roles are subject to appropriate DBS checks.
Stadium Managers in London employer: UK & Ireland 2028 Limited
UK & Ireland 2028 Limited is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment that fosters collaboration and innovation in the lead-up to UEFA EURO 2028. With a strong emphasis on employee growth and development, team members are encouraged to take ownership of their roles while benefiting from comprehensive support and resources. The company's commitment to local engagement and accountability ensures that employees feel valued and integral to the success of this prestigious event.
