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Overview
Requirements
Have the right to work in Spain
LALIGA doesn't mention sponsorship in the ad.
Work in English
English is required, per the ad.
Work on-site in Spain
No relocation package mentioned.
University degree
“Titulación universitaria en Gestión Deportiva, ADE, Educación, Recursos Humanos o áreas relacionadas.” — per the ad.
This job was automatically translated to English.
Pay & benefits
What you'll get
⚽ Why work at LALIGA?
You will be part of an organization with international projection and impact on the professional football and entertainment industry, contributing from LALIGA Business School to the development of the sector's future professionals.
You will be able to participate in projects with real impact, connect with professionals and organizations in the industry, and develop within a culture that promotes continuous learning, collaboration, and new ways of working supported by technology, data, and AI.
Requirements
What we're looking for
🔎 What are we looking for in you?
Essential requirements
- University degree in Sports Management, Business Administration, Education, Human Resources, or related areas.
- Between 1 and 3 years of experience in coordination, academic management, administrative, or similar positions.
- C1 level of English, spoken and written.
- Great capacity for organization, planning, and monitoring, especially for coordinating different stakeholders and processes simultaneously.
- Proactive, resourceful, and methodical profile, with a student orientation and attention to detail.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Nice to have
Valuable requirements
- Previous experience in academic coordination or employability, career services, or internship departments, especially in universities, business schools, or other educational institutions.
- Experience or knowledge in the Sport Business field.
- Knowledge of a second foreign language.
- Proficiency in digital management and collaboration tools.
- Familiarity or interest in automation, data analysis, and AI applied to work.
The role
LALIGA Business School Academic Coordinator ⚽🎓
Drive the academic and professional experience of talent looking to grow in the sports industry
At LALIGA Business School, we train professionals who want to develop their careers in a global and constantly evolving industry.
We are looking to hire an Academic Programs and Internships Coordinator in Madrid, with a key role both in the management of our programs and courses and in the coordination of our students' professional internships.
If you are passionate about educational management, employability, and Sport Business, here you will be able to grow by connecting training, talent, and companies within the LALIGA ecosystem.
🎯 What will your mission be?
You will coordinate the operational development of assigned academic programs and support our students during a fundamental stage of their training: their incorporation into professional internships.
You will be a connection point between students, companies, and universities, ensuring an agile and high-quality experience throughout the entire process.
Additionally, you will work in a culture increasingly supported by data, automation, and Artificial Intelligence, using new tools to optimize processes and dedicate more time to support and high-impact activities.
What you'll do
🚀 What will you do?
- Coordinate academic programs and courses, monitoring schedules, sessions, students, faculty, and operational needs.
- Manage students' professional internships from start to finish, supporting them throughout the process and conducting follow-up interviews to understand their interests, evolution, and needs.
- Maintain a direct relationship with collaborating companies, coordinating internship opportunities and facilitating the connection between organizational needs and student profiles.
- Manage the administrative side of internships with companies and universities, monitoring agreements, annexes, and necessary documentation.
- Support students during their academic and professional experience, serving as a point of reference to resolve doubts and incidents.
- Coordinate faculty and academic operations, providing schedules, materials, and support for the correct development of sessions.
- Contribute to the improvement and automation of processes, leveraging digital tools and applied AI to streamline monitoring, coordination, and management tasks.
Hiring process
🌍 Your next challenge can start here
If you want to contribute to both the academic development and the employability of our students, this is an opportunity to generate a direct impact on their professional future and continue growing within the LALIGA ecosystem.
We are looking for people eager to contribute, learn, and evolve in a global organization where talent, technology, data, and Artificial Intelligence are part of our way of moving forward.
Submit your application and be part of the LALIGA team. ⚽
About LALIGA
LALIGA is the organization that governs the top two professional football divisions in Spain, managing the commercial, media, and brand operations of the league and its 42 member clubs. With a global audience and a strong digital presence, the company has grown into a major sports and entertainment entity, employing over 1,000 people worldwide.
In Spain, LALIGA operates from its headquarters in Madrid, where it runs its commercial, marketing, and technology teams. The company is a major employer of international talent, with a strong focus on digital transformation, data, and fan engagement, making it an attractive destination for professionals in tech, marketing, and business roles. The company's culture is dynamic and fast-paced, with a strong emphasis on innovation and international collaboration.
- Industry
- Football
- Founded
- 1984
- Employees
- 1,000–5,000
- Headquarters
- Madrid, Spain
- In Spain
- Madrid
- Website
- laliga.com
Good to know if you are moving
- LALIGA's headquarters is in Madrid, Spain, making it a direct entry point for international professionals looking to work in Spain.
- The company is a major player in the sports and entertainment industry, with a strong focus on digital transformation and data analytics.
- Many roles are in marketing, technology, and business development, offering opportunities for international professionals with Spanish language skills.
- The organization has a global footprint, with offices in the US and other countries, but the main hub for its Spanish operations is Madrid.
- LALIGA offers a dynamic, fast-paced environment with a strong focus on innovation and international expansion.
In their own words
Additional information
At LALIGA, we promote equal opportunities and diversity, developing selection processes based on the capabilities, experience, and professional merit of each candidate.
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