Assistant 1st Team Performance Analyst (Data)
Job Title: Assistant 1st Team Performance Analyst (Data)
Department: Performance Analysis
Reporting: Head of Analysis
Location: Training Ground – Jersey Road
Salary: Competitive
Brentford FC is a bit different to other Premier League football clubs. We put our fans first, we are a true community club and while we are financially sustainable, we are not afraid to take calculated risks. We take huge pride in our environment and culture within the Club which focuses on development, inclusion and not being afraid to think differently.
Being progressive, humble and respectful while sticking together as one team across the Club guides how we work and the decisions we make each day.
We also firmly believe that a diverse workforce is a better workforce which will help us develop ideas, solve problems and ultimately grow Brentford FC.
We play in a brand-new stadium, 15 minutes from Heathrow in vibrant west London.
We will never forget where we have come from, but we are excited about the future that lies ahead.
Come join us.
Inclusion Statement
Brentford FC is an organisation which values and is passionate about diversity and inclusivity. We welcome and encourage applications from qualified candidates, including those from underrepresented groups – such as those from ethnically diverse backgrounds, women, those from the LGBTQ+ community and those with disabilities. Should you require any workplace accommodations (also known as ‘reasonable adjustments’), you will have the opportunity to let us know at appropriate points in the hiring process.
Safeguarding Statement
Brentford FC is committed to equality, the safeguarding and welfare of all children and adults at risk. This responsibility is shared by all staff and volunteers at the club, safeguarding is everyone’s responsibility. Staff will be required to undertake regular safeguarding training to enable and reinforce a proactive approach to safeguarding. This role requires the post holder to apply all relevant policies and uphold the club’s commitment to safeguarding vulnerable people to ensure a safe environment for all. This includes the timely reporting of any safeguarding concern to the safeguarding team. We remind those barred from regulated activity that it is an offence to apply for such positions.
Please note that where appropriate for the role, you may be required to complete additional background checks such as Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and this will include any time living or working outside of the UK in the last 10 years. You can find out more about this athttps://www.gov.uk/dbs-check-applicant-criminal-record
Please also note that a CV application will not be sufficient. Applications will not be considered where the application form has not been completed in full.
If the role you are applying for involves regulated activity and you have been shortlisted for a first stage interview, you will be asked to fill out a Declaration of Offences Form.
The Role of Assistant 1st Team Performance Analyst (Data)
The successful candidate will assist and support the day-to-day functioning of the 1st Team Analysis Department, working alongside the analysts of the Club. They will help contribute to all areas of analysis with an increased importance of their role revolving around data.
Main Accountabilities
- Producing Brentford Football Club, and opposition, reports
- Building, maintaining & improving databases
- Conducting opposition analysis
- Individual Analysis
- Any other 1st Team related tasks as required
- Supporting Academy staff when necessary
- Any ad-hoc tasks as requested by your Line Manager
- To ensure that any concerns you observe, or are raised with you in your role, are shared with the Safeguarding Team through appropriate channels.
General Club Accountabilities
- To ensure compliance with all relevant Club policies, including health and safety policies and with specific reference to the data regulations.
- To ensure compliance with all relevant legal, regulatory, ethical, and social requirements.
- To ensure compliance with the Club’s Safeguarding Policy and processes.
- To ensure compliance with the Club’s Code of Conduct.
- To promote equity, diversity and inclusion at the Club, in line with our EDI strategy
- To build and maintain good working relationships both internally and externally, maintaining a professional image at all times when representing Brentford FC
- To keep confidential any information gained regarding the Club and its personnel.
- To maintain a flexible approach to work at all times.
- Any other relevant tasks and duties as directed by your line manager
Key Internal Relationships
- Head of Analysis
- Analyst Department
- 1st Team Head Coach
- 1st Team Coaching Staff
Person Specification - Essential Personal Characteristics
- High proficiency using Tableau and Excel
- Experience using Analysis software’s (Angles, WyScout, Second Spectrum, Opta or similar)
- Experience working in elite level performance analysis / football
- Highly analytical and high level of attention to detail
Be creative with data visualisations
- Be a problem solver – work out what we need from you
- Willingness to work ‘on the job’
- A hardworking, enthusiastic individual with excellent communication skills
- Effective at preparing, planning and implementing workloads
Ability to work unsociable hours as required involving work outside normal office hours, evenings, weekends and Bank Holidays.
- A strong understanding of football
Person Specification - Desirable Characteristics
- Masters in an analytical discipline
- Experience with coding languages (SQL, R, Python)
- Coaching experience / qualifications
Closing date for applications: Sunday 4 August 2024
