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RLWC2021 HOST OPERATIONS LEAD

£27,500
RUGBY LEAGUE WORLD CUP 2021
LOCATION: MANCHESTER

n 2021, England will host the largest team sporting event in the world that year - the Rugby League World Cup, which will be the biggest and best ever in its history that dates back to 1954 when the tournament began.
 
32 competing nations in the men’s, women’s and wheelchair competitions will play in 61 matches across 21 venues, including St James’ Park, Elland Road, Bramhall Lane, Emirates Stadium, Manchester Central and Old Trafford. The most inclusive sport played in the biggest venues across the country.
 

WE ARE ON A MISSION TO CREATE INSPIRATIONAL MOMENTS THAT EXCITE, ENGAGE & LEAVE A LONG LASTING LEGACY


Led by our values of being Bold & Brave, World Class, Authentic and Inclusive, we are looking for the best talent to join our team.

OVERVIEW OF THE ROLE:

Working within the Operations team, you’ll report into the Tournament Director and will be responsible for developing strong relationships with and working with a range of RLWC2021 Host towns and cities to plan and deliver activities in the lead up to and at tournament time, and to ensure that Hosts’ bid commitments are delivered. This will include working with the Host City Lead and teammates in the Revenue department to secure marketing opportunities and channel assets.

Your responsibilities will include coordinating regular Host workshops and stakeholder steering groups, liaising directly with local authorities and stakeholders to formulate agendas, presentations and actions and ensuring Hosts have the appropriate assets (e.g., town/city dressing designs) to deliver on their commitments.
 
You will make sure that Host objectives for the tournament continue to align to RLWC2021 and ensure Hosts are up to date on all relevant tournament detail.
 
We want you to help bring the RLWC2021 vision to life across England whilst developing positive relationships with the Host towns and cities and other relevant stakeholders to ensure each party makes the most of hosting the tournament.

The successful candidate with report into the Tournament Director.
 

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To apply please send an email with “Host Operations Lead” in the title, including an overview of your experience in the form of a CV and a cover letter no longer than 2 pages of why you think you’re suitable for the role to jobs@rlwc2021.com
 
The closing date for applications is 5pm Friday 7th January 2022.
Interviews will be held in Manchester on Friday 21st January 2022.
 
The Rugby League World Cup 2021 is committed to equality through diversity.
 
More information is available at rlwc2021.com.
 
If appointed you will need to provide us with a copy of your Passport and if relevant, a work permit to show you have the right to work in the UK. Alternatively, you would need Tier 2 Sponsorship to be able to work for us.
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