Job information

 

Division/Unit: Services/Travel, Accommodation & Conferences
Contract type: Permanent
Location: Nyon (up to one day working from home per week)
Start date: as soon as possible
Application deadline: 30.09.2026

 

 

 

Main goal

 

 

The Accommodation Manager leads the accommodation strategy, planning and delivery for UEFA National Team Competitions (NTC) and related events, ensuring high-quality accommodation solutions for teams, officials, VIP guests, partners and staff.

 

Acting as the accommodation project lead for major tournaments, including UEFA EURO 2028, the role oversees the full accommodation lifecycle, from hotel sourcing and contracting to operational delivery and event-time execution. The Accommodation Manager leads a dedicated team, manages key hotel and supplier partnerships, and drives accommodation excellence across UEFA’s NTC portfolio

 

 

 

Key responsibilities

 

 

Strategic planning and project leadership

 

Defining and delivering accommodation strategies, project plans, budgets and timelines for UEFA National Team Competitions and related events
Leading accommodation projects from concept to delivery, managing risks, stakeholders and suppliers to ensure successful outcomes
Building strong relationships with internal stakeholders, accommodation agencies, hotels and other service providers

 

Hotel contracting and procurement

 

Leading hotel sourcing, procurement procedures and contracting processes across the NTC portfolio
Negotiating and managing hotel contracts, rates, room inventories and reservation processes
Ensuring that accommodation solutions meet the needs of all stakeholder groups and are contractually compliant
Overseeing the performance of accommodation agencies, hotel and other suppliers to ensure that they fulfil their contractual obligations, provide the agreed service levels and meet all operational requirements

 

Operational management

 

Overseeing accommodation planning, operational readiness and delivery standards across the NTC portfolio
Ensuring alignment between accommodation operations and other event functional areas
Supporting accommodation project leads and monitoring delivery against agreed objectives and service standards
Managing accommodation programmes for teams, officials, VIP guests, teams, partners and staff for designated events

 

Event-time operations

 

Leading accommodation operations during tournaments and related events
Managing on-site accommodation teams and resolving operational challenges in a fast-paced environment
Monitoring service delivery, reporting to leadership and overseeing financial reconciliation

 

Leadership and team management

 

Leading, coaching and developing the NTC accommodation team fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability and continuous improvement
Setting priorities, allocating resources and ensuring effective workload management across competitions and projects
Providing guidance and support to accommodation project leads throughout planning and delivery phases
Supporting the recruitment, onboarding and development of event-time staff

 

 

 

Requirements

 

 

Experience:

 

At least 7 years of experience in accommodation, hospitality, event management or a related field, preferably in the context of international sporting events
Proven experience of managing complex projects and accommodation operations in a fast-paced environment
Experience overseeing accommodation delivery through agencies, suppliers or hotel partners for large-scale sporting events or similarly complex environments
Experience negotiating and managing hotel contracts, supplier relationships and procurement processes.
Previous people management experience, including team leadership, coaching and development.

 

Languages:

 

English: Proficient

 

Other requirements:

 

Relocation to Switzerland/France is expected
Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple workstreams, deadlines and stakeholders simultaneously
Highly organised, detail-oriented and solution-driven, with the ability to anticipate risks and resolve complex operational challenges
Willingness to travel within Europe/UEFA territory and work irregular hours during events