Assistant 1st Team Performance Analyst

Job Title

Assistant 1 – Team Performance Analyst

Department

Analysis

Reporting

Head of Analysis

Location

Training Ground, Jersey Road

Salary

Competitive

Brentford FC Overview

Brentford FC is a bit different from other Premier League football clubs. We put our fans first and are a true community club. We are financially sustainable yet ready to take calculated risks. We pride ourselves on a culture that values development, inclusion, and thinking differently.

We believe in a diverse workforce that helps us develop ideas, solve problems, and grow Brentford FC.

We play in a new stadium 15 minutes from Heathrow in vibrant West London.

Inclusion Statement

Brentford FC values diversity and inclusivity. We welcome applications from qualified candidates, including those from under‑represented groups such as ethnic minorities, women, LGBTQ+ individuals, and people with disabilities. We offer reasonable adjustments at appropriate points in the hiring process.

Safeguarding Statement

Brentford FC is committed to safeguarding and the welfare of all children and adults at risk. All staff are responsible for safeguarding. Staff will receive regular safeguarding training and must report concerns to the safeguarding team. The post holder must uphold the club’s safeguarding policies and ensure a safe environment.

Background checks, including DBS in the last 10 years, may be required.

Application Requirements

Applications are evaluated only if the application form is completed in full. A CV alone is not sufficient. Where applicable, a Declaration of Offences Form will be requested after a first‑stage interview.

The Role of the Assistant 1 – Team Performance Analyst

The successful candidate will assist with the day‑to‑day functioning of the first team analysis department, working alongside club analysts. The role focuses on data and analytical support.

Main Accountabilities

• Managing, creating and developing Tableau dashboards
• Producing Brentford and opposition reports
• Conducting opposition analysis
• Conducting individual and training analysis
• Any other tasks as required

Team Related Tasks

• Supporting Academy staff when necessary
• Ad‑hoc tasks as requested by the line manager

General Club Accountabilities

• Report concerns through the safeguarding team as appropriate
• Ensure compliance with club policies, health and safety, and data regulations
• Ensure compliance with legal, regulatory, ethical, and social requirements
• Adhere to the club’s safeguarding policy and code of conduct
• Promote equity, diversity and inclusion in line with the EDI strategy
• Maintain professional relationships internally and externally and represent Brentford FC appropriately
• Maintain confidentiality of club information
• Maintain a flexible approach to work at all times

Key Internal Relationships

• Head of Analysis
• Analysis Department
• Team Head Coach
• Team Coaching Staff

Person Specification – Essential Personal Characteristics

• High proficiency using Tableau and Excel
• Highly analytical with strong attention to detail
• Creative with data visualisations
• Problem‑solving mindset; able to determine needed outputs
• Willingness to work on the job and be self‑motivated
• Hardworking, enthusiastic with excellent communication skills
• Effective at planning and implementing workloads
• Ability to work unsociable hours – evenings, weekends and bank holidays
• Experience in elite‑level performance analysis/football
• Strong understanding of football
• Experience with analysis software (e.g., Wyscout, Second Spectrum, Opta)

Person Specification – Desirable Characteristics

• Master’s in an analytical discipline
• Experience with coding languages (SQL, R, Python)
• Coaching experience or qualifications
• Experience using drones for data collection

Closing Date

Thursday 30 October 2025

Employment Type

Full Time

Experience

Years of relevant experience required

Vacancy

1