Academy Data Analyst - Halewood

Who are we: Everton Football Club is one of world sport's most respected and revered names - a by-word for innovation, professionalism and community. During the course of a glittering history spanning three centuries, we have been shaped and guided by our aspirational motto Nil Satis Nisi Optimum - nothing but the best is good enough. One of only three clubs to have been a founder member of both the Football League and Premier League, our Men’s Senior Team has played more games in English football's top-flight than any other, winning nine league titles, five FA Cups and a European Cup Winners’ Cup.

In summer 2025, we embarked on an exciting new journey at Hill Dickinson Stadium, a world-class waterfront arena on the banks of Liverpool’s iconic River Mersey. The newest, most sustainable and most accessible stadium in the Premier League, our new home is also a state-of-the-art 365-venue for non-footballing events and conferences. On the pitch, we remain committed to developing and supporting teams across our Men’s, Women’s and Academy set-ups that inspire, bring pride and continue to compete at the highest level of the game.

About the opportunity: We are looking for an aspiring and highly motivated individual pursuing a career in professional sport and data to join our Performance Insights team at Finch Farm. As the Academy Data Analyst you will lead the development and build of the Academy’s data systems. You will work closely with Academy leadership to identify key areas of opportunity and play an integral role in shaping the Academy’s use of data. You will lead on the design, build, and delivery of data systems from extraction and transformation through to load. As a member of the Performance Insights department, you will benefit from working closely with highly skilled and experienced data experts. The role offers a diverse set of challenges providing an exciting and fast-paced environment in which to develop your professional skills. Self-improvement is a key part of the role, and you will be supported and guided in your development. This is an ideal role for someone who has a strong foundation in data and is looking to build on or start a career in football.

Who we’re looking for: Essentially, you will be qualified to degree level (or equivalent) in a quantitative subject and are skilled in using SQL and/or Python to work with and manipulate data. You enjoy and excel when working as part of a cohesive and highly motivated team and share a passion and enjoyment of data. You have a high desire to work in an elite sporting environment and value the unique opportunities and challenges it provides. You enjoy taking leadership on data projects working closely with end users to understand their challenges and help find solutions. You understand the importance of effective communication and building strong relationships when implementing data systems. If you feel you are at the point of wanting to develop your data career within a Premier League football setting, then make your application today.

The role is permanent and will be based at Finch Farm training ground in Liverpool (Halewood); working 40 hours per week, the closing date of this advert is Friday 20th February 2026. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should we receive a substantial amount of applications.

Everton Family Safer Recruitment Practices: The Everton Family is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. As a requirement of our safer recruitment practices, this role will require either an Enhanced or Basic DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) check or evidence that you are subscribed to the DBS Update Service information of which can be found here. This role is subject to both evidence and verification of relevant qualifications including proof of eligibility to work in the UK which will be discussed with you if your application is successful.

Equity & Inclusion: Everton is committed to ensuring everyone is respected, celebrated, and empowered for who they are, regardless of their identity. We welcome applications from people with diverse backgrounds, and those from racially diverse communities. We are dedicated to supporting the physical and mental/emotional wellbeing of all our people. Should you have a disability or long-term health condition and require reasonable adjustments to be made to the application/interview/onboarding process, please let us know by contacting the Talent Acquisition Team via email. To support our pledge to diversify our organisation and through our commitment to the FA’s Football Leadership Diversity Code, Everton welcomes applications from people of all walks of life. As part of our commitment to Disability, Inclusion and Accessibility we are more than happy to make reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process should you require.