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About the role
We’re looking for someone who shares our passion for developing the next generation of football talent to join us as an Academy Positional Analyst.
You’ll be at the heart of our Academy Recruitment team, helping us find and profile young players who fit the Newcastle United way. Working closely with our Academy Technical Scout and Lead UK & European Academy Scout, you’ll use the latest tools and your own expertise to analyse potential recruits, build data models, and create evidence-based reports and video clips.
Using video and data to assess academy-level players and highlight those who match our club’s profile you will help to develop our in‑house data systems and analysis models.
About you
* Hold an Undergraduate degree in a sport‑related discipline or equivalent relevant qualification.
* Possess a strong knowledge of football, including game models, playing styles, and technical, tactical, physical, and physiological traits.
* Have experience with industry software such as Wyscout, Hudl, Sportscode, and Studio.
* Be proficient in video editing and presentation creation.
* Desire for continuous professional development and adaptability to emerging technologies.
* Experience as an analyst within an elite football or sporting organisation, and working towards FA Talent ID qualification would be a distinct advantage.
About the team
Our Academy Recruitment Team are committed to securing the best young talent for Newcastle United, with a relentless drive for quality.
Location
This role is based in Newcastle upon Tyne. Please note, if you are not located in the Northeast and unable to relocate, we regret that we will not be able to progress your application.
Why choose us?
We’ve got a range of great benefits and rewards, from flexible ways of working, participation in our non‑contractual employee bonus scheme, NUFC life assurance, free parking, discount at Shearers Bar and the Club Shop, Helping Hand – where you can access free GP appointments, Wellbeing Resources, Legal and Financial Support, pension contribution, free lunch and the best part, free tea and coffee. In addition, we run a salary sacrifice scheme which includes, tech, car, cycle to work and many more.
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 in which everyone can be their authentic self and is enabled to achieve their full potential.
Safeguarding
We’re committed to being a place where everyone is safe, heard, valued and able to thrive so we place high value on the safeguarding and welfare of everyone we engage with.
How to apply
To access the full job description for this role please click here.
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.
Seniority level
Associate
Employment type
Full‑time
Job function
Analyst
Industries
Spectator Sports and Sports Teams and Clubs
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