Operator & License Owner, Chicago
Love Football (Soccer)? Love Business? Stranger Soccer is rolling out to key cities globally, and we’re seeking a License Owner / Operator to launch and operate the Stranger Soccer brand in Chicago.
This isn’t your regular management role — it’s truly built for someone who wants to run, grow, and own their own venture, while helping make football more accessible in their city. Best suited for entrepreneurial individuals who love football and enjoy seeing tangible results from their work.
⚽ About the Role
As License Owner/Operator, you will be responsible for establishing and growing Stranger Soccer in Chicago. You will oversee daily operations while building a strong, engaged football community.
This opportunity goes beyond typical employment — it is ideal for someone who enjoys hands-on ownership, is driven by performance, and wants to make a real impact in their city.
What You’ll Do
- Launch and grow Stranger Soccer operations in Chicago
- Secure and manage partnerships with football venues
- Recruit, train, and manage game hosts and part-time staff
- Drive player acquisition through creative marketing and community engagement
- Ensure a high-quality, consistent game experience that keeps players coming back
- Continuously improve and scale operations
You’ll be supported by our headquarters team in Singapore, including:
- Technology platform (app, payments, automation)
- Proven operating model
- Ongoing operational and marketing guidance
Who We’re Looking For
- Passionate about football with strong local insight
- Entrepreneurial mindset with a bias for action
- Comfortable taking ownership and driving measurable results
- Experience in operations, events, community building, or similar areas
- Strong communication and people leadership skills
What Makes This Opportunity Unique
- Full ownership and autonomy over local operations
- Direct impact on growth and success in your city
- Performance-driven structure with strong upside potential
- Opportunity to build and lead a local team
About Stranger Soccer
Stranger Soccer makes playing football as easy as going for a jog. Through our mobile app, players can browse games, book slots, and play anytime.
Born in Singapore, Stranger Soccer is now open in 10+ cities around the world, with over 100,000 games run. We continue to grow and are accepting applications from license partners who want to bring Stranger Soccer to their city.
How to Apply
To learn more about this opportunity, please visit:
(see “Bring Stranger Soccer to your City”)
If this aligns with your ambitions, we’d love to hear from you.
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