Recruitment Analyst at Southampton Football Club
Job Description
Job Reference: RQ-039451
Southampton Football Club are recruiting a Recruitment Analyst to support player identification and recruitment across Southampton FC, Valenciennes FC and Sport Republic.
The successful candidate will combine video scouting, data analysis, player profiling and recruitment intelligence to support evidence-based player identification and decision-making across the group's football operations.
Working within a multidisciplinary recruitment team, the Recruitment Analyst will support the identification, evaluation and monitoring of potential First Team recruitment targets.
The role combines live and video scouting, player reporting, statistical comparisons and recruitment database management, ensuring that recommendations are supported by clear technical, tactical and data-led evidence.
The successful candidate will also work closely with the Recruitment Data Analyst and contribute directly to recruitment meetings and player assessment processes.
- Conduct live and video scouting across assigned leagues, competitions and players.
- Analyse match footage using the club's position-specific evaluation criteria.
- Produce detailed written scouting reports on recruitment targets.
- Create high-quality player video packages and recruitment dossiers.
- Maintain an extensive video library of players of interest.
- Develop and update recruitment databases supporting player identification.
- Combine data, video and contextual information to inform player assessments.
- Identify and recommend players for further evaluation by external scouts and senior recruitment staff.
- Attend recruitment meetings and contribute relevant analytical evidence.
- Work with the Recruitment Data Analyst to develop statistical comparisons between current squad players and potential targets.
- Coordinate recruitment analysis assignments for interns, supporting their development and maintaining quality standards.
- Contribute to the ongoing improvement of recruitment workflows and analytical processes.
- Participate in professional development opportunities across different football departments.
Applicants should demonstrate:
- Strong interest in football recruitment, scouting and Performance Analysis.
- Good knowledge of data and video analysis systems used for player identification.
- Ability to interpret player performance through video and supporting data.
- Experience producing clear, accurate and engaging analytical outputs.
- Excellent organisation and attention to detail.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and work under pressure.
- Strong communication and collaborative working skills.
- Ability to work independently and use initiative.
- Commitment to continuous learning and professional development.
Candidates should be proficient with:
Hudl Suite | Keynote | Microsoft Excel | Microsoft Word | iMovie
Experience with relevant data analysis, video scouting and player assessment systems is essential.
This is an opportunity to contribute to recruitment activity across three connected football organisations, rather than a single-club recruitment structure.
The role connects:
Live Scouting → Video Analysis → Player Profiling → Statistical Comparison → Recruitment Dossiers → Player Identification
For analysts interested in developing within professional football recruitment, the position provides exposure to multidisciplinary scouting processes, data-led player evaluation and recruitment decision-making.
Southampton Football Club offer:
- 25 days annual leave, excluding bank holidays, plus your birthday off.
- Two complimentary tickets for every home league fixture.
- Staff health and wellbeing initiatives.
- Discounted club merchandise.
- Contributory pension scheme.
- Worldwide travel insurance for employees and their families.
- Learning and professional development opportunities.
- Free on-site parking.
- Cycle to Work Scheme.
- Collaborative and inclusive working environment.
The successful candidate will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check with Children's Barred List.
Southampton FC are committed to safeguarding children, young people and adults at risk, alongside promoting equality, diversity and inclusion.
Applications should be submitted through Southampton Football Club's official recruitment portal. Applicants will be asked to complete a short pre-screening questionnaire and upload their CV.
⏰ Closing date: The job description states 22 October 2026, while the recruitment portal lists 23 October 2026. Applicants should aim to apply by 22 October to avoid missing the deadline.
Recruitment Analyst | Southampton Football Club (Jobs in Football Analysis TheASPA)
The club reserves the right to close applications early if sufficient interest is received.
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