CAREER DEVELOPMENT.

To build a meaningful career in professional football, managers and coaches need to be proactively committed to their own career development. The volatility of the employment market creates uncertainty, but it also creates opportunities for those who are able to navigate the complexities of the industry, engage effectively with the job market and consider both domestic and overseas roles.

The LMA’s career development programme offers all members access to a substantial package of support, including one-to-one career coaching, expert-led masterclasses, focused webinar sessions and a growing library of self-guided resources. This support helps managers develop greater self-awareness, understand how they are perceived, refine their employability, engage effectively with clubs and agents, and plan strategically for the next steps in their careers.

Area of Focus1-to-1 SupportEducationResources

“The LMA really cares about you. They want their members to have the best opportunity to succeed and are there to support you in every part of the journey."

Karen Hills
LMA Member

Areas of Focus

  • Self-Awareness

  • Psychometric Profiling

  • Values & Beliefs

  • The Employment Landscape

  • Overseas Opportunities

  • Job Roles & Trends

  • Data & Statistics

  • Career Audit

  • Needs Analysis & Competencies

  • Development Action Plans

  • Brand & Visibility

  • Candidate Pools

  • Career Transitions

  • Networking Opportunities

  • Interview Support

  • CV & Cover Letter Support

1-to-1 Support

Career Coaching

One-to-one career coaching for members provides tailored guidance to help you strengthen leadership skills, navigate career transitions, and achieve professional goals on and off the pitch. Each session focuses on your unique challenges and ambitions, supporting long-term growth and performance in a competitive industry.

Throughout the season the LMA Institute of Leadership and High Performance runs a programme of full day, face-to-face masterclasses at professional football and elite sport venues around the country.

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Career Audit

The career audit service for members is a one-off session with an LMA Career Expert to review your achievements, clarify your direction, and set clear goals. This session provides you with a personalised action plan to guide your next steps in advancing your career in football.

Throughout the season the LMA Institute of Leadership and High Performance runs a programme of full day, face-to-face masterclasses at professional football and elite sport venues around the country.

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LMA Leaders Programme

The LMA Leaders Programme is a tailored, needs-based initiative designed to support managers aspiring to a career at the highest level in the football industry. Members are matched with a Programme Coach who guides them through a year-long coaching journey, taking time to understand their individual needs and connect them with tailored support where necessary.

Throughout the season the LMA Institute of Leadership and High Performance runs a programme of full day, face-to-face masterclasses at professional football and elite sport venues around the country.

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COACHINSIDE

This partnership will provide members the opportunity to engage directly with their personal COACHINSIDE profile and data, sharing relevant information with the wider industry and building a portfolio that can be used as a reference point for their professional development and prospective future employers.

Throughout the season the LMA Institute of Leadership and High Performance runs a programme of full day, face-to-face masterclasses at professional football and elite sport venues around the country.

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Education

  • Webinars

  • Masterclass Sessions

  • Embedded in the LMA Diploma in Football Management Curriculum

Resources

  • The Self-Improvement Guide

  • The Manager's Playbook

  • Articles

  • Videos

    LMA Online Platform

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Please contact Mike Gilmore using the button below:

Mike Gilmore

LMA Member Services Manager

“The LMA’s career coaching encouraged me to think outside the box, be confident to network and helped me position my CV for a number of roles.”

Terry Connor
LMA Member

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