Edinburgh Rugby Head of Athletic Performance
We are seeking an experienced Head of Athletic Performance to lead the design, delivery and continual evolution of our athletic performance programme across senior and academy environments.
This is a strategic and operational role at the heart of our rugby environment. You will shape the physical identity of our players, drive elite performance standards across the club, and build an environment where athletes and colleagues push the boundaries. Working closely with Edinburgh Rugby and Scottish Rugby colleagues, you will ensure our players are prepared to meet the demands of rugby at the highest level.
What you will be doing:
* Leading the athletic performance strategy at Edinburgh Rugby, aligned with national performance frameworks
* Oversee individual athletic performance plans for senior and academy players
* Lead profiling, testing, monitoring, and workload-management systems, using data and player-tracking technologies to guide performance planning
* Lead and develop a team of Athletic Performance Coaches
What we’re looking for someone who:
* Leads with expertise and credibility
* Thinks strategically and uses data to win
* Develops great people and great environments
* Understands the demands and commitments of elite sport
This is a 2-year fixed-term contract.
Ready to make the next step in your career?
If you are excited about this opportunity and believe you have what it takes to excel in this role, complete the application form. Included in this, we’d like you to share the skills and experience you would bring to this role and why you’d love to work at Scottish Rugby.
Scottish Rugby is an equal opportunities employer and we encourage applications from all qualified candidates.
The Company
At Scottish Rugby, we believe in the power of people coming together to make a difference. Just listen to our voices fill a stadium as we sing the national anthem at an international!
We live and breathe rugby, and our passion shines through everything we do. We are exceptionally proud of our work and the people we do it for. Our goal is to create unforgettable moments – on and off the pitch – through inspirational winning teams, thriving rugby communities, passionate fans, and a vibrant national stadium.
We foster a culture where everyone feels valued and included and we encourage bold ideas and fearless innovation. With curiosity, enthusiasm, and a deep sense of purpose, we bring our best to work every day.
From grassroots to the international stage, together we drive positive change and leave a lasting impact on the game’s future.
Find out more about joining the team and playing your part in inspiring Scotland through rugby.
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