Recruitment Data Analyst | Cambridge United FC
15 April 2026 | Analysis, Scouting & Recruitment
Recruitment Data Analyst | Cambridge United FC (Jobs in Sports Performance Analysis TheASPA)
Cambridge United are seeking to appoint a Recruitment Data Analyst to join its First Team operation...
Role Summary The successful candidate will play a leading role in the identification and recruitment of talent through the application of data analytics within the scouting and recruitment process. Reporting to the Head of Recruitment and working in close collaboration with the rest of the department, they will be responsible for the management, analysis and integration of large data sets from various providers into the club’s bespoke recruitment system, having a significant impact within a professional football environment.
Key Job Outcomes
* Interpret and manipulate data in accordance with the philosophy, current and long-term requirements of Cambridge United to highlight, monitor and analyse talent of interest from target leagues.
* Present attractive and actionable statistical reports and visualisations giving insights to various personnel with a range of understanding.
* Utilise all resources to deliver data-driven research projects.
* Collaborate on the maintenance and development of the club’s bespoke recruitment system, integrating automated processes and optimising data delivery.
* Discover and create new avenues to support and positively impact talent identification and monitoring.
Person Specification
* Bachelor’s or higher degree in a sports or quantitative field.
* Experience handling, operating on and building from large datasets, ideally with an ability to code to create custom visuals & interrogate data.
* Strong proficiency in a range of data management platforms including Microsoft Excel & Google Sheets.
* Previous experience of working within a professional football club or related Sports industry experience.
* Ability to translate complex data into meaningful insights.
Personal Qualities
* Hardworking and enthusiastic.
* Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.
* Reliable and committed.
* Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
* Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to prioritise tasks, meet deadlines and manage a varied workload.
* Strong problem‑solving skills, including technology‑based issues.
Equal Opportunity Statement
Cambridge United FC is committed to promoting equality of opportunity for all staff and job applicants. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace and welcome applications from disabled candidates. If you require any adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know. We do not discriminate based on age, race, nationality, ethnic origin, religious or political belief or affiliation, trade union membership, gender, gender reassignment, gender identity, marriage and civil partnership status, pregnancy and maternity, sexual orientation, disability, socio‑economic background or any other inappropriate distinction or characteristic covered by the Equality Act 2010.
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