Lead Recruitment Video Analyst at Wrexham Afc
Job Description
Job reference: RR1706974WreLRVA
Wrexham AFC are recruiting for a senior recruitment analysis position, combining video scouting, player profiling, data interpretation and analyst leadership to support the club's recruitment strategy.
The successful candidate will lead the creation of high-quality video content on prospective recruitment targets, combining technical and physical data with subjective scouting assessments to identify players who complement Wrexham's playing style and performance objectives.
Working closely with the Sporting Director, Manager and Head of Recruitment, the role will provide clear, evidence-based insights to support player identification and recruitment decisions.
Editorial note: The supplied advertisement does not include an official job title. “Lead Recruitment Video Analyst” is a suggested ASPA Jobs Board title based on the responsibilities and should be checked against the club's original vacancy.
The position focuses on evaluating prospective players through video analysis, data interpretation and structured scouting evidence.
The post holder will analyse and code match footage against the club's defined player profiles, producing targeted video presentations and recruitment dossiers.
Alongside direct analytical responsibilities, the successful candidate will progressively lead and manage a team of Video Analysts, overseeing workflows, quality standards and alignment with the Recruitment Department's KPIs.
- Analyse prospective recruitment targets across multiple matches, leagues and international markets.
- Evaluate players against Wrexham's recruitment framework, playing style and positional profiles.
- Combine technical, tactical and physical data with subjective scouting reports.
- Produce evidence-based recommendations on players' suitability for the club's short-, medium- and long-term requirements.
- Identify new recruitment targets through available data sources.
- Attend live fixtures where required to support recruitment decisions.
- Use Hudl Sportscode and telestration software to identify and present relevant player traits.
- Code and organise footage against defined footballing characteristics.
- Create high-quality player video presentations, cards and recruitment dossiers.
- Oversee quality control across analytical reports and video outputs.
- Maintain structured digital workflows and upload content to relevant recruitment platforms.
- Present clear, concise findings to the Sporting Director, Manager and Head of Recruitment.
- Lead and progressively manage the Recruitment Video Analyst team.
- Coordinate analyst workflows, assignments and delivery timelines.
- Ensure analytical outputs align with departmental KPIs and priority recruitment targets.
- Maintain consistent standards across player evaluations and presentations.
- Identify opportunities for analyst development and improved working practices.
- Contribute to recruitment meetings and multidisciplinary decision-making.
- Support continuous improvement within the Recruitment Department.
Candidates should demonstrate:
- Strong football knowledge, including game models, playing styles, player profiling and performance characteristics.
- Previous experience within an elite football environment, preferably in analysis, scouting or recruitment.
- Ability to integrate video, performance data and scouting intelligence into evidence-based recommendations.
- Excellent video editing, coding and presentation skills.
- Understanding of how data analytics can support player identification and recruitment.
- Strong organisational skills and ability to manage multiple analytical workflows.
- Excellent communication skills, particularly when presenting complex information to football decision-makers.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
- Professional judgement, discretion and confidentiality.
- Adaptability when working to changing priorities and tight deadlines.
- Curiosity, initiative and a commitment to professional development.
Experience with relevant football analysis and recruitment platforms is expected, including:
Hudl SportscodeHudl StudioWyscoutiMoviePowerPointKeynoteTelestration
Candidates should also be comfortable using Microsoft Office, Apple software and emerging analytical technologies.
Required: Undergraduate degree in a sport-related discipline.
Advantageous: Welsh language proficiency.
This is an opportunity for an experienced analyst to contribute directly to First Team recruitment decisions while developing leadership responsibilities within a professional football environment.
The role brings together several important aspects of modern recruitment analysis:
Player Identification → Data & Scouting Evaluation → Video Analysis → Recruitment Dossiers → Decision Support
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