Federations & Governing Bodies
Admin Assistant
Entry Level
London, United Kingdom
hybrid
Full time
Apply by 04/11/2026
Job description
About the Role
The Admin Assistant will cover all aspects of administration within a five-person team, supporting the day-to-day delivery of Football DataCo's media accreditation scheme. The role involves responding to enquiries from clubs, media representatives and clients, maintaining accurate records across internal databases, spreadsheets and the bespoke i-PBS system, and coordinating communications and stock logistics. The post holder will also support the administration of media accreditation at key EFL Finals events and undertake other ad hoc administrative tasks as required.
Key Responsibilities
- Respond to incoming club, media and client queries in a timely manner.
- Maintain internal databases and spreadsheets, including the company's bespoke accreditation system, i-PBS.
- Coordinate distribution lists for club and media communications.
- Deal with external suppliers and coordinate stock logistics.
- Attend and administer media accreditation at EFL Finals events as required, including the EFL Play-Off Finals and the Carabao Cup.
- Support the day-to-day running of the media accreditation scheme.
- Undertake other ad hoc administrative tasks as required.
Required Experience & Qualifications
- Highly organised, proactive and methodical, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a professional and approachable telephone manner.
- Strong attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining accurate records, databases and spreadsheets.
- Confident using Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint, with the ability to learn bespoke systems quickly.
- Positive, responsive and solutions-focused, with an aptitude for resolving queries and issues.
- Able to work effectively both independently and collaboratively as part of a small team.
- Capable of building strong working relationships with colleagues, clubs, media representatives, clients and external suppliers.
- Able to handle confidential information with discretion and professionalism.
- Flexible and willing to attend and support media accreditation at EFL Finals events when required.
Preferred Skills
- Previous experience in an administrative or client-facing role.
- Experience of working with the media, football or wider sports industry.
The Application Process
Safer recruitment procedures are used to assess the suitability of individuals applying for roles that involve work with children and adults who are or may be at risk of harm.
- Apply with a CV and a cover letter.
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