Position: WLL Lacrosse Operations Manager
Position Location: Remote/Onsite to all 10 WLL weekends
Start Date: January 2026
About:
The
Maybelline Women’s Lacrosse League (WLL) is a women’s professional lacrosse league in North America, composed of four teams rostered by the best players in the world. Launched in November 2024 by the Premier Lacrosse League (PLL), the WLL represents the league’s biggest investment in women’s lacrosse to date. The PLL is co-founded by lacrosse superstar, philanthropist, and investor Paul Rabil and his brother, serial entrepreneur and investor, Mike Rabil. The PLL is backed by an investment group composed of Joe Tsai Sports, The Chernin Group, Arctos, Brett Jefferson Holdings, The Raine Group, Creative Artists Agency (CAA), The Kraft Group, Bolt Capital and other top investors in sports and media. The WLL and PLL are distributed through an exclusive media rights agreement with ESPN. For more on the league, visit
www.premierlacrosseleague.com/womens-lacrosse-league and follow on social media: Instagram (@WLL), Twitter (@WLacrosseLeague), Facebook (@WomensLacrosseLeague), and TikTok (@WomensLacrosseLeague).
Company Values:
- Stay Grounded
- Think Critically
- Be Helpful
- Encourage Creativity
- Persevere Through the Noise
- Operate Like an Owner
Position Overview:
The WLL is seeking an Operations Manager for the Lacrosse Product team. This role will take the lead on providing a professional, top-notch experience for our athletes. Along with the lacrosse team, they will oversee all player and lacrosse-related logistics, including, but not limited to: travel, food, hydration, transportation, hotels, and practices. They will manage the Club Liaisons and serve as a resource for the players and coaching staff. They will help lead on the product and competition aspects of the WLL.
Qualifications:
Product and competition:
- Lead annual and long-term rule evaluation and implementation.
- Manage coaches and officials year-round, including regular check-ins and evaluations.
- Serve as the primary point of contact for player agents; manage records and facilitate follow-up.
- Drive College Draft planning and Rookie Symposium execution.
- Manage All-Star, End-of-Year Awards, and Hall of Fame voting processes.
- Oversee roster management and communication systems, including free agency, contracts, and all player movement.
Operational responsibilities:
- Attend all event weekends to oversee player logistics (travel, meals, hydration, transport, uniforms, equipment, media, practice fields).
- Manage Club Liaisons and ensure consistent delivery of the player experience.
- Approve player travel and enforce travel booking processes.
- Assist with equipment and uniform/apparel ordering and fulfillment. Additionally, be able to track against the allocated spend for each brand.
- Work with the PLL operations team to ensure practice fields are set up and meet WLL standards.
- Support off-season operations, including hiring/training Club Liaisons, evaluating amenities, and enhancing player programs.
- Source vendors and place meal orders while tracking costs, monitoring preferences, and ensuring timely service for athletes and staff.
- Lead the communication of weekly itineraries for all teams, including weekend schedules, key locations, and any additional information essential for a smooth game weekend.
Player engagement:
- Maintain ongoing relationships with players, coaches, and officials.
- Support partnerships that serve player needs in- and off-season.
- Manage player requests and appearances.
Requirements:
- Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Strong communication and leadership abilities.
- Ability to adapt quickly, problem-solve, and remain composed under pressure.
- High EQ and a service-oriented mindset.
- Proficiency with spreadsheets, office tools, and reporting systems.
- Team-oriented with a growth mindset.
- Ability and enthusiasm to travel to all league event weekends and key league programs.
- Maintain strong relationships with external partners and brands.
Compensation:
- $60,000-$70,000 per year
- Based on the candidate’s experience, and seniority
- The total compensation package includes Annual Bonus, Health, Life, Dental, and Vision Insurance, 401(k) plan, Equity Sharing, Mental Health Stipend, Unlimited PTO, and Paid Parental Leave
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, gender identity, marital or veteran status, or any other protected class.
