PURPOSE

***PLEASE NOTE APPLICATIONS ARE NOT BEING ACCEPTED VIA ECB RECRUITMENT PORTAL ***

HOW TO APPLY

Applications and expressions of interest are being managed by Elevate Talent who are leading the process on behalf of the ECB. Applications submitted via the ECB portal will not be reviewed.

To learn more about the role and to apply, please submit a CV and cover letter, by 4pm on Friday 24th July 2026, to David James and Oliver Krendel at ecbmdew@oneelevate.com 

Please DO NOT APPLY via this BeApplied platform.

WHO WE ARE

The England and Wales Cricket Board is the national governing body for all cricket in England and Wales, supporting the game at every level – from grassroots to professional.

We believe cricket is a force for good that can have an enduring impact on everyone’s lives and we have an ambitious strategy to inspire a generation to say ‘cricket is a game for me’. It provides great entertainment. It teaches important skills, both physical and social.  It can help inclusion and social cohesion, bringing communities together.

The ECB welcomes applications from all backgrounds to ensure we deliver our Inspiring Generations strategy and fulfil our purpose to connect communities and improve lives through cricket.

OUR VALUES

• Run on respect. We ensure our game is based on fairness, respect and decency. 

• Embrace enjoyment. We make sure everyone finds fun in the game. 

• Build belonging. We actively include so everyone can find a place in the game. 

• Progress with purpose. We stay open to change to keep the game moving forward. 

ROLE PURPOSE  

The Managing Director (MD) of England Women is accountable to the Chief Executive for the performances of England Women, England Women U19s, and the overall effectiveness and reputation of all international women’s programmes and sub-departments. 

Working closely with the England Women’s Head Coach and Captain, this role sets a clear, unified vision for England Women to consistently succeed on the world stage. 

The role provides strategic leadership across performance, culture and operations, specialist coaches, players, and professional Counties to build high performing environments.   

Through inclusive leadership and collaborative external relationships, the MD of England Women ensures England teams inspire players, fans and communities, and contribute meaningfully to the long-term health, reputation and impact of the game in England and Wales. 

The MD England Women is also a member of the ECB Leadership Group providing strategic leadership, influencing organisational priorities and setting the long-term vision and day to day strategy for cricket across England and Wales.  

YOU’LL BE A GOOD FIT FOR THIS JOB IF

• You are passionate about women’s sport and being a prominent ambassador for women’s cricket nationally and internationally.  

• You are driven by building and leading high performing teams. 

• You bring insight and credibility that comes from a background in high-performance sport (ideally cricket) at the highest level. 

• You enjoy operating at the heart of cricket/sport administration, influencing strategy, and leading a department with ambition and purpose. 

• You are deeply motivated to champion equality through accelerating the growth of women’s sport on the global stage. 

YOU’LL BE

• Building a world-leading department/programme that delivers sustained success in major series/global events to establish England as the benchmark for women’s cricket internationally. 

• Leading a culture of excellence, innovation and accountability across England Women’s cricket. 

• Ensuring world-class support structures are in place across coaching, operations, science and medicine, analytics and player welfare. 

• Acting as a senior spokesperson and ambassador for women’s cricket and the ECB, with internal and external partners, including media, sponsors, and international bodies. 

• Contributing as a member of the ECB’s Leadership Group, shaping organisation-wide strategy and priorities beyond the immediate remit of the England Women department.  

YOU’LL HAVE

• Proven experience of driving success in elite high-performance cricket/sport, ideally on the international stage. 

• Proven senior stakeholder management, relationship-building and influencing skills. 

• Ability to balance short-term performance demands with long-term system development.  

• A collaborative leadership style that enables the team and stakeholders to work together to deliver high performance and healthy outcomes.  

• Experience of how to challenge the status quo to grow sport/drive change despite complexities and barriers. 

• Excellent communication skills with the ability to influence and deliver an inspiring vision. 

• Confidence in driving media engagement and public speaking. 

ELEVATE TALENT  

Elevate Talent is an executive search and leadership advisory firm operating at the intersection of sports, media, entertainment, and lifestyle brands. We specialize in identifying and empowering visionary leaders who shape the future of these rapidly evolving and converging industries. 

Our approach is defined by an obsession with attitude, bravery, and collaboration – values that inform every search, every placement, and every strategic partnership. With deep sector expertise, a world-class network, and a rigorous, insight-driven process, we deliver transformative talent solutions that go beyond conventional hiring. 

At Elevate Talent, we don’t just find leaders - we elevate them. 

To apply, please submit a CV and cover letter, by 4pm on Friday 24th July 2026, to David James and Oliver Krendel: ecbmdew@oneelevate.com