Sport is human life in microcosm. From rowing to rugby, from football to Formula 1, from the Ashes to the Ryder Cup, it continues to captivate and enthral the UK public at the same time as fulfilling a very significant economic function. In the run up to 27th July 2012, when London will once again play host to the Summer Olympics, the UK will become one of the most vibrant markets for the development of executive leaders in sports.
Whilst there is clearly no role for executive search in identifying athletic and sporting talent, we can still be of vital service to organisations in this sector through attracting high-calibre administrators who can keep everything moving behind the scenes. The challenges and opportunities for leaders within sport have never been so pronounced. This calls for individuals with significant management acuity and strategic insight.
Our work in this sector has included the appointment of the Chief Executive of a Premiership football club, the Club Secretary of the world’s most famous golf club and the Chief Executive of a national rugby union body.
Sample appointments include:
Chief Executive of premiership football club;
Chief Executive for private equity backed branded sports and leisure business;
Chief Executive for major UK sports team;
Club Secretary for the world’s most famous golf club;
Chief Executive of global governing body;
senior appointments for the London Organising Committee of the Olympic Games and Paralympic Games in 2012 (LOCOG).
