VACANCIES: Commercial Director & Business Network Lead - Lutterworth Athletic Football Club
- Lutterworth Athletic
- 3 days ago
- 2 min read
Lutterworth Athletic Football Club has two exciting off-the-pitch opportunities as the club continues to grow both on and off the field.
As a community-focused football club with ambitious plans for the future, we are looking to strengthen our commercial operations by recruiting a Commercial Director and a Business Network Lead to play key roles in our ongoing development.
These roles are ideal for motivated individuals with strong local business connections and a passion for grassroots football.
Commercial Director
The Commercial Director role will lead the club’s overall commercial strategy and help drive sustainable revenue growth to support football operations and long-term ambitions.
Key responsibilities include:
Developing and delivering the club’s commercial strategy
Identifying, securing and managing sponsorships and partnerships
Building strong relationships with local and regional businesses
Driving revenue growth and increasing the club’s profile
The ideal candidate will have:
Experience in sales, sponsorship, business development or partnership management
Knowledge of and contacts within local businesses in the region
Strong communication, negotiation and relationship-building skills
A results-focused mindset
A genuine passion for football and community-based clubs
This role offers flexible working arrangements, commission and performance-based incentives, and the opportunity to play a leading role in shaping the future of Lutterworth Athletic FC.
Business Network Lead (The 100 Club)
Alongside the Commercial Director role, the club is also recruiting a Business Network Lead to oversee and grow The 100 Club, our dedicated local business network.
The 100 Club brings together local businesses who support the club for £100 per year, receiving benefits such as networking events, pitch-side visibility and a free season ticket.
Key responsibilities include:
Leading and managing The 100 Club business network
Building and maintaining relationships with local businesses
Recruiting new members and retaining existing partners
Organising and supporting quarterly networking events
Ensuring members receive the full benefits of the scheme
The ideal candidate will have:
Strong knowledge of and connections within the local business community
Experience in networking, relationship management or business development
Excellent communication and organisational skills
A proactive and people-focused approach
An interest in football and community initiatives
This role offers flexible working, performance-based incentives and the chance to play a visible role within a growing football club and business network.
How to Apply
To apply for either role, please submit your CV along with a short cover letter outlining your relevant experience and interest in the position to:
Join Lutterworth Athletic FC
Lutterworth Athletic Football Club is committed to being an inclusive, welcoming and community-driven organisation. We encourage applications from all backgrounds and look forward to welcoming new people to help shape the next chapter of the club’s journey.