Lead E-Sports Performance Coach

Placements24; East London; Híbrido; GBP 50.000 - 75.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Flexible hours

Professional development budget

Health and wellness benefits

Remote work with global team

Descripción de la vacante

Placements24 is seeking a Lead E-sports Performance Coach for a fully remote role. You will design training methodologies, optimize in-game strategy, and mentor players and teams to championship-level performance across titles.

You will analyze gameplay, address psychology, coordinate with managers and analysts, and drive conditioning programs. This role requires strong communication, remote team management, and a passion for competitive gaming.

Formación

• Extensive coaching experience at a high level in e-sports.
• Strong ability to analyze gameplay and provide actionable feedback.
• Experience guiding remote teams and managing schedules.

Responsabilidades

• Develop strategic training plans for athletes and teams.
• Analyze gameplay to identify gaps and improve performance.
• Implement practice routines focused on skill, strategy, and coordination.
• Collaborate with managers and analysts on team decisions.
• Address player psychology, stress, focus, and resilience.
• Create physical and mental conditioning programs for peak performance.
• Conduct VOD reviews and provide performance critiques.
• Stay updated on meta shifts and emerging strategies.
• Mentor players for professional growth and discipline.
• Assist in player recruitment and talent identification.

Conocimientos

Coaching

Performance analytics

Remote team leadership

Sports psychology

Communication

Herramientas

Coaching software

Performance tracking tools

Communication platforms

Descripción del empleo

About the Role

Our client, a cutting-edge professional e-sports organization, is seeking an experienced and innovative Lead E-sports Performance Coach to join their team on a fully remote basis. This role is critical in optimizing the performance of our competitive e-sports teams across various titles. You will be responsible for developing and implementing comprehensive training methodologies, focusing on in-game strategy, player psychology, team cohesion, and peak performance conditioning. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of competitive gaming, analytical skills, and a proven ability to coach and mentor e-sports athletes to achieve championship-level success. This is a remote-first opportunity to shape the future of competitive gaming performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute strategic training plans tailored to individual e-sports athletes and teams.
• Analyze gameplay, identify performance gaps, and provide actionable feedback to enhance player and team effectiveness.
• Implement structured practice routines, focusing on skill development, strategic execution, and team coordination.
• Work closely with team managers and analysts to optimize team composition and in-game decision-making.
• Address player psychology, including managing stress, maintaining focus, and fostering resilience under pressure.
• Develop and implement physical and mental conditioning programs to support peak performance and prevent burnout.
• Conduct VOD (Video on Demand) reviews and provide detailed performance critiques.
• Stay abreast of meta shifts, new strategies, and emerging trends within the competitive e-sports landscape.
• Mentor and guide players to foster professional growth, discipline, and a winning mentality.
• Collaborate on player recruitment and talent identification processes.

Requirements

• Minimum of 4 years of experience coaching or managing professional or high-level amateur e-sports teams.
• Demonstrated success in developing winning strategies and improving team performance in competitive gaming.
• In-depth understanding of multiple e-sports titles and their competitive ecosystems.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret performance data and gameplay metrics.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and motivational skills.
• Proficiency in utilizing coaching software, performance tracking tools, and communication platforms.
• Understanding of sports psychology, peak performance conditioning, and team dynamics.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, to accommodate team schedules and tournament play.
• A passion for e-sports and a commitment to professional athlete development.
• Experience in remote team management and virtual coaching environments is highly desirable.

Benefits

This is a fully remote position offering a competitive salary, performance-based bonuses tied to team achievements, and comprehensive health and wellness benefits. Our client provides a generous budget for professional development, including access to relevant courses, conferences, and technology. Employees benefit from flexible working hours and the opportunity to work with a global team of passionate e-sports professionals. This role is based anywhere in the world, offering unparalleled flexibility and the chance to be at the forefront of the rapidly evolving e-sports industry.