Senior Football Scout & Recruitment Analyst

Placements24; Polokwane; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Performance-based incentives

Hybrid work environment

Professional growth opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Football Scout and Recruitment Analyst for Polokwane. You will identify, evaluate, and recruit top-tier talent, conducting in-depth performance and potential analyses to support strategic decisions.

The role requires extensive scouting across local and international markets, collaboration with coaching staff, and strong data-driven insights. A hybrid working model balances field and office analysis.

Qualifications

• Proven professional-level football scouting and/or recruitment analysis experience.

Responsibilities

• Identify and evaluate potential players for all team levels.

Skills

Football scouting

Recruitment analysis

Tactical understanding

Data analytics

Wyscout

InStat

Opta

Analytical thinking

Communication

Networking

Education

Coaching or sports management qualifications

Tools

Wyscout

InStat

Opta

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a prominent professional football club in Polokwane, is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Football Scout and Recruitment Analyst. This role is instrumental in identifying and recruiting top-tier talent to strengthen the club's squad. You will be responsible for evaluating potential players, both domestically and internationally, conducting in-depth analysis of their performance, technical abilities, and potential for growth. The successful candidate will work closely with the Head of Football and Coaching Staff to provide data-driven insights that inform recruitment decisions. This is a challenging and rewarding position for a passionate football enthusiast with a keen eye for talent and exceptional analytical skills, offering a hybrid work model to balance scouting and office-based analysis.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify and evaluate potential players for all team levels, aligning with the club's recruitment strategy and philosophy.
• Conduct extensive scouting missions, attending matches and training sessions locally and internationally.
• Prepare detailed scouting reports, including player statistics, tactical analysis, strengths, weaknesses, and potential.
• Utilize advanced data analytics tools and performance metrics to support scouting assessments.
• Collaborate with the Head of Football and coaching staff to discuss player targets and recruitment priorities.
• Maintain a comprehensive database of potential recruits and track player development.
• Build and maintain a strong network of contacts within the football industry, including agents and other clubs.
• Stay abreast of emerging talent and trends in global football.
• Contribute to the strategic development of the club's recruitment processes.
• Assist in contract negotiations by providing player valuation insights.

Requirements

• Proven experience in football scouting and/or recruitment analysis at a professional level.
• Deep understanding of football tactics, player development, and the global football market.
• Exceptional eye for talent with the ability to identify players with high potential.
• Proficiency in using football analytics software and data platforms (e.g., Wyscout, InStat, Opta).
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills, with the ability to interpret complex data.
• Excellent communication, reporting, and presentation skills.
• Ability to travel extensively and work flexible hours, including weekends.
• A strong network of contacts within the football world is a significant advantage.
• Relevant coaching or sports management qualifications are a plus.
• Comfortable working in a hybrid environment, balancing field-based scouting with office-based analysis.

Benefits

• Our client offers a competitive salary, performance-based incentives, and a comprehensive benefits package.
• This is a unique opportunity to contribute to the success of a professional football club in Polokwane and work within a dynamic sporting environment.
• You will have access to club resources and opportunities for professional growth.
• We offer a supportive team culture and the chance to make a real impact on team performance.