Academy Performance Analysis Manager

Kick It Out; Lancing; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A professional football club is seeking an Academy Performance Analysis Manager to lead analysis for all Academy age groups. The role requires expertise in player development and video analysis, along with management of analysis staff. Candidates must possess a strong knowledge of football, experience in performance analysis within an academy, and relevant qualifications. This full-time position includes competitive benefits such as complimentary meals, a holiday package, and access to training opportunities.

Benefits

Complimentary breakfast and lunch

23 days holiday rising with length of service

Rewards platform with retailer access

Enhanced family policies

Access to gym and padel court

Priority access to match tickets

In-house training programme

Exclusive discounts from partners

Qualifications

• High level of football knowledge required.
• Previous experience in a performance analysis role within an academy environment is essential.
• Must be confident using Sportscode software and Mac products.

Responsibilities

• Lead analysis for all Academy age groups.
• Support player development and department progress.
• Manage and update a video database of best practice clips.

Skills

Football knowledge

Experience in performance analysis

Proficiency using Sportscode software

Confidence using Mac products

Education

Related Sports Science or Performance Analysis degree

Job description

• American Express Elite Football Performance Centre, Lancing

Role: Academy Performance Analysis Manager

Hours: Full time

Location: American Express Elite Football Performance Centre, Lancing

Contract Type: Permanent

Deadline Day: 24th December 2025

About Brighton & Hove Albion FC

We compete at the highest levels of football on a global stage while embracing our Sussex community spirit. At the heart of everything we do is our commitment to high performance, professional excellence, and making a positive impact.

Responsibilities

As Academy Performance Analysis Manager, you will lead analysis for all Academy age groups and support player development and department progress. You will also manage and update a video database of best practice clips. Another key part to this role will be staying updated on all new technology and methodology related to video analysis, ensuring our Academy remains at the forefront of performance analysis.

In this role you will line manage the Academy Performance Analysis staff, ensuring the analysis needs of all Academy teams (U21’s-U9’s) are met.

Qualifications

You must have a high level of football knowledge, and previous experience working in a performance analysis role within an academy environment. You will be confident using Sportscode software and Mac products. To be successful, you will be required to hold a related Sports Science or Performance Analysis degree.

Benefits

• 🥗 Complimentary breakfast and lunch at both sites
• 🏝️ 23 days holiday rising with length of service (pro rata for part time staff)
• ⚡ Rewards platform, which includes access to 900+ retailers, a wellbeing centre and more!
• 👶 Enhanced family policies
• 🏋️♀️ Access to a gym and padel court at our training ground
• 🎫 Priority access to match tickets and access to free WSL tickets for 2025/26 season
• 🎓 In-house training programme and CPD opportunities
• 💰 Exclusive discounts and benefits from our partners and local businesses

Our commitment to EDI

We take pride in being an equal opportunity workplace that reflects the diversity of our society and the world around us. Our core values foster a strong ethical culture, enabling us to meet the needs of our diverse audience, both on and off the pitch. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, and marriage or civil partnership. If you require any reasonable adjustments to support your application, please contact [e-mail]

Safeguarding

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults at risk. We expect all colleagues and volunteers to share this commitment.

Right to Work

This position is UK-based and requires proof of the right to live and work in the UK. All job offers are conditional upon background checks, including a full 3-year reference history, DBS checks, and verification of your eligibility to work. Please note, we do not sponsor applicants without the right to work in the UK.