Academy Analyst (U9-U14 Focus)

Kick It Out; Leicester; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A professional football club in Leicester is seeking an Academy Performance Analyst to support player development through high-quality performance analysis. Responsibilities include filming training and matches, conducting coding, and providing tactical insights. Ideal candidates will have a Sports Science/Performance Analysis degree and experience with SportsCode. The role offers a competitive salary, pension scheme, and numerous employee benefits including generous leave and career opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Pension scheme

Life assurance

Free onsite parking

Access to subsidised staff restaurants

Up to 33 days of annual leave

Qualifications

• Significant experience working within a team environment.
• Ability to convey information accurately and clearly.
• Flexibility to adapt and manage responsibilities under time constraints.

Responsibilities

• Filming identified FP and YDP fixtures for analysis.
• Conducting match and player coding to provide statistical content.
• Preparing and delivering pre-match tactical information.

Skills

Excellent presentation skills

Time management

Attention to detail

Communication

Education

2:1 in Sports Science/Performance Analysis

Tools

SportsCode analysis software

Job description

Overview

Kickstart your career Leicester City Football Club as Academy Performance Analyst!

Contract Type: Permanent

Do you have the drive and passion to make a real impact at Leicester City Football Club?

Responsibilities

We’re on the lookout for a passionate and skilled Academy Performance Analyst to join our squad at Leicester City Football Club. As Academy Performance Analyst, you’ll play a key role in working as part of a multi-disciplinary team to deliver high quality Performance Analysis support to aid the individual development of our players.

Your responsibilities will include filming identified FP (Foundation Phase) and YDP (Youth Development Phase) fixtures, with a focus on the U9 to U14 age-groups. Film training as per the requests of the coach and department management, conduct match and player coding to provide team and individual statistical and video content against Category 1 and 2 opposition. On occasions, prepare/deliver pre-match tactical and objective information for players and coaches, prepare post-match presentations and evaluate team tactics and match objectives in line with our playing philosophy. In conjunction with the coaches, provide individual player feedback. You will also provide analysis to FP ages as requested by coaches and Academy Lead Performance Analyst.

You’ll need to possess excellent presentation skills, accuracy and attention to detail, demonstrating honesty, integrity, reliability and the ability to ensure confidentiality at all time. You will possess strong time management skills and have a flexible approach to work whilst being able to communicate in different mediums, listen, interpret and convey information in a clear and accurate manner whilst providing timely delivery of information by selecting the most appropriate method of communication. If you\'re excited about making a difference and contributing to the Club’s success, this could be the perfect opportunity for you!

Qualifications

The ideal candidate will have significant experience working within a team environment, of co-operating with and considering the needs of others to help achieve objectives. You’ll need a minimum 2:1 Sports Science/Performance Analysis or other relatable degree and be well-versed in using SportsCode analysis software programs.

About The Club

Leicester City Football Club has a rich and proud history – we’re more than just a football club; we’re a community. Formed in 1884, we’ve achieved incredible milestones, including becoming Premier League champions in 2016 and winning the FA Cup in 2021.

Our commitment to the local community, fans, and world-class experiences extends beyond the pitch. With the opening of our new state-of-the-art training ground in 2021, we continue to invest in our growth and success. Our team at Leicester City is more than just colleagues – we invite you to join our Club and experience the exciting opportunities of a life in the football industry!

Benefits

Our people are the lifeblood of the Club, and we feel should be rewarded as such – we offer a competitive salary, pension scheme and life assurance for all permanent employees. You’ll enjoy free onsite parking, access to our subsidised staff restaurants and up to 33 days of annual leave (including bank holidays) amongst a host of other great employee benefits!

Leicester City Football Club believes that football is for all, and we are committed to Diversity and Inclusion, where valuing the individual is our highest priority. We are working to see equality across all areas of the Club and welcome applications from all areas of the community.

Next Steps

We’ll be reviewing applications as and when they are submitted and invite shortlisted candidates for interviews, so don’t wait – if you think this role sounds like the right fit, apply today! We’re excited to hear from you and can’t wait to see how you’ll help us reach new heights!