Director of Wellbeing

Are you passionate about supporting mental wellbeing and creating safer spaces for professional athletes?

We are seeking a Director of Wellbeing to lead our efforts in supporting the health and wellbeing of our players. This is a unique opportunity to play a pivotal role in shaping the future of player care in professional Football.

As the players’ union for those in the Premier League, Women’s Super League and English Football League, the PFA is an organisation that prioritises the voice, welfare, and future of footballers. In this role, you will help shape the care players receive both during and beyond their playing careers.

The impact you’ll make

In this influential leadership role, you’ll direct the PFA’s wellbeing strategy, ensuring that our members receive the highest level of support and care—whether facing injury, contract transitions, or retirement. You will manage a team of experts delivering support and high-quality wellbeing programmes across the footballing community.

You’ll work across the professional game, advising clubs, partners, and governing bodies on wellbeing best practices. Your role will be key to embedding a culture of care, driving forward industry-leading initiatives, and maintaining strong relationships with stakeholders. You will also take the lead on safeguarding, ensuring robust and compassionate responses to concerns, and creating a safe and inclusive environment for children and adults at risk.

Your skills and experience

We are looking for someone with experience in leading wellbeing programmes in the sports industry. You should be comfortable shaping strategic direction and working across organisations at senior level. You should be comfortable engaging with individuals, conducting visits, and handling media interactions. You will also understand the challenges that people face in high-pressure environments and be committed to making a difference.

You will have:

Proven leadership experience in wellbeing
Deep understanding of emotional health, safeguarding practice, and player welfare
Experience providing one-on-one confidential support to athletes experiencing stress, anxiety, depression, performance pressures, or personal challenges
The ability to create inclusive, proactive support systems and referral pathways
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
Experience managing teams and complex operations
Relevant qualifications in counselling, mental health, or related fields
An understanding and experience of safeguarding

You’re approachable, values-driven, and passionate about helping others thrive. You understand the culture of Football and are motivated by the chance to lead real change in people’s lives.

This role can be based in either our London or Manchester office.

Ready to make a difference in Football?

Click the apply button now to start your journey with the PFA.

The Executives in Sport Group are retained on behalf of The Professional Footballers’ Association to appoint a Director of Wellbeing. All direct applications and CVs will be forwarded to The Executives in Sport Group.

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