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Organisation Overview
Pro Ref is entering a new and exciting era as we strive to continue enhancing refereeing standards. Pro Ref manage and develop the 600 Match Officials operating in the elite game in England and are building a broader, highly-skilled workforce to provide the best possible wrap-around support available to aid officials’ performance for the benefit of the game.
Role Purpose
The Match Analyst will be an integral member of the Insights and Analysis department, responsible for coding, analysing and interpreting match footage from Premier League and EFL Championship fixtures. The role will support the delivery of high-quality football and officiating insights to Match Officials and the Pro Ref coaching and technical team, helping to inform preparation, reflection and continuous performance improvement.
Main Duties
- Support the review of Match Officials' performance through video analysis
- Code match footage to defined specifications using bespoke analysis software
- Analyse video and performance data to support coaching, feedback and reflective practice
- Provide operational support to the Match Analysis Manager, Lead Match Analyst and Performance Analysis Manager
- Assist in the management of internal communication channels
- Ensure the timely delivery of match footage through internal platforms
- Attend training meetings and development events as required
- Support the delivery of practical training events through the use of the latest analysis technologies
- Contribute as an integral member of the Insights and Analysis department, supporting the wider objectives of Pro Ref
- Undertake any other duties commensurate with the role, as reasonably required by Pro Ref.
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Person Specification
Essential
- Demonstrable experience of analysing football using performance analysis software (e.g. SportsCode, Angles and/or MatchTracker)
- A sound understanding of the Laws of the Game
- In-depth knowledge of Premier League and EFL Championship football
- Exceptional attention to detail and a high degree of accuracy
- Excellent organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines
- Excellent IT skills, including confidence using Microsoft Office applications and digital platforms
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team
- Ability to work effectively in a remote environment, demonstrating strong self-management, communication and collaboration
- Flexibility to work evenings, weekends and other unsocial hours as required by the football calendar
- Reliable, dependable and consistently punctual
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Desirable
- Experience working as a Performance or Match Analyst within a professional sporting environment
- A refereeing qualification or a demonstrable interest in refereeing and officiating
- Experience of handling confidential and sensitive performance data and information
- Knowledge of performance analysis software such as SportsCode, Angles and MatchTracker
- An undergraduate degree or equivalent qualification in Sports Coaching, Performance Analysis, Sports Science or a related discipline
Behaviours
- Demonstrates integrity, professionalism and respect in all aspects of their work
- Takes accountability for their actions, responsibilities and delivery
- Builds positive working relationships through collaboration, trust and credibility
- Has the confidence and courage to challenge existing approaches and identify opportunities for improvement
- Demonstrates a willingness to learn, develop and continuously improve
- Shows curiosity and enthusiasm for innovation, technology and new ways of working
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