Job Description

Programme

Full Time Graduate

Career Path

Business & Financial Advisory

Location

Manchester

Start Date

September-2026


Programme Description

What does this team do?

The Sports Business Group is a market-leading, passionate team of specialist advisors working exclusively on sports assignments. We bring commercial, financial, strategic and business knowledge to solve the key challenges facing sports' leading organisations.



The Sports Business Group has advised on projects involving over 30 different sports and worked in 40 countries across the globe. Working in the Group provides a unique opportunity to see and influence the ways in which sport impacts wider society across our four market offerings: Sports Advisory; Sports Transformation Advisory; Sports M&A Advisory and Transaction Support; and Economic Advisory and Development.



Our Sports Advisory team creates 'Gold Standard' sporting organisations, building strategies and reporting mechanisms to support the growth and sustainability of elite sporting organisations. We have a number of different teams, from Transformation, M&A and Transaction Advisory Teams, through to our Knowledge and Insights teams, all specialising in the sporting sector to deliver a world class experience for our clients.

What skills and academic qualifications do I need?

You'll need to have obtained or be studying towards a minimum 2:1 in any degree discipline and have graduated by September 2026 for the Autumn 2026 intake.

What kind of work will I do?

You will work with a range of public and private sector clients across our four market offerings: Sports Advisory; Sports Transformation Advisory; Sports M&A Advisory and Transaction Support; and Economic Advisory and Development. Our recent clients have included FIA, who we have helped develop and implement financial regulations across Formula One and Formula E, the LTA, who we have helped 'open up tennis' through digital transformation, and RedBird Capital, who we advised on the acquisition of AC Milan.



You will grow your understanding of the sports industry through a mixture of on-the-job learning and knowledge sharing sessions, enabling you to advise clients, speak at industry events and contribute to flagship publications including the Annual Review of Football Finance, the Deloitte Football Money League and the Future of Sport, as well as insight pieces relating to topics such as transfer spending and trends in the sports industry. These pieces, along with our client work, are valued highly across the industry and are often the subject of media coverage.

Where will I work?

At Deloitte we recognise how important face-to-face interaction is for your development in a new role. We also understand that our people need flexibility, which is why we operate a hybrid system, with a combination of office and home working. If you're in a client-facing role, you might be expected to attend client sites on certain days, while your meetings will be a mix of online and in-person events. Please note your final assessment and induction will also be in-person, to give you the opportunity to network and build relationships.

All our

work spaces

are accessible, however, if you require further flexibility due to a health condition or caring responsibilities, please discuss this with our team.

You can find further information on

our

parent and carer policies here.

How will I develop?

As a Graduate within Sports Business Group, you will complete the CIMA qualification.



You'll begin with a comprehensive induction programme, equipping you with the skills and confidence to work with our clients. Ongoing professional development will be provided through your project team, mentoring, and a dedicated buddy.



Joining the Sports Business Group will provide the opportunity to work with industry experts across our market offerings. Our Graduate scheme allows you to enjoy the benefits that come with joining a global firm amongst a large cohort whilst also receiving a unique and personal welcome to our specialist team.



Through your work you will develop a range of both quantitative and qualitative analytical skills. You will learn to use programmes such as Microsoft Office (Excel, Word and PowerPoint) and Power BI to analyse and present data and write up your findings in a variety of formats such as reports and insight articles.



The network you build will allow you to create and seize opportunities across the sports industry. As you progress you will have the chance to develop your presentation skills, whether this be in pitches, client meetings or at industry events.

Additional

support

and benefits information

We're a collaborative, inclusive firm and we want to help you to use your unique talents and perspectives in the workplace. From diversity networks to wellbeing and much more, we aim to support and reward you in the best way possible. Please use the links below to discover more about our processes, benefits, values and culture. You can learn more about the

full recruitment process here.

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. At Deloitte we value diversity, and we're committed to ensuring that our people thrive through a wide range of initiatives and diversity networks.

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A

pplication deadlines

Application deadlines: The closing deadline for this role is Monday 20 October (10.00am BST), but we recommend getting your application in as soon as possible. Please note, some of our roles may close before the deadline if we experience high demand.



Assessment deadlines: Once you've applied to this role, you'll receive an email from our recruitment team outlining next steps and the relevant deadlines for you to complete the following stages of our process.



We operate a strict one application per year policy across our Early Careers opportunities. We recommend only submitting an application for a role that you feel is right for you.

Visa Sponsorship:

Please note that this role does not qualify for visa sponsorship and therefore we're unable to progress applications from candidates who require skilled worker sponsorship

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