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Senior Academy Analyst
Newcastle Red Bulls
Newcastle Red Bulls, formerly known as Newcastle Falcons, is a rugby union team that play in Premiership Rugby, England's highest division of rugby union. The club was established in 1877 as the Gosforth Football Club.
Job Posted- 26 May 2026
Status- Full Time
Location- England
Closing date- 5 Jun 2026
ABOUT USWe are Newcastle Red Bulls, the only Premiership rugby team in the True North of England. Our vision is to be one of the leading rugby organisations in the UK and Europe. Backed by Red Bull, we are writing a new chapter for professional sport in the region and are looking for outstanding people who share our ambition, discipline and energy.
THE NEWCASTLE RED BULLS ACADEMYT
he Newcastle Red Bulls Academy exists to identify, develop and support the next generation of Premiership and international rugby players. Based at Kingston Park and across our regional pathway, the Academy provides a high-performance environment for talented young athletes, combining world-class coaching, physical development and performance support.
The Academy is central to the long-term success of Newcastle Red Bulls. Our aim is to create a clear, aligned pathway into the senior squad, underpinned by strong values, evidence-based coaching and best-in-class performance support services, with analysis at the heart of how we develop players.
PURPOSE OF THE ROLE
The Senior Academy Analyst will play a central role in Newcastle Red Bulls’ player development programme. You will work closely with talented Academy players and coaches to drive performance through cutting-edge analysis and innovative feedback methods.This role leads the analysis provision across the senior Academy, supporting the delivery of Individual Development Plans (IDPs) and ensuring coaches and players have the insight they need to maximise potential. You will also support first team analysis where required and contribute to our talent identification and recruitment processes.
This is an opportunity to play a key role in the development of future Newcastle Red Bulls players.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
• Lead the analysis provision across the Academy programme, acting as the primary point of contact for all senior Academy analysis needs.
• Provide regular, detailed and accurate video and statistical reports of player and team performance for players and the coaching team.
• Deliver and present in-depth insight into the development of senior Academy players throughout the season, aligned to each player’s Individual Development Plan (IDP).
• Lead the matchday analysis provision for ‘A’ Team, loan club and Red Bulls university fixtures, including live and post-match analysis, data collection and reporting.
• Support the Foundations Phase talent Identification programmes, including assessment days and festivals.
• Support the first team performance analysis department when required to enhance player development and strengthen the transition from Academy to senior rugby.
• Manage all match and training footage and associated data, ensuring effective coding, storage, archiving and accessibility for future analysis.
• Continue to research and implement innovative feedback methods, while delivering best-practice analysis processes and content using creative learning principles.
• Provide education and support to upskill coaches and players in the use of analysis tools and outputs, building strong working relationships across the multi-disciplinary team.
• Ensure alignment and sharing of player insights, video and information across the entire Academy system and with relevant senior club staff.
• Manage and maintain all senior Academy analysis hardware and software, liaising with IT and external providers to ensure reliability and performance.
• Support the Academy team and Head of Recruitment with Talent ID, including the analysis and profiling of prospective players and ongoing monitoring of key targets.
• Develop and maintain strong links with the wider performance analysis community to stay abreast of emerging trends, technology and best practice.
KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS
• Quality, accuracy and timeliness of analysis reports and presentations to coaches and players.
• Measurable impact of analysis on individual player development and progression against IDPs.
• Quality and reliability of video, data collection, coding and archiving processes.
• Feedback from Academy and first team coaches on the value and usability of analysis support.
• Effectiveness of collaboration and information sharing across the Academy and senior rugby environment.
• Evidence of innovation in feedback methods, learning design and use of analysis technology.
ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS
• Proven experience in delivering performance analysis services within a high-performance sporting environment (academy or professional level).
• Previous experience of working as part of a multi-disciplinary team (eg coaches, S&C, medical, psychology).
• High level of rugby union knowledge and understanding; previous playing or refereeing experience is advantageous.
• Demonstrable experience using Hudl products (e.g. Sportscode, Studio) for data collection, coding and presentation.
• Experience using data visualisation software (e.g. Tableau, Power BI) to communicate insight clearly and effectively.
• Excellent IT skills, including strong experience with Apple products and common office software.
• Ability to self-manage, plan and prioritise workload in a demanding, fast-moving environment.
• Proven experience of working to tight deadlines, including evenings and weekends around the rugby calendar.
• A full, valid UK driving licence and willingness to travel as required.
• Eligibility to work in the UK.
SKILLS AND ATTRIBUTES
• Communication: Able to convey key messages clearly and effectively to players, coaches and staff, adapting style to different audiences. You encourage open dialogue, ensure others feel heard and use communication to drive positive performance change.
• Planning and Organising: You manage time, resources and tasks effectively, setting clear objectives, prioritising workload and structuring plans to ensure efficient and timely delivery, particularly around match and training schedules.
• Problem Solving and Critical Thinking: You have a curious and analytical mindset, capable of interpreting complex performance data and multiple perspectives to develop objective, evidence-based insights and solutions.
• Leadership and Self-Development: You will lead the analysis plan for the Academy and recruitment department, managing the Academy Analyst and setting clear standards and processes. You take ownership of your own development, staying up to date with the latest analysis tools, methods and research to continually enhance the service you provide.
• Relationship Building: You build strong, trusting relationships with players, coaches and support staff, contributing positively to a high-performance culture.
• Attention to Detail: High standards of accuracy in coding, data management, reporting and presentation.
DESIRABLE REQUIREMENTS
• Experience within a professional rugby environment (club, union or high-level academy).
• Previous involvement in player talent identification and recruitment processes.
• Experience designing and delivering education for players and coaches on the use of performance analysis.
• Knowledge of athlete development pathways and long-term player development models.
SAFEGUARDING
Newcastle Red Bulls take safeguarding very seriously and are committed to ensuring that all children and adults at risk are safeguarded at all times when engaging in club activities or services. The club has safeguarding policies and best practice guidelines to support this and expects all employees to adopt such policies and practices at all times.
The club adheres to strict guidelines, policies and procedures when recruiting staff who work with children and/or adults at risk and is committed to ensuring staff receive appropriate safeguarding training suitable to their role(s). Successful applicants are expected to share the club’s approach to safeguarding at all times.This post requires an Enhanced with BLC Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check and will be subject to any applicable RFU / Premiership Rugby safer recruitment requirements.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES
Newcastle Red Bulls are an equal opportunities employer and all applicants for employment will be given equal opportunities irrespective of sex, age, race, religion or belief, marriage or civil partnership, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy or maternity, ethnic or national origin.The post holder’s duties must be carried out in compliance with the club’s Equal Opportunities Policy, with the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 and subsequent Health and Safety Legislation.
These duties and responsibilities should be regarded as neither exclusive nor exhaustive, and the post holder may be required to undertake other reasonably determined duties and responsibilities within Newcastle Red Bulls, commensurate with the post without changing the character of the post.Employment is subject to satisfactory professional references and the provision of proof of eligibility to work in the UK.
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