Academy Performance Analyst

England Rugby; South Yorkshire; Hybrid; GBP 26,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

England Rugby is seeking a dedicated Academy Performance Analyst to lead the performance analysis for the Yorkshire Rugby Academy. You will design and deliver analysis across fixtures and training, providing player and coaching insights to support development and selection.

Based at home with travel to training venues, this permanent, full-time role requires strong software skills (Hudl, Sportscode) and a deep understanding of rugby union tactics.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Sports Science, Performance Analysis, or a related field.
• Experience working in a performance analysis role within sport, preferably rugby.
• Proficiency in performance analysis software such as Hudl, Sportscode, or equivalent.
• Strong understanding of rugby union, including tactics, game models, and player development.
• Excellent organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build effective relationships with players, coaches, and support staff.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and travel as required.
• Full UK driving license
• Committed to embodying the ethos our culture by using our three core values – Put The Team First, Shape The Future, Respect Each Other – to guide your day-to-day decisions, actions and interactions.
• Committed to actively contributing and building an inclusive culture in your role and day to day behaviours.
• Experience working within an academy environment.
• Familiarity with data visualization tools and techniques.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design, delivery, and management of all performance analysis services across Yorkshire Rugby Academy, ensuring alignment with the Academy’s technical, tactical, and player development strategies.
• Coordinate the filming, coding, and analysis of all Academy fixtures and training sessions (including Junior Academy Festivals and ACE partner games), delivering insightful individual and team reviews.
• Collaborate closely with the Head of Academy, Transition Coaches, and specialist staff to integrate analysis outputs into individual player development plans and Academy-wide strategies.
• Lead and support a high-performance learning environment, fostering the development of analysis literacy among players and coaches, and mentoring staff where appropriate.
• Manage the Academy’s performance analysis systems and online platforms, ensuring data security, accessibility, and optimal organisation of player data, video footage, and analysis resources.
• Watch and analyse upcoming opposition games (live or recorded), contributing to weekly opposition reports and assisting in the preparation of tactical previews for players and staff.
• Prepare and deliver engaging, player-centred presentations that utilise video and analysis software to enhance visual learning and improve player understanding of tactical concepts.
• Maintain effective communication and collaboration with coaching and support staff, ensuring analysis insights are timely, relevant, and contribute directly to decision-making processes.
• Actively collaborate with colleagues to contribute to the development and delivery of the current strategic, business and operational plans.
• Act as an ambassador for, and promote the best interests of the RFU, including the promotion of our culture and core values – This Rose Means Everyone: Put The Team First, Shape The Future, Respect Each Other.
• Undertake other duties as may be required from time to time as are consistent with the responsibilities of the post and the needs of the organisation.

Skills

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Flexible hours

Driving licence

Inclusion & culture

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Sports Science, Performance Analysis, or related field

Master’s degree in a related field

Tools

Hudl

Sportscode

Data visualization tools

Job description

Working at the RFU means being part of the ‘bigger picture’ at England Rugby: to be rooted in our purpose, which is to enrich lives, introduce more people to rugby union & develop the sport for future generations. If our purpose resonates with you, and you recognise the value that sport can bring to people’s lives, we’d love to work with you. An opportunity has arisen for a Academy Performance Analyst to join our Yorkshire Rugby Academy team.

Job Title : Academy Performance Analyst

Department : Yorkshire Rugby Academy

Reports to : Academy Programme Lead

Salary Banding: c. £26,000 - £28,000 per annum

Job Level : Core

Location : Homebased - With travel to training venues

Travel Requirements : As required

Employment Type : Permanent

Working Hours : This is a full-time role, covering 35hrs per week

The Role:

Yorkshire Rugby Academy are looking for a highly motivated and skilled individual to lead our Performance Analysis, ensuring the highest level of tactical and technical analysis to support the coaching staff and players.

Responsibilities:

Day-to-day responsibilities will include:

• Lead the design, delivery, and management of all performance analysis services across Yorkshire Rugby Academy, ensuring alignment with the Academy’s technical, tactical, and player development strategies.
• Coordinate the filming, coding, and analysis of all Academy fixtures and training sessions (including Junior Academy Festivals and ACE partner games), delivering insightful individual and team reviews.
• Collaborate closely with the Head of Academy, Transition Coaches, and specialist staff to integrate analysis outputs into individual player development plans and Academy-wide strategies.
• Lead and support a high-performance learning environment, fostering the development of analysis literacy among players and coaches, and mentoring staff where appropriate.
• Manage the Academy’s performance analysis systems and online platforms, ensuring data security, accessibility, and optimal organisation of player data, video footage, and analysis resources.
• Watch and analyse upcoming opposition games (live or recorded), contributing to weekly opposition reports and assisting in the preparation of tactical previews for players and staff.
• Prepare and deliver engaging, player-centred presentations that utilise video and analysis software to enhance visual learning and improve player understanding of tactical concepts.
• Maintain effective communication and collaboration with coaching and support staff, ensuring analysis insights are timely, relevant, and contribute directly to decision-making processes.
• Actively collaborate with colleagues to contribute to the development and delivery of the current strategic, business and operational plans.
• Act as an ambassador for, and promote the best interests of the RFU, including the promotion of our culture and core values – This Rose Means Everyone: Put The Team First, Shape The Future, Respect Each Other.
• Undertake other duties as may be required from time to time as are consistent with the responsibilities of the post and the needs of the organisation.

Qualifications, Skills & Experience:

The skills and attributes outlined in this description are not exhaustive and we welcome candidates who can bring different relevant experiences to the role.

• Bachelor’s degree in Sports Science, Performance Analysis, or a related field.
• Experience working in a performance analysis role within sport, preferably rugby.
• Proficiency in performance analysis software such as Hudl, Sportscode, or equivalent.
• Strong understanding of rugby union, including tactics, game models, and player development.
• Excellent organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build effective relationships with players, coaches, and support staff.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and travel as required.
• Full UK driving license
• Committed to embodying the ethos our culture by using our three core values – Put The Team First, Shape The Future, Respect Each Other – to guide your day-to-day decisions, actions and interactions.
• Committed to actively contributing and building an inclusive culture in your role and day to day behaviours.
• Master’s degree in a related field.
• Experience working within an academy environment.
• Familiarity with data visualization tools and techniques.

Personal Attributes:

• Passion for developing young athletes and contributing to their performance journey.
• High level of attention to detail and a commitment to delivering high-quality work.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.

Additional Information:

• All role holders must maintain an appropriate standard of confidentiality. Any disclosures of confidential information (including personal information kept on computer or other media) made unlawfully outside the proper course of duty will be treated as a serious disciplinary offence.
• We want you to have every opportunity to demonstrate your skills, ability and potential. If there is anything we could do to support you through your application or to provide the best environment for your interviews, including assistance or adjustment, please reach out to [e-mail].
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