Hybrid Performance Analyst: Football Data & Insights

Placements24; Durban; Hybrid; ZAR 480,000 - 720,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary package

Health and wellness benefits

Access to advanced analysis tools

Professional development opportunities

Dynamic work environment

Travel for away matches

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Performance Analyst for a Durban-based professional football club. The role focuses on collecting and analyzing performance data from training and matches to drive tactical and player development decisions.

You will work closely with coaches to translate data into actionable insights, develop statistical models, and present findings through clear reports and visualizations. A hybrid schedule with on-site and remote work is expected.

Qualifications

• Degree in Sports Science, Performance Analysis, Data Science or related field.
• Proven experience as a Performance Analyst in a professional football environment or elite sports.
• Proficiency in Hudl, Sportscode, Wyscout and statistical tools (R, Python).
• Strong understanding of football tactics, strategies and biomechanics.

Responsibilities

• Collect, process, and analyze performance data from training sessions and matches.
• Provide statistical analysis and insights to coaches and management.
• Develop models to identify trends, strengths, and weaknesses of opponents.
• Create visually engaging reports and presentations of findings.
• Operate and manage performance analysis technology including video analysis and data tracking systems.
• Collaborate with coaches to integrate performance analysis into training and match prep.
• Monitor player load and fatigue for injury prevention.

Skills

Data analysis

Python

R

Visualization

Team collaboration

Education

Degree in Sports Science

Tools

Hudl

Sportscode

Wyscout

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Performance Analyst for a Durban-based professional football club. The role focuses on collecting and analyzing performance data from training and matches to drive tactical and player development decisions.

You will work closely with coaches to translate data into actionable insights, develop statistical models, and present findings through clear reports and visualizations. A hybrid schedule with on-site and remote work is expected.