Sports Analyst

Placements24

Kimberley

Hybrid

CAD 85,000 - 115,000

Full time

3 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and remote workFlex
Opportunities with high-profile sports
Access to advanced analytics software
Collaborative data-expert team
Research projects and publications in

Job summary

Placements24 is partnering with a leading sports data and analytics firm in Kimberley to hire a highly analytical Sports Analyst. The role focuses on gathering, interpreting, and presenting complex data to drive strategic decisions for teams, leagues, and media partners.

This remote-first position offers global impact, opportunities to work with high-profile organizations, and access to advanced analytics tools.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in a quantitative field such as statistics or data science.
  • Minimum of 3 years in sports analytics or a similar data role.
  • Proficiency in R or Python with data libraries and SQL.
  • Experience with Tableau or Power BI for visualization.

Responsibilities

  • Collect, clean, and analyze large datasets on player performance and game outcomes.
  • Develop predictive models and statistical measures for player potential and game strategies.
  • Create visualizations and reports to communicate findings to non-technical stakeholders.
  • Collaborate with coaches, scouts, and management to provide data-informed recommendations.
  • Stay updated on advancements in sports analytics and data science.
  • Identify KPIs and track progress toward strategic objectives.

Skills

Statistical analysis
R
Python
SQL
Tableau
Power BI
Communication
Sports analytics

Education

Bachelor's in Statistics, Data Science, Mathematics, or related field

Tools

Tableau
Power BI
SQL
Pandas
NumPy
Scikit-learn

Job description

About the Role Our client, a leading sports data and analytics firm operating out of Kimberley , is looking for a highly analytical and insightful Sports Analyst . This role is critical in gathering, interpreting, and presenting complex data to provide actionable insights that drive strategic decisions for sports teams, leagues, and media partners. You will work with cutting-edge tools and methodologies to uncover trends, evaluate player performance, and optimize game strategies. This is a remote-first position offering the chance to impact sports performance through data-driven expertise, serving clients across the Northern Cape and internationally.

Key Responsibilities
  • Collect, clean, and analyze large datasets related to player performance, team statistics, and game outcomes.
  • Develop predictive models and statistical measures to assess player potential and game strategies.
  • Create compelling visualizations and reports to communicate complex findings clearly to non-technical stakeholders.
  • Collaborate with coaches, scouts, and management teams to provide data-informed recommendations.
  • Stay abreast of advancements in sports analytics, data science, and relevant technologies.
  • Identify key performance indicators (KPIs) and track progress towards strategic objectives.
Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree in Statistics, Data Science, Mathematics, Sports Science, or a related quantitative field.
  • Minimum of 3 years of experience in sports analytics or a similar data analysis role.
  • Proficiency in statistical software (e.g., R, Python with libraries like Pandas, NumPy, Scikit-learn) and database querying (SQL).
  • Experience with data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI).
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex data effectively.
Benefits
  • Competitive salary and remote work flexibility.
  • Opportunities to work with high-profile sports organizations.
  • Access to advanced analytics software and training.
  • Collaborative work environment with a team of data experts.
  • Contribution to research projects and publications in sports analytics.
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