Senior Analytics Engineer

Futuressport; Greater London; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Training and development

Team-building days

Social activities

Job summary

Futures Sport & Entertainment is seeking a Senior Analytics Engineer to join our London office. In this hybrid role, you will lead analytics projects for high-profile sports clients and work with both technology and client-facing teams to deliver data-driven insights.

You will own client workstreams, shape analytical approaches, and mentor junior colleagues while applying computer vision models to scalable reporting. Excellent communication and stakeholder management are essential.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of relevant research, data analysis, management consulting and/or sports business experience.
• Experience with coding and data science software (e.g., SQL, Python, R).
• Understanding of computer vision models (e.g., Custom Vision).
• Advanced Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint skills.

Responsibilities

• Contributing to the creation of client reports and presentations.
• Generating new and innovative ideas which add value to our team and our clients.
• Acting as a senior point of contact for clients on projects, managing expectations, building trusted relationships, managing suppliers and completing project administrative tasks.
• Collaborating with senior team members and high-profile clients from day one to provide solutions and insight, as well as aid in the development of our research, software and tools.
• Coordinating effectively with internal stakeholders, including junior analysts, providing guidance and quality assurance.
• Immersing yourself in the world of sport, data and business to add value to the team and our clients.
• Managing an internal workstream to help drive the business forward (e.g. recruitment, resourcing, learning & development).
• Managing and supporting junior colleagues with their development.

Skills

SQL

Python

R

Excel

PowerPoint

Communication

Project management

AI technologies

Computer vision

Sports business knowledge

Tools

Custom Vision

Job description

Location London, 135 Bishopsgate, 5th Floor, EC2M 3TP

Join the Future of Sports and Entertainment – Senior Analytics Engineer Position

Come and join us at Futures where we use data-driven insights to empower and unlock success for our clients.With offices spanning London, New York, and Sydney, we are global pioneers in sport business research and consulting.Our mission is to empower leading domestic and international sports leagues, teams, and brands to maximize their investments and better serve their fans. We achieve this through exceptional client service and the delivery of unparalleled commercial insights, meticulously tailored to meet our clients' unique needs.

We are looking for a Senior Analytics Engineer to join Futures. In this hybrid role, you will work closely with both the Tech team and client-facing teams, playing a key role in the delivery of complex media and sponsorship analytics projects. You will take greater ownership of client workstreams, contribute to shaping analytical approaches, and act as a senior point of support within project teams.

This role is highly challenging and will require advanced analytical capability, strong commercial acumen, and creativity in translating complex data into clear, compelling client narratives and reports.You will be responsible for optimising analytical processes and workflows, identifying efficiencies, and driving continuous improvement, while also working with and applying computer vision models to deliver scalable, data-driven insights. This is an opportunity to work directly with senior clients, apply cutting-edge technology, and have a meaningful impact on the development of Futures’ analytical capabilities.

Futures is more than just a workplace. We believe in nurturing talent, and our track record speaks for itself, with countless employees rising through the ranks, including those within our current Senior Management team. Progression is supported through structured training, dedicated time for personal learning and development, and a collaborative team environment. But that's not all – we believe in maintaining a vibrant work culture, offering regular team-building days, social activities and a flexible hybrid working model. Plus, our benefits package is second to none.

Key responsibilities

• Contributing to the creation of client reports and presentations
• Generating new and innovative ideas which add value to our team and our clients
• Acting as a senior point of contact for clients on projects, managing expectations, building trusted relationships, managing suppliers and completing project administrative tasks
• Collaborating with senior team members and high-profile clients from day one to provide solutions and insight, as well as aid in the development of our research, software and tools
• Coordinating effectively with internal stakeholders, including junior analysts, providing guidance and quality assurance
• Immersing yourself in the world of sport, data and business to add value to the team and our clients
• Managing an internal workstream to help drive the business forward (e.g. recruitment, resourcing, learning & development)
• Managing and supporting junior colleagues with their development

What we are looking for

• 4+ years of relevant research, data analysis, management consulting and/or sports business experience
• Passion for sports and knowledge of the sports business industry
• Experience with coding and data science software (e.g., SQL, Python, R)
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Understanding of computer vision models (e.g., Custom Vision)
• Advanced Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong organisational skills, time management, and attention to detail
• Experience managing projects, suppliers and colleagues
• Experience with AI technologies (e.g., ChatGPT, Claude, Notebook LM)

Applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK, as visa sponsorship is not available for this role.

Futures Sport & Entertainment is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to colour,religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or any other basis prohibited by law.

135 Bishopsgate, 5th Floor, London, EC2M 3TP