SYFA Vacancy
VACANCY DETAILS
Job Title: Compliance & Administration Assistant
Location: Hampden Park, Glasgow (with scope for partial homeworking)
Contract: Full Time (35 hours/week)
Rate of Pay: £23,620
Closing Date: 14th August 2026 (we reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive a
high volume of suitable applications)
Job Summary
The Scottish Youth Football Association is seeking a highly organised Compliance & Administration
Assistant. This role is central to ensuring SYFA maintains high standards of governance, compliance, and
member support.
This is an exciting opportunity for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, has office and
administrative experience, and wants to make a real difference to youth football in Scotland.
This role requires you to prioritise your workload effectively to ensure the consistent delivery of a quality
service to our members.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
• Provide assistance to the Compliance Officer as required
• Provide assistance to the Head of Operations as required
• Provide administrative assistance with the SYFA Scottish Cup Competitions
• Respond promptly and professionally to email enquiries
• Provide effective administrative support across various areas of the organisation as required
• Assist with PVG processing and PVG Panel administration as required.
• Support diary management, scheduling, and room bookings
• Build supportive and effective relationships with member leagues and clubs
• Identify and implement improvements to enhance the SYFA member experience
Knowledge, Skills & Experience
Essential
• Commitment to safeguarding and child wellbeing is essential
• Excellent communication skills, including accurate, clear written skills and professional telephone manner.
• Exceptional organisation and time-management skills
• Proven experience in the application of office systems such as Microsoft Office
• Ability to adapt to new systems quickly and efficiently
• Ability to maintain records in an ordered and confidential manner
Desirable
• Experience using the COMET registration system
• Experience using the Globocol Case Management system
Competencies
• Demonstrates commitment, patience, and resilience in an environment of change.
• Passionate about providing exceptional service
• Personally responsible for building up own experience & filling knowledge gaps
• Shows respect, integrity, professionalism, and sensitivity in treatment of others
• Effectively balances competing priorities
Additional Requirements
• Flexibility to work some evenings and occasional weekends
To apply, please send a CV and cover letter to [email protected]
Please ensure your cover letter clearly outlines how your skills and experience match the role
requirements. Applications which do not include a cover letter will not be considered.
Should you wish to discuss the role in greater detail, please contact the Head of Operations, Olivia
McMahon, at [email protected]
By applying, you acknowledge that Artificial Intelligence may be used to assess and score your suitability for the role.
