Senior Football Data Analyst
TheASPA
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- Manchester, England, United Kingdom
- +2
- +7
- Manchester, England, United Kingdom
Über
Deliver structured, data-led analysis across recruitment, performance and technical football strategy. Translating outputs into clear, actionable insight tailored to stakeholders at all levels of the club, from coaches to the board. Build compelling, executive-ready reports and PowerPoint presentations that communicate both technical detail and strategic insight, tailored to stakeholders such as the board, coaching staff, and performance teams. Work hands-on with data in Python and SQL, building repeatable workflows for decision support. Design and develop intuitive visualisations that bring insights to life. Collaborate across the Football Data group, including scientists, engineers, and analysts, as well as with coaches, scouts and football executives. Help shape the club’s analytical culture by embedding rigour, clarity and pragmatism into every layer of insight.
What We’re Looking For We’d love you to bring:
Proven experience in structured analytical roles, such as in football analysis, management consulting, investment analysis, or strategic finance. Excellent problem structuring and communication skills, with the ability to move from open-ended questions to focused, actionable outputs. Strong technical skills in Python and SQL, with experience manipulating large and complex datasets. A solid understanding of football, including tactical principles and contextual performance analysis, or a demonstrable interest and willingness to learn quickly. A sharp eye for visual communication and experience with tools like D3.js, Dash, Plotly, or similar.
Desirable (but not essential)
Experience working with tracking or physical performance datasets. Familiarity with cloud-based analytical environments (e.g. Databricks, Azure). A background in decision support, commercial insight or applied statistics.
What We Offer: At Manchester United, we recognise that our people are at the heart of our success. That’s why we offer a range of rewards designed to support your professional and personal well-being:
Wellness Support with access to mental health resources, digital health checks, and & nutritionists through Aviva Digicare+ Workplace Exclusive Discounts through our United Rewards platform, giving you access to exclusive deals from the club and partners Gym Facilities in our onsite locations and opportunities for regular social events and team-building activities Enhanced family Leave Benefits and an opportunity to purchase additional holiday days Enhanced Career Development with access to professional learning platforms like LinkedIn Learning, and internal training programs A Supportive Work Environment that values diversity, equity and inclusion, and individual growth
Our Commitment to You: At Manchester United, we believe that a diverse and inclusive environment makes us stronger. We are committed to building a team where everyone feels welcomed, valued, and empowered to contribute their unique perspectives. Diversity, equity and inclusion are at the core of our recruitment strategy, and we welcome applicants from all backgrounds. Ready to Join Us? If this sounds like the perfect role for you, please submit your application by Wednesday 13th August 2025. Manchester United is committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable adults, and as part of this commitment, all candidates will undergo a Disclosure and Barring Service check and reference checks. If you need any adjustments to help you perform at your best during the recruitment process, please feel free to contact us, and we will be happy to discuss them with you. It is unlawful to employ a person in a UK-based job who does not have permission to live and work in the UK. You should make yourself aware of how immigration laws apply to you before applying for any of our roles. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Wünschenswerte Fähigkeiten
- Azure
- D3.JS
- Plotly
- Powerpoint
- Python
- SQL
- Databricks
Berufserfahrung
- Data Analyst
- Analytics
Sprachkenntnisse
- English
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