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Leicester continue with restructure by filling new role from Wales
By Josh Raisey
Leicester Tigers have named Huw Bevan as their new head of rugby operations.
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Bevan will leave the Welsh Rugby Union and arrive at Welford Road before the end of the year to take on the new role at the club.
Bevan is currently Wales’ interim performance director, a role he has held since April 2023, but previously held roles with USA Rugby, Ospreys, Dragons and the England and Wales Cricket Board.
The head of rugby operations role was created following Richard Wilks’ departure as general manager in the summer. The club announced club legend Dan Cole’s appointment as recruitment & retention manager at the same time in what was a summer of structural change.
“I’m delighted to be joining Leicester Tigers — it is a brilliant opportunity for anyone working in elite sport,” Bevan said after his move to England was announced.
“There wouldn’t be many other jobs that would make me want to leave Wales, but this is one of the great clubs with a rich rugby history. I’m looking forward to supporting their evolution.”
Tigers head coach Geoff Parling said: “Welcome to Huw, who I’m looking forward to working with to help build some solid foundations for success. I knew that this would be a key appointment so it’s great to get someone of his calibre and personality at Leicester,”
Tigers CEO Andrea Pinchen added: “We are delighted that Huw is joining the club, he brings a wealth of knowledge and experience into our environment that will drive our men’s, women’s and academy programmes forward.
“In the meetings Geoff Parling and I had with Huw it became apparent very quickly that we are aligned in our ambitions for the club and to building strong foundations for the future with our academies.”
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