PURPOSE

This is an exciting role within the ECB Events department that oversees the management of the accreditation process for Domestic and International cricket. The Accreditation Manager is responsible for managing the planning and operational requirements of all elements of accreditation process for internal and external stakeholders. The Accreditation Manager, alongside the Accreditation Executives will also be responsible for the delivery of onsite accreditation operations at High Profile Matches (the role involves a significant amount of travel across the country). The key aim is to deliver world class cricket for both the men’s and women’s game. The ECB is a fun and energising place to work, and the Events Department is lively and full of talent.

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. 

YOU’LL LOVE THIS JOB IF

• You enjoy working in a fast-paced environment to deliver high profile events, engaging with a variety of stakeholders and liaising with a number of venues across England & Wales.

• You are a team player and enjoy the experience of working together to deliver events. You can work with colleagues both on venue and remotely to ensure that the stakeholder process for accreditation runs smoothly.

• You have strong organisation skills, have a strong attention to detail and have the ability to manage conflicting deadlines. You can work self-sufficiently and within a busy team environment.

YOU’LL BE DOING

• Managing the pre/early season accreditation requirements across a wide number of internal and external stakeholder groups.

• Liaising with accreditation suppliers, including Accredit Solutions to ensure that key targets are met and accreditation passes are delivered pre-season.

• Working on the road to deliver onsite accreditation operations across a number of International and Domestic Final games and The Hundred. Supporting the wider events team with additional match day responsibilities where required.

• Building key relationships with internal and external stakeholders, managing client groups to support them throughout the registration process and distribution of accreditation passes.

• Working closely with the Media Operations Manager and Communications Team to approve and distribute media accreditation passes. Where required provide onsite support for media operations, across International matches.

• Work closely with the Cricket Regulator and ICC Anti-Corruption Units to ensure that accreditation is approved and produced for restricted areas on match days.

• Utilising the accreditation system to efficiently process requests and oversee the delivery of all aspects of the 2026 season.

• Where required, management of Accreditation Executives.

  Please note that this role is office based and requires you to be in the office a minimum of three days per week.

YOU’LL HAVE

• The right to work in the UK

• Good knowledge and experience of working with an accreditation environment.

• Strong process driven approach to planning.

• Great interpersonal skills, to communicate with various internal and external stakeholders.

• The ability to work well under pressure and to tight deadlines, using good decision making and problem-solving skills.

• The skills to work self-sufficiently in an organised style, with an ability to adapt to various IT programmes (including databases), a focus on multitasking and a great attention to detail.

• A full UK (or where permitted a full international) driving licence and a commitment to drive across England and Wales.

• A flexible approach to work, including weekends and extended hours.

• Experience working/ volunteering within the sports/ event’s industry.

YOU’LL RECEIVE

• Competitive salary

• Holiday - 25 days a year

• Volunteering – 2 days a year

• Pension Scheme

• Private medical insurance

• Employee health cash-back plan

• Long-term sickness insurance

• Life assurance - a multiple of your annual basic salary 

• Enhanced family leave and pay

• OpenBlend - an innovative coaching and performance management tool

• Learning and Development - a range of programmes and initiatives to help you develop and reach your potential

• Employee Assistance Programme - 24/7 confidential access to expert services including counselling, wellbeing, and independent legal and financial advice

• Cycle 2 Work Scheme

• Season ticket loan

• Preferential access to tickets to England games

• Opportunities to be a part of and be involved in our Employee Resource groups: Women in Cricket Employee Network, Race in Cricket Employee Network, Social Equality in Cricket Employee Network, Cricketability Employee Network (formerly called the Disability in Cricket Employee Network) and LGBTQ+ Community in Cricket Employee Network

Please note that this role is office based and requires you to be in the office a minimum of three days per week.