LFCW Pro Game Academy Manager

Strategy, culture and leadership Own and deliver the PGA strategy and Academy Performance Plan with clear objectives, measures, accountabilities and review points. Lead, inspire and coordinate the Academy's coaching, performance, medical, operations, education, player support and talent management functions. Create a safe, inclusive and high-performing culture that reflects Liverpool FC standards and supports challenge, learning and continuous improvement. Line manage designated staff, clarify roles and priorities, and ensure the workforce structure, capability and CPD plan meet programme needs and licence requirements.

Provide clear reporting and recommendations to technical and executive forums on programme performance, player pathways, risk, investment and resourcing. Talent management and player pathway Oversee a coherent player pathway from the wider girls' talent system through the PGA and into the Women's First Team. Work with the technical leads to align talent identification, selection, registration, retention and release decisions with the Club's long-term squad strategy.

Ensure every player has a robust, evidence-led individual development plan covering technical, tactical, physical, psychological, educational and social development. Chair or coordinate regular player progression meetings and make sure decisions, actions and feedback are documented and communicated appropriately. Work closely with First Team colleagues to identify players ready for exposure, training, dual registration, loans or transition, with tailored support around each move.

Ensure players and families receive honest, timely and respectful communication throughout their Academy journey. Technical programme and performance support Ensure the PGA playing and coaching programme is aligned with the Club's football philosophy, methodology and first-team requirements. Support technical leaders to maintain an age-appropriate curriculum, coaching programme and quality-assurance process that meet PGA standards. Coordinate the multidisciplinary team so that coaching, physical performance, medicine, performance analysis, psychology and player support contribute to one integrated plan.

Ensure appropriate player screening, monitoring, profiling, availability and return-to-play processes are in place, with clear professional accountability resting with suitably qualified practitioners. Use performance information, player feedback and trend analysis to inform programme decisions and targeted interventions. Academy Player Contracts & Registration Lead the end-to-end administration, implementation and management of all Academy player contractual arrangements, ensuring compliance with relevant football regulations, Club policies and governance requirements.

Act as the primary point of contact for Academy player contract administration, liaising with players, parents/guardians, coaches, legal representatives and relevant football authorities to ensure a smooth and professional process. Monitor key contract milestones, including scholarship offers, professional contract eligibility, registration deadlines, contract expiries and renewal dates, providing timely updates and recommendations to Academy leadership. Coordinate the contract offer, renewal and progression process for Academy players, supporting stakeholder communication and ensuring all administrative requirements are completed efficiently and accurately.

Academy operations and logistics Hold overall accountability for the safe and effective day-to-day operation of the PGA, including facilities, calendar planning, fixtures, travel, accommodation, kit, catering and matchdays. Ensure registrations, squad administration, competition requirements and governing‑body submissions are accurate and completed on time. Set and manage the Academy budget, monitor investment and resource use, and provide clear forecasts and recommendations.

Maintain effective operating procedures, emergency plans, risk assessments and communication systems across all Academy activity. Work across Club sites and functions to create a consistent, professional environment for players and staff. Wellbeing, education and player support Ensure player health, wellbeing safeguarding and psychological safety remain central to all programme decisions. Work with medical and performance leads to confirm appropriate clinical governance, practitioner registration, record keeping, consent, confidentiality and…