Senior Academy Scout & Talent Recruitment Lead

The Association of Professional Football Analysis; Blackburn; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A professional football academy is seeking an experienced Scouting and Talent Identification Manager to enhance its recruitment operations in Blackburn. The role involves promoting player welfare, undertaking senior scouting duties, and managing talent scouts across designated regions. Ideal candidates will possess strong leadership skills, relevant FA certifications, and a passion for developing elite football talent. This full-time position offers opportunities to interact with local clubs and nurture promising players to join the academy.

Responsibilities

• Promote safeguarding and wellbeing of elite players.
• Undertake scouting duties and report findings.
• Manage Academy Talent Scouts effectively.
• Ensure accurate completion of recruitment paperwork.
• Maintain communication with recruiting staff.

Skills

Strong leadership and people-management skills

Excellent organisational ability and attention to detail

Highly professional approach at all times

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

IT literate

Highly motivated with a genuine passion for elite football and player development

Education

FA Talent Identification Certificate

FA Safeguarding Children Workshop

Enhanced DBS

Job description

A professional football academy is seeking an experienced Scouting and Talent Identification Manager to enhance its recruitment operations in Blackburn. The role involves promoting player welfare, undertaking senior scouting duties, and managing talent scouts across designated regions. Ideal candidates will possess strong leadership skills, relevant FA certifications, and a passion for developing elite football talent. This full-time position offers opportunities to interact with local clubs and nurture promising players to join the academy.