Jordan will need no introduction to the non-league football community and beyond, having enjoyed a distinguished career in the professional game, which saw him capped for England at Under 18 and Under 20 levels.

In recent years, Jordan became something of a local legend with home town club, Hemel Hempstead Town, where he remains the club’s all-time top goalscorer and also enjoyed a successful period as interim manager.

In taking on the role of first team manager, Jordan will be ideally placed to preside over a pathway creating opportunities for aspiring players, as he also heads up JP Pro Football, which is dedicated to the development and progression of young players,

Jordan’s wealth of experience in both the professional and non-league game, together with his proven success in the development of young players, is seen as the perfect complement to realise the Club’s ambition of a swift return to step 3 of the National League system.

Kings Langley chairman Darren Eliot said: “We are absolutely delighted to have appointed Jordan. He is someone who knows the club well and has the perfect experience to take on this role.

“His previous spell as a player saw him quickly become a fan favourite and we are confident he will mould a team capable of delivering results and exciting the Langley faithful.”

Jordan Parkes said: “I’ve had a connection to Kings Langley for a number of years and I know how much this club means to so many. I’m excited to take on this challenge and work is already underway to build a side that can compete at step 4, with the aim of returning to step 3 as soon as possible.

“I plan to make the most of my background and experience in developing young players and I’ll be building a squad that will utilise experienced players while striving to create a direct pathway between the club’s youth teams and first team.”

Everyone at the club wishes Jordan the best of luck in his role as manager and we look forward to a successful season ahead.