Assistant 1st Team Performance Analyst

Brentford FC; Brentford; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A Premier League football club in Brentford is seeking an Assistant 1st Team Performance Analyst. This role involves supporting the analysis department, managing data visualizations using Tableau, and conducting both opposition and individual analysis. The ideal candidate will have experience in Performance Analysis and a strong understanding of football, along with excellent analytical and communication skills. Flexibility to work during unsociable hours is required.

Qualifications

• Experience working in elite level Performance Analysis / Football.
• Willingness to work on the job.
• Ability to work outside normal office hours.

Responsibilities

• Assist day-to-day functioning of first team analysis department.
• Manage and create Tableau Dashboards.
• Conduct opposition analysis.

Skills

High proficiency using Tableau

Highly analytical

Creative with data visualisations

Problem-solving

Excellent communication skills

Ability to work unsociable hours

Strong understanding of Football

Experience in elite level Performance Analysis

Education

Masters in an analytical discipline

Tools

Excel

Analysis software (Angles, WyScout, Second Spectrum, Opta)

Job description

Job Title: Assistant 1stTeam Performance Analyst

Department: Analysis

Overview

Brentford FC is a bit different from other Premier League football clubs. We put our fans first, we are a true community club and while we are financially sustainable, we are not afraid to take calculated risks. We take pride in our environment and culture within the Club which focuses on development, inclusion and thinking differently. We are progressive, humble and respectful while sticking together as one team across the Club. We believe a diverse workforce is a better workforce. We play in a new stadium, 15 minutes from Heathrow in west London. We are excited about the future that lies ahead.

Reporting: Head of Analysis

Location: Training Ground – Jersey Road

Salary: Competitive

Inclusion Statement: Brentford FC values diversity and inclusivity. We welcome applications from qualified candidates, including those from underrepresented groups. If you require workplace accommodations, please let us know at appropriate points in the hiring process.

Safeguarding Statement: Brentford FC is committed to safeguarding and welfare of all children and adults at risk. Staff will undertake safeguarding training. This role requires applying policies and reporting safeguarding concerns. It is an offence to apply for positions if barred from regulated activity. If the role involves regulated activity and you have been shortlisted, you may be asked to fill out a Declaration of Offences Form. DBS checks may be required, including time living or working outside the UK in the last 10 years.

Please note: A CV application alone is not sufficient. Applications must be completed in full. The role may require additional background checks as applicable.

The Role of the Assistant 1stTeam Performance Analyst

The successful candidate will assist and support the day-to-day functioning of the first team analysis department, working alongside the analysts of the Club. They will help contribute to all areas of analysis with an increased importance on data.

Main Accountabilities

• Managing, creating and developing Tableau Dashboards
• Producing Brentford & opposition reports
• Conducting opposition analysis
• Conducting individual & training analysis
• Any other 1stTeam related tasks as required
• Supporting Academy staff where necessary
• Ad-Hoc tasks as requested by your line manager

General Club Accountabilities

• To ensure that any concerns you observe, or are raised with you in your role, are shared with the Safeguarding Team through appropriate channels.
• To ensure compliance with all relevant Club policies, including health and safety policies and with specific reference to the data regulations.
• To ensure compliance with all relevant legal, regulatory, ethical, and social requirements.
• To ensure compliance with the Club’s Safeguarding Policy and processes.
• To ensure compliance with the Club’s Code of Conduct.
• To promote equity, diversity and inclusion at the Club, in line with our EDI strategy
• To build and maintain good working relationships both internally and externally, maintaining a professional image at all times when representing Brentford FC
• To keep confidential any information gained regarding the Club and its personnel.
• To maintain a flexible approach to work at all times.

Key Internal Relationships

• Head of Analysis
• Analysis Department
• 1stTeam Head Coach
• 1stTeam Coaching Staff

Person Specification - Essential Personal Characteristics

• High proficiency using Tableau and Excel.
• Highly analytical with a high level of attention to detail.
• Be creative with data visualisations.
• Be a problem solver – work out what we need from you.
• Willingness to work on the job.
• A hardworking, enthusiastic individual with excellent communication skills.
• Effective at preparing, planning and implementing workloads.
• Ability to work unsociable hours as required involving work outside normal office hours, evenings, weekends and Bank Holidays.
• Experience working in elite level Performance Analysis / Football.
• A strong understanding of Football.
• Experience using analysis software (Angles, WyScout, Second Spectrum, Opta or similar).

Person Specification - Desirable Characteristics

• Masters in an analytical discipline
• Experience with coding languages (SQL, R, Python)
• Coaching experience / qualifications
• Experience using drones

Closing date for applications: Thursday 30 October 2025