The Football Association is seeking an exceptional Assistant Analyst to join the England Women’s Under-23s setup. This is a unique opportunity for an experienced performance analyst to play a key role in shaping the future of elite women’s football, translating complex performance data into actionable insights that drive player development and competitive success on the international stage.
The role demands availability across Women’s international windows and will involve international travel to camps and competitions.
Key Responsibilities
The successful candidate will be responsible for delivering an elite-level performance analysis service to the England Women’s U23 squad. They will produce high-quality opposition profiles using both quantitative and qualitative data, providing coaches with the insights needed to develop effective game plans, conduct game reviews, and refine training sessions.
The analyst will accurately code footage in line with the team’s ‘How We Play’ model and use data visualisation techniques to present findings in a clear and compelling way. They will actively contribute to multi-disciplinary team (MDT) meetings and build strong working relationships with the U23 coaching and support staff, as well as colleagues across the Performance Analysis department.
Additional responsibilities include managing analysis equipment during camps, supporting targeted projects aligned with the Women’s Technical Strategy, and participating in departmental training and development sessions.
What the Ideal Candidate Looks Like
The ideal candidate will hold an MSc in Performance Analysis or a related field, alongside a minimum of three years’ experience as a performance analyst within professional football. They will possess extensive knowledge of HUDL Sportscode, proficiency in iOS software, and a high level of technical and tactical football understanding. Strong communication, presentation, and relationship-building skills are essential, as is a valid passport.
Additional attributes that would strengthen an application include coaching qualifications (FA Level 2 or above), prior experience in elite women’s football, data visualisation skills, and familiarity with platforms such as Tableau, GameOn, Redzone Analysis Capture masts, and HUDL Replay.
Women's U23 Assistant Analyst
LOCATION
Remote
EXPIRY DATE
27th, August 2026
CONTRACT TYPE
Full-Time
The Football Association is seeking an exceptional Assistant Analyst to join the England Women’s Under-23s setup. This is a unique opportunity for an experienced performance analyst to play a key role in shaping the future of elite women’s football, translating complex performance data into actionable insights that drive player development and competitive success on the international stage.
The role demands availability across Women’s international windows and will involve international travel to camps and competitions.
Key Responsibilities
The successful candidate will be responsible for delivering an elite-level performance analysis service to the England Women’s U23 squad. They will produce high-quality opposition profiles using both quantitative and qualitative data, providing coaches with the insights needed to develop effective game plans, conduct game reviews, and refine training sessions.
The analyst will accurately code footage in line with the team’s ‘How We Play’ model and use data visualisation techniques to present findings in a clear and compelling way. They will actively contribute to multi-disciplinary team (MDT) meetings and build strong working relationships with the U23 coaching and support staff, as well as colleagues across the Performance Analysis department.
Additional responsibilities include managing analysis equipment during camps, supporting targeted projects aligned with the Women’s Technical Strategy, and participating in departmental training and development sessions.
What the Ideal Candidate Looks Like
The ideal candidate will hold an MSc in Performance Analysis or a related field, alongside a minimum of three years’ experience as a performance analyst within professional football. They will possess extensive knowledge of HUDL Sportscode, proficiency in iOS software, and a high level of technical and tactical football understanding. Strong communication, presentation, and relationship-building skills are essential, as is a valid passport.
Additional attributes that would strengthen an application include coaching qualifications (FA Level 2 or above), prior experience in elite women’s football, data visualisation skills, and familiarity with platforms such as Tableau, GameOn, Redzone Analysis Capture masts, and HUDL Replay.
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