Job Description

Rugby Operations Manager
30,047 - 34,792 per annum
(depending on qualifications & experience)
37.5 hours per week
Permanent
About the Role

• The Rugby Operations Manager is responsible for overseeing and coordinating all operational aspects of Hartpury Rugby, ensuring the smooth running of all activities related to training, match days, player welfare, logistics, team development and administration.
• You will be promoting a strong team culture, fostering teamwork and driving excellence to uphold the high standards of Hartpury Rugby.
• The role is essential to the operational success and high-performance environment to ensure logistical, performance and welfare needs are met.
• The role ensures that both students, players and staff are fully supported, and operational procedures align with the standards and goals. This is a key position that helps maintain the professional and high-performance environment at Hartpury.

About You

• Proven experience in a similar role of operations management, within professional rugby/ sports/education or a high-performance/professional team environment.
• Strong organisational, time-management and communication skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks effectively.
• Good knowledge of financial control and managing budgets.
• Proactive and positive attitude with the ability to work under pressure.
• Familiarity with operational systems, data management tools and media, commercial and community engagement strategies together with relevant sports management software.
• A passion for rugby and understanding of team dynamics.
• Leadership capability with a collaborative approach.
• Strategic thinker who can drive initiatives and influence stakeholders.
• Detail-oriented and committed to upholding the sports academy/rugby's standards of excellence.
• A relevant degree or qualification in Sports Management, Rugby or related field, would be desirable.

We offer a fantastic package of staff benefits including:

• Hybrid working arrangements with blended approach of office and home working
• 25 days annual leave entitlement plus bank holidays rising to 30 days with length of service
• Wellbeing support including our Employee Assistance Programme
• Generous pension scheme (LGPS)
• Employee Discounts Scheme
• Onsite fitness facilities
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Support for continuous professional development
• Flexible working opportunities available
• Enhanced maternity, adoption and paternity leave

About Us
Hartpury University and Hartpury College are among the UK's leading specialist education providers in agriculture, animal, equine, sport and veterinary nursing. Located in Gloucestershire, Hartpury University and Hartpury College sit side-by-side on a beautiful 360-hectare campus. We provide world-class facilities to more than 4,500 university and college-level students studying undergraduate and postgraduate degrees, A-levels and diplomas, as well as undertaking industry research. The University is rated top 10 in the UK for Teaching Quality (The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2025) and has 97% graduate employability, whilst the College is rated Ofsted Outstanding in all areas. A passionate and innovative business culture and exceptional support networks make Hartpury an ideal career choice.
Hartpury is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community - a place where we can all be ourselves. We particularly welcome applicants that we are underrepresented in, including those from ethnically diverse backgrounds, LGBTQI+ communities, and those living with disabilities. As part of our commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion we offer a range of inclusive policies, flexible working arrangements and a multi-faith space to support staff from different backgrounds.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks along with other relevant employment checks.
The closing date for receipt of applications is Wednesday 18th June 2025
Interviews will be held on Thursday 26th June 2025
We reserve the right to close this vacancy before the specified closing date should we receive sufficient applications or in order to respond to business needs. In order to avoid missing an opportunity to apply please submit your application as early as possible.
Candidates must be able to demonstrate their eligibility to work in the UK.
How to apply
Please visit our website to view the job description and to apply www.hartpury.ac.uk