Cricket Operations Manager, Bears Men & Birmingham Phoenix
Join Warwickshire at the heart of professional cricket operations and help deliver an exceptional experience for players, coaches, and match officials.
We are seeking a proactive and organised Cricket Operations Manager to oversee the day-to-day running of Bears Men's 1st and 2nd XI programmes and all Birmingham Phoenix cricket at Edgbaston. You will be responsible for managing fixtures, travel, player administration, compliance, and matchday operations, ensuring everything runs smoothly in a high-performance environment.
The ideal candidate will bring:
Experience in operations or logistics management within professional or high-performance sportStrong organisational and time-management skills to coordinate complex schedules and prioritiesConfidence in stakeholder management, including players, coaches, officials, and internal departmentsKnowledge of compliance, safeguarding, and UKAD requirementsBudget management experience and attention to operational detailAlignment with our PRIDE values - Passion, Respect, Innovation, Diversity and Excellence
If you are driven by operational excellence, enjoy collaborating across multidisciplinary teams, and want to contribute to a leading professional cricket club, we would love to hear from you!
For further information about the role, including detailed responsibilities and requirements, please refer to the Job Description.
Why Join UsJoining us means becoming part of a dedicated cricket community where enthusiasm, teamwork, and a shared drive for success are at the core of what we do.
We offer more than just a career; we offer an experience:
Engaging Environment: Immerse yourself in the exciting world of cricket, surrounded by individuals who are dedicated to the sport.Cutting-Edge Facilities: Work at Edgbaston Stadium, a world-class facility that hosts some of the most thrilling cricket and live events.Exciting Benefits: Enjoy perks like free on-site parking, enhanced pension contributions, private healthcare, Christmas shut down, wellness week, and more!Career Development: Grow your career with development opportunities and the chance to make your mark in the cricket industry.Team Spirit: Join a team that celebrates success, supports one another, and makes a real impact.
Apply nowReady to take the plunge into an exciting career with WCCC? Complete the application form by Wednesday 4 February 2026. If you have any difficulties accessing the form, need it in a different format, or require specific adjustments during the recruitment process, please contact recruitment@edgbaston.com.
Right to Work in the UK StatementAll applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK. Unfortunately, Warwickshire Cricket are unable to sponsor work visas. Therefore, please do not apply if you do not have the right to work in the UK. Before employment commences, successful candidates will be required to provide evidence of their eligibility to work in the UK in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006.
Disability Confident CommittedWarwickshire Cricket are proud to be a Disability Confident committed employer, dedicated to ensuring a fair and accessible hiring process for all applicants. As part of this commitment, we guarantee that any disabled applicant who meets the essential criteria for a vacancy will be offered an interview.
Equal Opportunities in Employment Policy StatementWe will ensure that all existing and potential employees receive equal consideration, and are committed to the elimination of unlawful or unfair discrimination on the grounds of gender, race, disability, ethnic and national origin, nationality, sexuality, marital status, responsibility for dependants, religion, trade union activity and age.
It is the intention of Warwickshire Cricket that its work force, at all levels, should reflect the composition of the City's population. To achieve this Warwickshire Cricket will take active and positive steps to eliminate discrimination, reduce the effects of past discrimination and to promote equality in employment. Please note that any personal data, including Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) information, will be anonymised and not reviewed during the shortlisting process, ensuring a fair and unbiased selection.
Safeguarding StatementWarwickshire Cricket is proud to be at the forefront of safeguarding in cricket. Our commitment extends beyond the cricket field, emphasising the importance of fostering an atmosphere of trust, respect, and protection. Through continuous training, awareness programmes, and the implementation of best practices, we strive to create an environment where everyone feels safe, valued, and empowered. We understand the responsibility that comes with engaging with children, young people, and vulnerable adults, and we remain vigilant in upholding the highest standards of safeguarding in all facets of our operations. As such, roles involving any type of Regulated Activity or any interaction with children, young people or vulnerable adults are subjected to a safer recruitment process: ECB DBS clearance is mandatory before taking up the role.
Safer Recruitment StatementWarwickshire Cricket are firmly committed to creating a safe and inclusive environment for children and adults to enjoy the game. It is essential that Safer Recruitment practices are followed to ensure all staff and volunteers are suitable for their role, appropriately vetted and supported by the club.
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