African Scout Analyst: Video-Driven Talent Scout

Newcastle United FC; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Newcastle United FC is seeking an African Scout Analyst to turn video analysis, scouting intelligence and market knowledge into evidence-based recommendations. You will help shape the club’s recruitment pipeline for future transfers from Africa.

The role requires strong football knowledge, experience in video scouting, and the ability to create clear reports and presentations for recruitment decisions. Travel within the UK and abroad may be required.

Qualifications

• An undergraduate degree in sport, performance analysis, sports science or a related discipline.
• Strong football knowledge, including player profiling and the attributes required at an elite level.
• Knowledge of talent identification and player recruitment processes.
• Experience with African football markets, competitions, academies and pathways.
• Experience using video scouting and producing evidence-based reports.

Responsibilities

• Scout and analyse prospective players across African football, primarily via video.
• Identify players meeting recruitment strategy and squad requirements.
• Produce concise, evidence-based player reports and presentations.
• Assess players’ current ability, potential and development trajectory.
• Research African football markets, competitions, academies and pathways.
• Create and store video clips and telestrated presentations.
• Upload reports to the Club’s digital platforms.
• Attend live matches and travel as required.

Skills

Football knowledge

Player profiling

Talent identification

Video scouting

Presentation skills

Video editing

Written communication

Education

Undergraduate degree in sport-related field

Tools

Wyscout

Hudl

Sportscode

Studio

Job description

Newcastle United FC is seeking an African Scout Analyst to turn video analysis, scouting intelligence and market knowledge into evidence-based recommendations. You will help shape the club’s recruitment pipeline for future transfers from Africa.

The role requires strong football knowledge, experience in video scouting, and the ability to create clear reports and presentations for recruitment decisions. Travel within the UK and abroad may be required.