Head of Fitness

Head of Fitness

About the Company

Top-performing sports team

Industry

Sports

Type

Privately Held

Founded

2007

Employees

51-200

Categories

• Sporting Goods
• Hospitality
• Membership Organizations
• Sports Teams & Leagues
• Sports
• Soccer
• Gaming
• Athletics
• Film
• Recreation

About the Role

The Company is seeking a Head, Fitness to join their team. The successful candidate will be a dynamic fitness coach with a deep understanding of the demands placed on elite footballers. This role is pivotal in driving the performance improvements of players and the return-to-play process, requiring a high level of competence in strength and conditioning for elite athletes, as well as a deep understanding of injury pathology related to football. The Head, Fitness will be responsible for end-stage rehab in collaboration with medical staff, providing detailed insights and reporting on player loading and performance, leading the gym program, and designing individual injury mitigation programs. The role also involves supporting the integration of performance philosophy across all phases of the club and may include travel with the team. The ideal candidate for the Head, Fitness position at the company will be authentic, a passionate leader, highly collaborative, adaptable, composed, enthusiastic, curious, selfless, and a creative problem solver. They should have a Bachelor's degree in a related field, with a preference for a Master's degree, and at least 4 years of experience in elite soccer as a strength and conditioning coach, fitness coach, or player. Essential qualifications include a National Strength and Conditioning Association Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) or equivalent. The role demands a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, as well as the ability to work with different departments and stakeholders. The candidate should be prepared to work non-traditional hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, and be willing to travel with the team as required.

Hiring Manager Title

Director of Performance

Travel Percent

Less than 10%

Functions