First Team Manager Vacancy

Aylesbury United Football Club is seeking an ambitious, driven and forward-thinking First Team Manager to lead the next phase of the club's development.

Reporting directly to the Board of Directors, you will be responsible for all first-team football operations, delivering immediate performance improvements while building a sustainable football programme capable of challenging for promotion within three years. 

The Opportunity

This is an exciting opportunity to take charge of a historic community football club with clear ambitions both on and off the pitch. We are looking for a manager who can establish a strong football identity, build a winning culture, develop players, strengthen recruitment and enhance the connection between the club, its supporters and the local community. 

Key Responsibilities

You will:

• Lead all first-team football operations.

• Develop and implement a clear playing philosophy and team culture.

• Recruit, retain and develop players capable of achieving the club's ambitions.

• Improve fitness, professionalism and accountability throughout the squad.

• Work closely with the Board to deliver short and long-term football objectives.

• Build positive relationships with supporters, volunteers, sponsors and local stakeholders.

• Act as an ambassador for the club through media, community and sponsor engagement activities.

Our Vision

We are seeking a manager who can help deliver:

Year 1 – Build Foundations

• Establish a recognisable football identity.

• Create a strong dressing room culture.

• Maintain Step 4 status.

• Improve supporter engagement and attendance.

Year 2 – Play-Off Challenge

• Strengthen squad depth and quality.

• Integrate young and local talent.

• Compete consistently in the top six.

Year 3 – Promotion Push

• Build a squad capable of achieving promotion.

• Establish a sustainable recruitment model.

• Help position Aylesbury United among the best-run clubs at Step 4 level. 

What We Are Looking For

Essential

• Experience as a First Team Manager, Assistant Manager or Head Coach at Step 3-5 level.

• Proven ability to improve team performance and league position.

• Experience in player recruitment, retention and squad building.

• Track record of developing players and integrating young talent.

• Experience operating within defined football budgets.

• Ability to build effective relationships with boards, volunteers, sponsors and supporters.

Desirable

• Experience within the Southern League, Isthmian League or Northern Premier League.

• Previous promotion or play-off success.

• UEFA B Licence or higher.

• Experience implementing a long-term football strategy.

Why Join Aylesbury United?

This role offers the opportunity to shape the future direction of an ambitious club with strong community values, passionate supporters and a clear vision for success. You will have the platform to build something sustainable, develop local talent and leave a lasting legacy both on and off the pitch. 

Apply

Interested candidates should submit a football CV and a covering letter outlining their suitability for the role, including their football philosophy, recent achievements and vision for leading Aylesbury United FC to vacancies@aylesburyunited.co.uk - all correspondence will be treated in strictest confidence.