At a Glance
- Tasks: Collect live soccer data and collaborate with analysts during matches.
- Company: Join Stats Perform, a leader in sports data and AI innovation.
- Benefits: Gain experience in sports analysis and work in a dynamic environment.
- Other info: Flexible hours with weekend work; perfect for sports enthusiasts!
- Why this job: Be part of the action and contribute to the future of sports analytics.
- Qualifications: Passion for soccer, strong communication skills, and attention to detail.
The predicted salary is between 20000 - 30000 £ per year.
Become an In-Ground Correspondent for Soccer! What is the job purpose: To be an In-Ground Correspondent working on behalf of Stats Perform to collect our Opta data for analysis within the collection hubs.
Key Responsibilities:
- Ensure timely delivery of team-sheets and pre-game information in line with Opta deadlines.
- Analysts are expected to be at the ground up to 90 minutes before kick-off.
- Collection of in-play statistics and analysis live from the venues.
- Working in collaboration with In-Office analysts to provide accurate live data during the matches.
- Confirmation and clarification of data collected via official sources where possible and appropriate.
- Acquire specialist knowledge of the teams designated to you in order to ensure high-quality live analysis.
Personal Competencies Required:
- Reliability and Availability: Analysts are expected to be available for the vast majority if not all of their designated team’s home matches. These will take place on weekends and weekday evenings with some matches taking place at other times. Weekend working is a given!
- Understanding of the Game: Analysts must have an established knowledge of Soccer including matchday procedures, in-game events, and some knowledge of the team(s) in their area.
- Punctuality and Diligence: All Opta staff must understand the importance of punctuality surrounding live matches and the diligence required when covering such events. Honesty, integrity, and attention to detail are all vitally important characteristics of any Opta analyst.
- Interpretation and Communication: Analysts need to have the ability to interpret what they are seeing in front of them in an accurate and timely fashion before communicating it clearly and concisely to the In-Office Analyst they are working with.
Training and Development:
- Analysts are expected to commit to ongoing training and improvement via specific, ongoing feedback and quality assurance measures. Training sessions will take place during the close season and periodically throughout the year.
Requirements:
- Excellent communication skills
- In-depth knowledge of Soccer accompanied by a genuine passion for the sport
- Attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy
- Knowledge and awareness of a club or clubs in your region
- Experience of performance analysis and/or data collection would be an advantage
We are looking forward to your application!
Soccer In-Ground Correspondent - Ayrshire, Scotland employer: statsperformacademy
At Stats Perform, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work culture that thrives on passion for soccer and innovation. Our Ayrshire location provides unique opportunities for personal growth through ongoing training and development, ensuring our In-Ground Correspondents are equipped with the skills needed to excel in their roles. Join us to be part of a team that values reliability, integrity, and a shared love for the game, all while contributing to the cutting-edge world of sports data and AI.
