Data and Analytics (Football)

Data and Analytics (Football)
Greater Manchester
40,000-45,000

Excellent opportunity for a Senior Data Analyst, Performance Analyst, or Scout from within professional football to join an ambitious set up offering the chance to get involved in recruitment across all teams as this club looks to shift their recruitment culture.

In this role you will build reports on current players, on current and future transfer targets, and map several different leagues in the UK and in Europe to try and spot the profile of player that will thrive in different systems. You'll define KPI's and performance metrics for the databases you build using SQL. You'll deliver data-backed insights in senior-level recruitment meetings.

The ideal candidate will be data-savvy and competent working with SQL, R, Python, and Excel. Candidates must have experience with at least one of the following data providers: Wyscout, Opta, Hudl, Skillcorner, StatsBomb, or similar. Candidates will have some proven experience as a Senior Data Analyst, Scouting, or Performance Analytics within professional/elite level football.

This is a fantastic opportunity to help shape the future of recruitment for years to come at an ambitious club!

The Role:
*SQL, R, Python, and Excel
*WyScout, Opta, Hudl, Skillcorner, StatsBomb or similar
*Working with MD, Owner, Manager, and the recruitment team to select targets for recruitment
*Defining KPIs and metrics on which to base decision making

The Person:
*Experience within professional/elite level football
*Senior Data Analysis, Performance Analysis, and/or Scouting experience
*Commutable to the Greater Manchester area
*SQL, Python, R, and Excel experience

Reference Number: BBBH(phone number removed)

To apply for this role or for to be considered for further roles, please click "Apply Now" or contact Tommy Williams at Rise Technical Recruitment.

Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd acts an employment agency for permanent roles and an employment business for temporary roles.

The salary advertised is the bracket available for this position. The actual salary paid will be dependent on your level of experience, qualifications and skill set. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates.