Manager, Player Relations - Mls Next Pro

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Position Summary

Primary Responsibilities

• Point of contact for all Clubs on player-related matters (roster rules, player registration, signings, etc.)
• Additional responsibilities as assigned.
• Lead all club and player compliance documents, processes, and Club adherence to policies
• Connect with US Soccer on player registration and related matters
• Coordinate player entry mechanism process (e.g. Trades, Discovery, Allocation Ranking) with MLS Player Relations Department
• Player administration (e.g. player international and domestic registration, player eligibility inquiries, transfers, loans, etc.)
• Supervise Club roster processes, including player movement and week-to-week and gameday roster submissions
• Analyze on-and off-field data for various collaborators, including player trends, historical spending, roster compositions, etc.
• Liaise with other departments on projects interacting with the league
• Lead for league Registration Portal, including troubleshooting technical issues for internal and external partners, reporting, and developments
• Support legal and compliance function for player signings, club rosters and compliance

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree
• 5+ years of experience

Required Skills

• High-level of dedication to a quality work product and ethics, integrity and compliance
• Proven decision making, problem-solving, research, organizational, and writing skills
• Proficiency in Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook, general data entry
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to communicate, both verbally and in writing
• Meticulous with the ability to multi-task and meet targets with minimal direction
• Ability to work optimally in a fast paced, team environment
• Deep knowledge and curiosity about soccer

Desired Skills

• Knowledge of FIFA & MLS rules and practices
• Knowledge of the Spanish Language (business proficiency)
• Must be open to travel and working non-traditional hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as required.

• Employee Engagement – office perks, discounts and employee events that go “beyond the traditional paycheck” to make you feel a part of our team and inspire you to elevate the Game!
• Benefits – comprehensive and competitive medical, dental, and vision benefits, as well as a suite of programs to promote well-being including a $500 Wellness Reimbursement. A generous PTO offering, and hybrid Office/Remote Work Schedule are also offered to promote Work-Life balance.
• Career & Professional Development – on the job training, feedback, and ongoing educational opportunities to continue your personal and professional development.