Leeds Rhinos announce a major off-field restructure

“This decision will enhance Rhinos fortunes now and into the future. It’s a big job and we’re looking for someone with extensive sporting experience to lead our plan to build a culture of excellence, innovation and learning to support performance and development and someone who can make a difference.

“This will be done as part of our strategic plan to develop Men’s and Women’s Rugby League to the highest possible level within our financial means, in line with our mission and values. Clearly, winning on the ground is a key focus for this new role, but perhaps more importantly, doing so while developing an environment for long-term sustainable success that fosters the best local talent through recruitment of world-class players.”

The statement concluded: “Hetherington emphasized that by handing over day-to-day responsibilities for the rugby department to the new hire and all decisions relating to the retention and recruitment of players and staff, it will allow him to focus more on business and revenue. stream the challenges facing the club.

The Rhinos expect to receive internal and external applications for the newly created position, with the recruitment process beginning immediately and expected to conclude in early June.