Premier League Foundation is appointing a new Chair to lead its Board of Trustees. The search is being run by Prospectus.
About the Foundation
Established in 2010, the Premier League Foundation invests Premier League and partner funding into professional football club charities, supporting sporting, educational, health and personal development opportunities for children, young people and communities across England and Wales. It works with a network of 106 club charities and has committed more than £450 million in grants since its inception.
The role
As Chair, you will lead the Board through the Foundation's next phase of development, helping shape its strategic direction and build on its achievements. Working closely with the Chief Executive, fellow Trustees, the Premier League and other key partners, you will support the Foundation to maximise its impact, maintain strong partnerships and deliver on its long-term ambitions. As a senior ambassador, you will help strengthen the Foundation's relationships and profile and champion its mission.
What they are looking for
- Significant senior leadership or Board-level experience, ideally including previous experience as a Chair, Vice Chair or committee Chair
- Strong strategic judgement and an understanding of governance, financial oversight, organisational risk and long-term sustainability
- A track record of building trusted relationships and influencing senior stakeholders, including major funders, government and strategic partners
- Excellent communication and ambassadorial skills
- The ability to lead inclusive and effective Board discussions, balancing collaboration with constructive challenge and accountability
- A strong commitment to safeguarding, equality, diversity and inclusion, and the power of football to create positive social change
- High levels of integrity and a commitment to the Nolan Principles of Public Life
Experience as a Chair, or knowledge of football, sport for development, youth, education, community development or the wider charitable sector, would be advantageous.
Key details
- Remuneration: unremunerated, with reasonable expenses paid
- Location: remote, with travel to Premier League offices in London for Board meetings and occasional travel elsewhere
- Time commitment: the Board meets four times a year; estimated total commitment is 12-15 days per year
How to apply
Upload your CV and a supporting statement (no more than 1,000 words) on the Prospectus website. The full Appointment Brief is available on the same page.
Recruitment timeline
- Deadline for applications: Sunday 15 November 2026
- Interviews with Prospectus: 18-23 November 2026
- Interviews with Premier League Foundation: Thursday 3 December 2026
For an informal discussion, contact James Rice (Senior Project Consultant) at james.rice@prospect-us.co.uk or Børge Andreassen (Managing Director) at borge.andreassen@prospect-us.co.uk.
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About the Foundation
Established in 2010, the Premier League Foundation invests Premier League and partner funding into professional football club charities, supporting sporting, educational, health and personal development opportunities for children, young people and communities across England and Wales. It works with a network of 106 club charities and has committed more than £450 million in grants since its inception.
The role
As Chair, you will lead the Board through the Foundation's next phase of development, helping shape its strategic direction and build on its achievements. Working closely with the Chief Executive, fellow Trustees, the Premier League and other key partners, you will support the Foundation to maximise its impact, maintain strong partnerships and deliver on its long-term ambitions. As a senior ambassador, you will help strengthen the Foundation's relationships and profile and champion its mission.
What they are looking for
- Significant senior leadership or Board-level experience, ideally including previous experience as a Chair, Vice Chair or committee Chair
- Strong strategic judgement and an understanding of governance, financial oversight, organisational risk and long-term sustainability
- A track record of building trusted relationships and influencing senior stakeholders, including major funders, government and strategic partners
- Excellent communication and ambassadorial skills
- The ability to lead inclusive and effective Board discussions, balancing collaboration with constructive challenge and accountability
- A strong commitment to safeguarding, equality, diversity and inclusion, and the power of football to create positive social change
- High levels of integrity and a commitment to the Nolan Principles of Public Life
Experience as a Chair, or knowledge of football, sport for development, youth, education, community development or the wider charitable sector, would be advantageous.
Key details
- Remuneration: unremunerated, with reasonable expenses paid
- Location: remote, with travel to Premier League offices in London for Board meetings and occasional travel elsewhere
- Time commitment: the Board meets four times a year; estimated total commitment is 12-15 days per year
How to apply
Upload your CV and a supporting statement (no more than 1,000 words) on the Prospectus website. The full Appointment Brief is available on the same page.
Recruitment timeline
- Deadline for applications: Sunday 15 November 2026
- Interviews with Prospectus: 18-23 November 2026
- Interviews with Premier League Foundation: Thursday 3 December 2026
For an informal discussion, contact James Rice (Senior Project Consultant) at james.rice@prospect-us.co.uk or Børge Andreassen (Managing Director) at borge.andreassen@prospect-us.co.uk.