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Soccer In-Ground Correspondent - Dundee, Scotland
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Soccer In-Ground Correspondent – Dundee, Scotland
Become an In-Ground Correspondent for Stats Perform to Revolutionise Soccer Data Collection!
Job Purpose
To serve as an In-Ground Correspondent working on behalf of Stats Perform, collecting Opta data for analysis within collection hubs.
Key Responsibilities
- Ensure timely delivery of team-sheets and pre-game information in full compliance with Opta deadlines—arriving at the ground up to 90 minutes before kick-off.
- Collect live in-play statistics and conduct real-time analysis directly from match venues.
- Collaborate with in-office analysts to deliver accurate, live data throughout matches.
- Confirm and clarify collected data using official sources to guarantee quality.
- Acquire specialist knowledge of teams assigned to you for high-quality in-game analysis.
Personal Competencies Required
- Reliability & Availability
- Availability required for most, if not all, home matches of designated teams.
- Matches predominantly take place on weekends and weekday evenings, occasionally at other times.
- Weekend work is mandatory.
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Understanding of the Game
- Strong knowledge of soccer structures, including matchday procedures and in-game events.
- Familiarity with assigned team(s) and their strategies.
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Punctuality & Diligence
- Crucial adherence to deadlines during live matches.
- Must exhibit honesty, integrity, and meticulous attention to detail in every task.
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Interpretation & Communication
- Ability to accurately perceive and interpret live events before communicating them clearly to the In-Office Analyst.
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Training & Development
- Engagement in ongoing training sessions, including close-season sessions and periodic quality assessments.
Requirements
- Excellent communication skills for seamless collaboration.
- In-depth knowledge of soccer, complemented by a genuine passion for the sport.
- Keen attention to detail and an unwavering commitment to accuracy.
- Club awareness—familiarity with teams or clubs in your region.
- Experience with performance analysis or data collection (advantageous but not mandatory).
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About Stats Perform
Stats Perform gathers the richest sports data globally, transforming it through AI innovation to deliver critical insights for:
- Media & broadcast companies through enhanced storytelling.
- Technology firms with dependable, fast-paced data.
- Sportsbooks via in-play betting and integrity services.
- Teams with state-of-the-art AI analytics.
As the leading sports data and AI company, Stats Perform partners extensively with:
- Global sports leagues
- Tech giants
- Major sporting broadcasters
Join us in shaping the future of sports science—we look forward to your application!
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