Lead Recruitment Analyst

Newcastle United Football Club; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee bonus scheme

Free GP appointments

Pension contribution

Free lunch

Discount at club merchandise shop

Job summary

A professional football club is seeking a Lead Recruitment Analyst to drive player recruitment strategy by utilizing data insights from scouting. Responsibilities include player identification, producing scouting reports, and managing data for potential recruits. Ideal candidates should have significant experience in football recruitment, expertise in video analysis tools, and a degree in Sports Science. This role offers excellent benefits and a full-time position within a diverse and inclusive work environment.

Qualifications

• Significant experience in professional football recruitment/scouting required.
• Expertise in video analysis platforms such as Sportscode and telestration.
• Strong data literacy and ability to translate insights into actionable recommendations.

Responsibilities

• Conduct video and live scouting across senior and emerging markets.
• Produce detailed scouting reports and presentations.
• Research salaries, bonuses, and transfer trends for negotiations.

Skills

Professional football recruitment/scouting experience

Video analysis platforms expertise

Strong data literacy

Excellent communication skills

Detail-oriented

Flexibility for travel

Education

Degree in Sports Science

Master’s degree in related field

Tools

Sportscode

Telestration

Job description

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About the role

As Lead Recruitment Analyst, you’ll drive our player recruitment strategy by linking live and video scouting with robust data insights. You will manage the operational and analytical engine of the department—curating evidence, creating clarity, and delivering recommendations that align with the vision of the Head of Recruitment & Analysis and the Director of Women’s Football.

Key Responsibilities

• Player Identification & Scouting – Conduct video and live scouting across senior and emerging markets.
• Produce detailed scouting reports and presentations aligned with club philosophy.
• Build and manage positional scouting lists.
• Perform due diligence and background checks on potential recruits.
• Data & Performance Analysis – Use Sportscode, telestration, and video tools to create clips and evidence.
• Maintain a video and data library of target players.
• Research salaries, bonuses, and transfer trends for negotiations.
• Monitor domestic and international markets for opportunities.
• Operations & Process Management – Manage information flow across the scouting network.

Skills & Experience

• Significant experience in professional football recruitment/scouting.
• Expertise in video analysis platforms (Sportscode, telestration).
• Strong data literacy and ability to translate insights into recommendations.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Organised, detail‑oriented, and collaborative.
• Flexibility for travel and live match attendance.

Qualifications

Degree in Sports Science, Performance Analysis or related field.

Master’s degree in related field.

Why choose us?

We’ve got a range of great benefits and rewards, from flexible ways of working, participation in our non‑contractual employee bonus scheme, NUFC life assurance, free parking, discount at Shearers Bar and the Club Shop, Helping Hand – where you can access free GP appointments, Wellbeing Resources, Legal and Financial Support, pension contribution, free lunch and the best part, free tea and coffee. In addition, we run a salary sacrifice scheme which includes tech, car, cycle to work and many more.

United As One

We’re committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and believe in equal opportunities for all. We recognise that the diversity of our people is one of our greatest strengths. We work together to reflect the communities we serve and to maintain an inclusive environment in which everyone can be their authentic self and is enabled to achieve their full potential.

Safeguarding

We’re committed to being a place where everyone is safe, heard, valued and able to thrive so we place high value on the safeguarding and welfare of everyone we engage with.

How to apply

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Please apply as soon as possible as this vacancy may close early should we receive a high volume of suitable candidates.

Recruitment Agencies – please note that we do not accept unsolicited / speculative candidate details or applications. Any candidates supplied, unless formally requested, will be taken as a direct / free candidate.

Seniority level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Analyst

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