Professional Umpire (3 positions available)

Organisation: England & Wales Cricket Board
Salary: Competitive
Location: Remote - England and Wales
Contract type
Closing date: 26 January 2026
Job Description: PURPOSE

To officiate matches, to the very highest standard, in men’s and women’s professional cricket in England and Wales.

WHO WE ARE

The England and Wales Cricket Board is the national governing body for all cricket in England and Wales, supporting the game at every level – from grassroots to professional.

We believe cricket is a force for good that can have an enduring impact on everyone’s lives and we have an ambitious strategy to inspire a generation to say ‘cricket is a game for me’. It provides great entertainment. It teaches important skills, both physical and social. It can help inclusion and social cohesion, bringing communities together.

The ECB wants cricket to be the most inclusive sport in England and Wales. The ECB welcomes applications from all backgrounds to ensure we deliver our Inspiring Generations strategy and fulfil our purpose to connect communities and improve lives through cricket.

We welcome applications from female umpires currently officiating in the women’s professional game, and we are keen to support progression across both the women’s and men’s games pathways.

OUR VALUES

Run on respect. We ensure our game is based on fairness, respect and decency.

Embrace enjoyment. We make sure everyone finds fun in the game.

Build belonging. We actively include so everyone can find a place in the game.

Progress with purpose. We stay open to change to keep the game moving forward.

YOU’LL LOVE THIS JOB IF

You want to pursue a career as a professional umpire.

YOU’LL BE DOING

PRE-MATCH PREPARATION

To ensure that all appropriate arrangements are in place to enable the effective smooth running and management of the match.

To work with key personnel (colleagues, players, ground management, media, etc.) to promote mutual trust, respect, openness and transparency.

To establish and agree match expectations with colleagues and players prior to the start of the match to ensure clarity and understanding

MATCH MANAGEMENT

To maintain effective communication on and off the field of play so that all parties are kept informed, and any potential misunderstandings are avoided.

During matches, to establish and maintain effective collaborative relationships with colleagues and other key personnel to ensure decisive, consistent, and efficient outcomes.

To make decisions based on available information taking in to account the consequences, ensuring that decisions are effectively communicated and adhered to.

To confidently and objectively manage conflict and contested situations, in order as far possible to enable understanding and acceptance of decisions.

To provide clear and effective communication with scorers throughout the match to ensure that information is recorded and maintained accurately.

To ensure consistency and fairness in the management of the match and in accordance with playing conditions and ECB Professional Conduct Regulations.

To liaise closely with grounds managers to ensure maintenance of the pitch is carried out in line with regulations.

To manage the processes and procedures at the conclusion of the match ensuring that all are correctly implemented and communicated including completion of all reporting requirements.

To escalate, as necessary, health and safety concerns to the relevant official.

YOU’LL HAVE

Ability to demonstrate high professional standards and present an image of a positive role-model in keeping with the values, ethics, and etiquette of the game.

Provide clarity and purpose to provide focus and direction to others.

Encourage and motivate others, creating trust and a feeling of being valued.

Be passionate about what you do – inspire pride in others and encourage them to challenge their own boundaries.

Be honest, consistent and fair in treatment of others.

Be resilient and able to operate effectively, when under pressure.

Have the confidence, willingness, and skills to hold difficult conversations with people promptly and effectively.

Able to communicate decisions (including tough ones) while understanding and appreciating the impact of them on others.

Communicate regularly, appropriately, and reciprocally, explaining and clarifying with patience and respect.

Able to create a strong team ethos with trust and integrity at its core, in partnership with the team.

Be emotionally intelligent and self- aware.

Have the confidence, knowledge and understanding to genuinely empower others to deliver to their potential.

Be self-motivated and keen to continually develop professionally, using available resources and always seeking to enhance performance and levels of expertise.

YOU’LL RECEIVE

Competitive salary

Holiday - 25 days a year

Volunteering – 2 days a year

Pension Scheme

Private medical insurance

Employee health cash-back plan

Long-term sickness insurance

Life assurance - a multiple of your annual basic salary 

Enhanced family leave and pay

OpenBlend - an innovative coaching and performance management tool

Learning and Development - a range of programmes and initiatives to help you develop and reach your potential

Employee Assistance Programme - 24/7 confidential access to expert services including counselling, wellbeing, and independent legal and financial advice

30% New Balance discount

Cycle 2 Work Scheme

Season ticket loan

Preferential access to tickets to England games

Opportunities to be a part of and be involved in our Employee Resource groups: Women in Cricket Employee Network, Race in Cricket Employee Network, Social Equality in Cricket Employee Network, Cricketability Employee Network (formerly called the Disability in Cricket Employee Network) and LGBTQ+ Community in Cricket Employee Network

Please note, interviews will take place on Tuesday 3rd February 2026, at the ECB Offices at Lord's Cricket Ground.
How to apply: Please apply at the following link: https://app.beapplied.com/apply/k17ijns4hz