First Team Opposition Analyst

First Team Opposition Analyst

[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Opposition Analyst to support the First Team throughout the 2026–27 EFL Championship season. The role will focus on delivering high-quality tactical and data-driven insights aligned with the club’s football philosophy—emphasizing structured build-up play, positional discipline, and intelligent pressing.

The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring the coaching staff and players are optimally prepared for each Championship fixture, providing tailored analysis on opposition teams and contributing to [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal]’s competitive edge.

Key Details

• Department: First Team Analysis
• Reports to: Head of Analysis
• Salary: Competitive
• Contract: Permanent Full-time, 40 hours per week
• Work Flexibility: Irregular hours including evenings, weekends, and bank holidays
• Location: Fairwood Training Grounds, SA2 7JX

Responsibilities

• Lead opposition analysis for all EFL Championship fixtures, as well as domestic cup competitions where required.
• Analyse upcoming opponents’ tactical identity, including build-up structures, pressing triggers, defensive organisation, and transition behaviours.
• Identify key opposition players, highlighting strengths, weaknesses, and potential tactical matchups relevant to [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal]’s playing model.
• Produce detailed pre-match reports and video presentations tailored specifically to [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal]’s tactical approach.
• Deliver concise and engaging analysis sessions to coaching staff and players at Fairwood Training Ground.
• Collaborate with the First Team Head of Analysis and coaching staff to ensure analysis directly informs weekly training plans and match strategy.
• Provide live matchday support at Swansea.com Stadium, delivering real-time insights and opposition adjustments.
• Maintain a dynamic database of Championship opponents and tracking tactical trends, formations across the season.

Person Specification

Key Skills & Experience

• Demonstrable experience in football performance analysis, ideally within the EFL Championship or a comparable elite environment.
• Strong knowledge of Championship-level football, including physical demands, tactical variability, and league-specific trends.
• Advanced proficiency in industry-standard analysis tools (e.g., Hudl Sportscode, Wyscout, Genius Sports, or similar).
• Deep understanding of tactical frameworks, including positional play, pressing systems, and transition phases.
• Ability to translate complex data and video into clear, actionable insights for coaches and players.
• Excellent presentation and communication skills.
• Strong organisational ability with proven experience managing tight turnaround times between fixtures.

Desirable Qualifications

• Degree in Performance Analysis, Sports Science, or a related discipline.
• FA Level 2 (UEFA C) coaching qualification or higher.
• Familiarity with [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal]’s playing philosophy and operational structure.

Personal Attributes

• High attention to detail and analytical mindset.
• Strong alignment with [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal]’s footballing identity and values.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-pressure Championship environment.
• Proactive, collaborative, and adaptable approach to problem-solving.
• Commitment to continuous professional development and innovation in performance analysis.

Performance Measures

• Accuracy, clarity, and relevance of opposition analysis delivered to coaching staff and players.
• Impact of analytical insights on match preparation and in-game tactical decisions.
• Feedback from First Team Manager and coaching staff.
• Efficiency in delivering outputs within tight Championship scheduling cycles.
• Contribution to overall team performance throughout the 2026–27 season.

General Statement

Should an adequate number of applications be received prior to the closing date, [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] reserve the right to remove this advert. Due to a high demand in applications the Club will be unable to respond to those applicants who have not been shortlisted for interview.

Safeguarding & Welfare

The Company is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Offers of work involving regulated activity with children are subject to a satisfactory enhanced DBS Disclosure and barred list check. Online searches may be conducted on shortlisted candidates. Appropriate references will be required.

Equality, Diversity & Inclusion

[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] strives to provide an environment where everyone's rights, dignity and individual worth is respected and takes a zero-tolerance approach to discrimination. We welcome applications from all individuals, particularly from under-represented groups. All appointments will be made on merit.

How to Apply

Please complete an Application Form, available HERE. If you require the application form in an alternative format, please email [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal].

The closing date for this vacancy will be Monday 18th May 2026.