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Date Added: Sat 29/06/2024

Sports Consultant

Wokingham, RG40, UK
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Company: OSS

Job Type: Permanent, Full Time

Salary: £25000 - £27000/annum plus bonuses

Our client is an organisation that offers expert guidance and advice to student-athletes looking to further their academic and sporting careers in the US college sports system. The existing team is made up of former college athletes and college coaches who have been through this process, personally.

The services they provide include:

• Assessing and providing feedback/expectations to prospective student-athletes

• Working closely with students and their families to explain the college recruitment process

• Guiding students through each step in the process with a focus on their personal needs and preferences

• Working to obtain interest for student-athletes from a vast network of collegiate coaching contacts in the US

• Hosting 'Showcase' and 'Info Day' events to inform families about the whole experience and assess athlete suitability

• Providing assistance for students in the preparation for entrance exams, such as the ACT, SAT and TOEFL

• Discussing scholarship offers and helping our student-athletes to compare their options before deciding on their university choice

• Assisting them through the eligibility process

• Further guidance through college applications and admissions requirements

• Thorough guidance through the student visa application process

• Advice and help with the various admin responsibilities towards the end of the application process, such as health records, transcript evaluations, financial documents and housing forms

• Additional tips on travel logistics and insurance options

• Continued support for student-athletes throughout the entire time they're in the US, along with support for families at home

As a result of extensive growth, the company are looking to expand their team with conscientious and enthusiastic individuals who want to grow and develop within an ethical and supportive company.

This is an exciting and varied role where you will be part of an ambitious, fast-growing team dedicated to working with young student-athletes. You will have the opportunity to develop a wide range of skills and to lead projects.

This role is ideal for someone with experience as a former college athlete in the US university system, but is open to anyone with the requisite drive, personality and dedication to work closely with people and deliver results.

Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

* Arranging and conducting in-person and video meetings with potential clients

* Attending debriefing/feedback sessions with manager following potential client meetings

* Coordinating with managers to identify sales leads

* Identifying and assessing potential candidates, providing them with accurate feedback/expectations

* Sourcing potential candidates through various channels (e.g. social platforms, professional networks and attending sports events)

* Managing clients through the US college recruitment process from start to finish

* Liaising with US college coaches and develop a network of contacts

* Assisting with planning and running of events, including recruitment of attendees & support staff

* Meeting client expectations and maintaining good relationships with clients on behalf of Athleticademix

* Strong contribution to social media and website material, including blog posts, video Q&A's, podcasts, etc.

Preferred Experience:

* Work experience in recruitment, ideally in sports recruitment

* Experience in Sales and meeting targets

* Experience of involvement/knowledge of the US college sports system (former student-athlete, coach or both)

* Experience meeting and outperforming KPIs

* Strong familiarity with social media and using it for maximum reach

* Creative skills/mindset to contribute to marketing and social media campaigns

* Excellent verbal and written communication skills

* A passion for working with young people

* A strong understanding of the US college recruitment process and timelines

* The ability to perform under pressure in a fast-paced environment

* Self-motivated and experienced with managing and organising your own workload

* Excellent relationship-building skills

* Strong problem-solving skills and initiative

* Adaptable and thrives in new scenarios

* Ability to understand client requirements and translate this in job specifications

This is primarily a remote-working position, with some travel required, and with regular meet-ups with colleagues in person. The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate excellent self-management, time management and self-discipline whilst working remotely.

Salary circa £(phone number removed) salary, dependent on experience (plus performance related bonuses of up to £3,000 - £4,000 per year).

If you feel you have the required skills, submit your CV and contact Karen ASAP for more details
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