At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead performance analysis for our Academy, enhancing player and team development.
- Company: Join Middlesbrough Football Club, a top-tier football academy.
- Benefits: Full-time role with opportunities for professional growth and development.
- Other info: Collaborative team culture with a focus on innovation and excellence.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on young athletes' careers in a dynamic sports environment.
- Qualifications: Experience in elite sports, strong leadership, and technical knowledge of football.
The predicted salary is between 40000 - 50000 £ per year.
Middlesbrough Football Club is looking to appoint a Lead Performance Analyst to oversee and lead the Performance Analysis within our Category 1 Academy. The successful candidate will be responsible for leading and managing the day‑to‑day operations of the Academy Analysis department, ensuring the delivery of high‑quality analysis support across all age groups to enhance player and team development. The role will play a key part across all phases of the Academy, delivering performance analysis to support both Academy staff and Academy players. It will also involve recruitment, training and ongoing support of Analysis interns, line management and development of Analysis staff, conducting appraisals and developing a structured CPD programme.
Responsibilities
- Provide pre, post and live analysis for relevant age groups.
- Provide Individual Learning Plan support for relevant age groups.
- Maintain and manage performance analysis databases for players and staff, ensuring accuracy and accessibility of information.
- Develop relationships with the multidisciplinary team (MDT) across the Academy.
- Develop and manage relationships with external stakeholders to support the Academy.
- Undertake any other duties as reasonably required in line with the needs of the Academy.
Qualifications
- Proven experience of working in an elite sporting environment.
- Experience of using the relevant software at Middlesbrough Football Club (e.g. Hudl, Wyscout, Impect etc.).
- Demonstrated leadership and management experience.
- Strong technical and tactical knowledge of football.
- Highly proficient in IT systems, with the ability to manage, analyse and present performance data.
- Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively as part of a team and build effective working relationships.
- Able to work to demanding schedules and meet deadlines within a high‑performance environment.
- Highly motivated and driven, with a proactive approach to work.
- Excellent communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with players, staff and stakeholders.
Lead Academy Analyst employer: The Association of Professional Football Analysis
Middlesbrough Football Club is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment that fosters professional growth and development within the realm of sports analysis. With a commitment to high-quality performance support and a collaborative culture, employees benefit from ongoing training opportunities and the chance to make a meaningful impact on player and team development. Located in the heart of Middlesbrough, the club provides a unique opportunity to work closely with talented individuals in an elite sporting environment, ensuring that every team member plays a vital role in shaping the future of football.
Contact Details:
The Association of Professional Football Analysis Recruitment Team
