Senior Academy Scout

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About the role

We’re looking for a Senior Academy Scout to join our Academy Recruitment team, where you will operate within the Club’s established framework, player profiles and scouting methodology to support informed and effective decision‑making across Talent Identification. You’ll work closely with the Academy Recruitment Director, Academy Scouting Director and Scout Analysts to identify academy‑level players across the UK and Europe, while managing three Regional Scouts across the British Isles. This is a pivotal role in a highly competitive recruitment environment, requiring deep understanding of development pathways, player traits, scouting insights and emerging talent trends.

Your impact

• Lead the identification and monitoring of academy‑level players across the UK and Europe.
• Manage Regional Scouts (NI, ROI & Scotland) and ensure structured, high‑quality reporting and six‑weekly cross‑checks.
• Provide detailed Talent ID insights, maintain accurate coverage records, and support decision‑ready processes for high potential academy players who fit the Newcastle United players profiles.
• Produce high‑level reports for senior Academy recruitment leaders, outlining opportunities and key emerging players.
• Influence decision‑making as part of the core recruitment group, ensuring we remain ahead of competitors.
• Support analysts with pitching videos and contribute to structured workflows and data‑driven insights.
• Travel internationally as required to assess target players.
• You’ll play an active leadership role, ensuring CPD is in place for your team and ensuring compliance with people processes and safeguarding expectations.

What you’ll bring

• Significant experience within a high‑end Premier League recruitment environment.
• Detailed football knowledge including game models, playing styles and technical/tactical/physical/psychological player traits.
• Strong discipline in following workflows and excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Experience of key industry systems (e.g., Wyscout, Hudl, Sportscode, Studio).
• Ability to work independently and remotely while maintaining team cohesion.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to make well‑substantiated recommendations.
• Understanding of how data contributes to recruitment decisions.
• Growth mindset, adaptability and comfort with evolving recruitment trends.
• Ability to meet strict deadlines with professionalism and composure.
• FA Level 3 Talent ID (or equivalent).

Benefits

We offer a fantastic range of rewards including participation in our non‑contractual employee bonus scheme, NUFC life assurance, free parking, discounts at Shearers Bar and the Club Shop, access to the Helping Hand wellbeing platform, pension contributions, free lunch and refreshments, plus salary‑sacrifice benefits including tech, car and cycle‑to‑work schemes.

United As One

We’re committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and believe in equal opportunities for all. We recognise that the diversity of our people is one of our greatest strengths. We work together to reflect the communities we serve and to maintain an inclusive environment where everyone can be their authentic self.

Safeguarding

We are dedicated to providing a safe environment where everyone is heard, valued and able to thrive. This role requires an Enhanced DBS with Barred List Check. Safeguarding is everyone’s responsibility, and all colleagues are expected to operate in line with Club policies and best practice.

How to apply

For further information on this role and about the club and our values please visit our careers page. Please apply as soon as possible as this vacancy may close early should we receive a high volume of suitable candidates. Recruitment Agencies – please note that we do not accept unsolicited / speculative candidate details or applications. Any candidates supplied, unless formally requested, will be taken as a direct / free candidate.

Location: Southampton, City of Southampton, England, United Kingdom