Wasserman
Accreditation & Compliance Manager, US
Wasserman, Charlotte, North Carolina, United States, 28245
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Wasserman operates at the epicenter of sports, music and entertainment, serving talent, brands and properties on a global scale. Wasserman Live specializes in delivering branding and signage, custom fabrication, live event production and experiential operations across sports, music and entertainment. Working with the world’s most iconic properties and brands, we elevate live events to make them unforgettable.
Headquartered in Los Angeles, Wasserman's presence spans 28 countries and more than 70 cities, including New York, London, Abu Dhabi, Amsterdam, Hong Kong, Madrid, Mexico City, Toronto, Paris and Sydney. For more information, please visit www.teamwass.com.
Job Overview We’re looking for an Accreditation & Compliance Manager to support the Accreditation process for the FIFA World Cup 2026. In this role, you’ll serve as the main point of contact between our team and FIFA, ensuring that all accreditation applications are submitted accurately, on time, and in compliance with tournament policies. This position is vital to ensuring smooth operational readiness and access management for all accredited personnel, aligning closely with FIFA’s Accreditation Client Group Management Team and operational leads.
This role is a full-time, fixed-term opportunity from January 12, 2026 - July 31, 2026.
What You’ll Do
Act as the primary liaison between our team and FIFA for all accreditation-related matters
Coordinate with FIFA Operational Leads to discuss staffing plans, accreditation needs, and access permissions
Guide applicants through the accreditation process or submit applications on their behalf within established deadlines
Identify appropriate accreditation pass types and communicate restrictions and permissions to organizational personnel
Verify all applicant information, including identification details, passport data, expiration dates, and required photographs, ensuring accuracy and compliance with FIFA accreditation standards
Identify and flag invalid, incomplete, or non-compliant data and proactively notify relevant parties, updating or correcting information to avoid delays in the accreditation process
Ensure all mandatory applicant data is submitted accurately and in accordance with operational timelines
Maintain detailed records of accreditation submissions and monitor progress to meet key submission milestones:
25% of applications submitted by 1 March 2026
50% by 1 April 2026
75% by 15 April 2026
95% by 1 May 2026
Collaborate with the Accreditation Client Group Management Team for system access, registration setup, and process support
Uphold compliance with all relevant policies, including FIFA’s Accreditation Terms and Conditions and the Safeguarding and Anti-Discrimination Code of Conduct
Provide ongoing communication and training to staff to ensure awareness of accreditation policies, processes, and system updates
Support operational readiness by proactively identifying and resolving accreditation issues or delays
What We’re Looking For
Prior experience in major event operations, accreditation management, team coordination, or project administration
Strong organizational and communication skills with the ability to manage high volumes of data and deadlines
Detail-oriented mindset with proven experience in document management and compliance processes
Ability to build strong working relationships with internal teams, external partners, and event stakeholders
Proficiency in using online registration systems, databases, and Microsoft Office tools
Ability to work efficiently under pressure in a fast-paced, global event environment
Familiarity with FIFA tournaments, large-scale sporting events, or accreditation systems preferred
Wasserman does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, religion, age, national origin, marital status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other reason prohibited by law in provision of employment opportunities and benefits.
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Accreditation & Compliance Manager, US
role at
Wasserman
1 day ago • Be among the first 25 applicants
Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features.
Wasserman operates at the epicenter of sports, music and entertainment, serving talent, brands and properties on a global scale. Wasserman Live specializes in delivering branding and signage, custom fabrication, live event production and experiential operations across sports, music and entertainment. Working with the world’s most iconic properties and brands, we elevate live events to make them unforgettable.
Headquartered in Los Angeles, Wasserman's presence spans 28 countries and more than 70 cities, including New York, London, Abu Dhabi, Amsterdam, Hong Kong, Madrid, Mexico City, Toronto, Paris and Sydney. For more information, please visit www.teamwass.com.
Job Overview We’re looking for an Accreditation & Compliance Manager to support the Accreditation process for the FIFA World Cup 2026. In this role, you’ll serve as the main point of contact between our team and FIFA, ensuring that all accreditation applications are submitted accurately, on time, and in compliance with tournament policies. This position is vital to ensuring smooth operational readiness and access management for all accredited personnel, aligning closely with FIFA’s Accreditation Client Group Management Team and operational leads.
This role is a full-time, fixed-term opportunity from January 12, 2026 - July 31, 2026.
What You’ll Do
Act as the primary liaison between our team and FIFA for all accreditation-related matters
Coordinate with FIFA Operational Leads to discuss staffing plans, accreditation needs, and access permissions
Guide applicants through the accreditation process or submit applications on their behalf within established deadlines
Identify appropriate accreditation pass types and communicate restrictions and permissions to organizational personnel
Verify all applicant information, including identification details, passport data, expiration dates, and required photographs, ensuring accuracy and compliance with FIFA accreditation standards
Identify and flag invalid, incomplete, or non-compliant data and proactively notify relevant parties, updating or correcting information to avoid delays in the accreditation process
Ensure all mandatory applicant data is submitted accurately and in accordance with operational timelines
Maintain detailed records of accreditation submissions and monitor progress to meet key submission milestones:
25% of applications submitted by 1 March 2026
50% by 1 April 2026
75% by 15 April 2026
95% by 1 May 2026
Collaborate with the Accreditation Client Group Management Team for system access, registration setup, and process support
Uphold compliance with all relevant policies, including FIFA’s Accreditation Terms and Conditions and the Safeguarding and Anti-Discrimination Code of Conduct
Provide ongoing communication and training to staff to ensure awareness of accreditation policies, processes, and system updates
Support operational readiness by proactively identifying and resolving accreditation issues or delays
What We’re Looking For
Prior experience in major event operations, accreditation management, team coordination, or project administration
Strong organizational and communication skills with the ability to manage high volumes of data and deadlines
Detail-oriented mindset with proven experience in document management and compliance processes
Ability to build strong working relationships with internal teams, external partners, and event stakeholders
Proficiency in using online registration systems, databases, and Microsoft Office tools
Ability to work efficiently under pressure in a fast-paced, global event environment
Familiarity with FIFA tournaments, large-scale sporting events, or accreditation systems preferred
Wasserman does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, religion, age, national origin, marital status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other reason prohibited by law in provision of employment opportunities and benefits.
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