Brentford FC is a bit different to other Premier League football clubs. We put our fans first, we are a true community club and while we are financially sustainable, we are not afraid to take calculated risks. We take huge pride in our environment and culture within the Club which focuses on development, inclusion and not being afraid to think differently.

Being progressive, humble and respectful while sticking together as one team across the Club guides how we work and the decisions we make each day.

We also firmly believe that a diverse workforce is a better workforce which will help us develop ideas, solve problems and ultimately grow Brentford FC.

We play in a brand-new stadium, 15 minutes from Heathrow in vibrant west London.

We will never forget where we have come from, but we are excited about the future that lies ahead.

Come join us.

The role 

Brentford Football Club is enjoying the most exciting period in its history and we’re looking for an accomplished Communications Executive to join our team and take the lead on telling the story of our Academy and our Women’s teams.

Main accountabilities

  • Work as part of a team to create innovative ideas in order to present the work carried out by our Academy
  • Attend Academy fixtures on occasion to help tell the story of the growth of the youth development programme
  • Attend Brentford Women’s fixtures and provide social media coverage as well as content for other platforms as appropriate
  • Work closely with the Academy video communications executive to produce Academy and Women’s team video projects to maintain key Club messaging
  • Contribute significantly to social media coverage with regards to the Academy and Women’s teams
  • Upload content to the Club’s website and social media channels - specifically Instagram and Twitter
  • Assist in delivery of all Football Communications objectives – including potentially helping with First Team matters
  • Writing match reports and being able to handle live social media coverage on matchdays

General club accountabilities

  • To ensure compliance with all relevant Club policies, including health and safety policies and with specific reference to the data regulations.
  • To ensure compliance with all relevant legal, regulatory, ethical, and social requirements.
  • To ensure compliance with the Club’s Safeguarding Policy and processes.
  • To ensure compliance with the Club’s Code of Conduct.
  • To promote equity, diversity and inclusion at the Club, in line with our EDI strategy
  • To build and maintain good working relationships both internally and externally, maintaining a professional image at all times when representing Brentford FC
  • To keep confidential any information gained regarding the Club and its personnel.
  • To maintain a flexible approach to work at all times.
  • Any other relevant tasks and duties as directed by your line manager

Key internal relationships

  • Football Department
  • Content Team
  • Business Communications
  • Digital team
  • Player Care
  • Commercial Ops

Person specification

  • Demonstrable experience of writing concise match reports and news stories
  • Demonstrable experience in writing feature-length copy applicable for the official Club website and matchday programme
  • Some experience in video shooting and editing
  • Some experience in taking still photos
  • Experience of working within a team
  • Excellent planning and organisational skills
  • Ability to show initiative and comfortable in being decisive when working alone
  • Knowledge of social media platforms and understanding of how to use content to best effect on different channels
  • Positive, pro-active approach with the ability to troubleshoot under pressure
  • Ability to forge strong links with others in the organisation
  • Strong IT skills including with MS Office suite as well as Adobe Premiere Pro.
  • Ability and willingness to work matchdays, including evenings and weekends

Desirable characteristics

  • Previous experience of a similar role at a sports organisation
  • Degree/Qualifications in Journalism or equivalent field
  • Experience with photo editing software
  • Able to drive with access to own vehicle