Communications Manager

PREM Rugby is the organising body for the top tier of professional club rugby in England.

PREM Rugby is responsible for the Gallagher PREM, the PREM Rugby Cup and the Next Gen Cup, and has a shareholding in EPCR, which operates the Investec Champions Cup and EPCR Challenge Cup, in which Gallagher PREM clubs compete.

Built on more than 150 years of rivalry, the Gallagher PREM is the biggest sports league in the UK outside of football, with six different winners in seven years and a production line of some of the best players in the world.

Since 2022, PREM Rugby has strengthened its governance and financial controls, secured long-term partnerships with the RFU, TNT Sports and ITV, and moved the league from a period of stabilisation into one of growth.

PREM Rugby’s ambition is to become The Best League in the World, underpinned by a formal plan to expand the league to 12 clubs by 2029/30 and continued investment in fan experience, player profile and commercial quality.

We are an equal opportunities employer committed to Equity, Diversity and Inclusion. We actively welcome applications from across diverse communities and value different perspectives and lived experiences.

The Communications Manager will support the day-to-day delivery of PREM Rugby’s communications and PR activity across competitions, events and corporate initiatives.

Working closely with internal teams, clubs and external partners the role will provide operational support across media relations, content publishing and stakeholder communications.

The successful candidate will gain broad experience across the communications function in a fast-paced sporting environment and will utilise emerging technologies and AI tools to help improve efficiency, content production and workflow management.

Weekend working is required in line with the league calendar.

• Draft press releases and written communications.
• Support teams across the business on their communications plans and identify and develop proactive PR angles.
• Assist with media enquiries, monitor media coverage and compile reports.

• Write and publish website copy and competition updates.
• Assist with editorial campaign planning across various touchpoints of the business.

• Manage relationships with photography agencies and suppliers.
• Maintain image libraries and ensure assets are organised appropriately.

• Manage accreditation processes and media operations for the Gallagher PREM Final.
• Support media operations at other key events as required.

• Work closely with the RFU, clubs, broadcasters and internal teams to support communications activity.
• Assist with administrative and operational requirements across the communications function.
• Support wider projects and campaigns as required across PR/ rugby/ community and corporate initiatives

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Good interpersonal skills and a collaborative approach.
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.

• Experience in communications, PR, journalism or media.
• Experience writing copy for websites or media audiences.
• Interest in AI tools and emerging technologies.
• Interest in sport and the wider media landscape.
• Knowledge of rugby would be advantageous.

• Highly organised and dependable.
• Proactive and willing to learn.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Collaborative and team oriented.
• Curious about innovation and new technologies.
• Enthusiastic about the power of communications and sport.