Soccer In-Ground Correspondent - Grantown on Spey, Scotland

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Stats Perform is seeking an On-Ground/In-Ground Correspondent for Grantown on Spey to collect Opta data live from soccer matches. The role centers on timely delivery of team sheets and pre-game information, typically up to 90 minutes before kick-off, and real time data capture from venues in collaboration with in-office analysts, with data confirmed from official sources whenever possible. You will need to acquire deep knowledge of designated teams and demonstrate reliability, punctuality, and strong communication. Weekend and weekday evening availability is essential, as is attention to detail and honesty. To apply, highlight live data collection or performance analysis experience, knowledge of local clubs, and a passion for accurate data driven storytelling, plus eagerness for training.

Become an In-Ground Correspondent for Soccer!

What is the job purpose:

To be an In-Ground Correspondent working on behalf of Stats Perform to collect our Opta data for analysis within the collection hubs.

Key Responsibilities:

• Ensure timely delivery of team-sheets and pre-game information in line with Opta deadlines. Analysts are expected to be at the ground up to 90 minutes before kick-off.
• Collection of in-play statistics and analysis live from the venues.
• Working in collaboration with In-Office analysts to provide accurate live data during the matches.
• Confirmation and clarification of data collected via official sources where possible and appropriate.
• Acquire specialist knowledge of the teams designated to you in order to ensure high-quality live analysis.

Personal Competencies Required:

• Reliability and Availability - Analysts are expected to be available for the vast majority if not all of their designated team’s home matches. These will take place on weekends and weekday evenings with some matches taking place at other times. Weekend working is a given!
• Understanding of the Game - Analysts must have an established knowledge of Soccer including matchday procedures, in-game events, and some knowledge of the team(s) in their area.
• Punctuality and Diligence - All Opta staff must understand the importance of punctuality surrounding live matches and the diligence required when covering such events. Honesty, integrity, and attention to detail are all vitally important characteristics of any Opta analyst.
• Interpretation and Communication - Analysts need to have the ability to interpret what they are seeing in front of them in an accurate and timely fashion before communicating it clearly and concisely to the In-Office Analyst they are working with.
• Training and Development - Analysts are expected to commit to ongoing training and improvement via specific, ongoing feedback and quality assurance measures. Training sessions will take place during the close season and periodically throughout the year.

Requirements:

• Excellent communication skills
• In-depth knowledge of Soccer accompanied by a genuine passion for the sport
• Attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy
• Knowledge and awareness of a club or clubs in your region
• Experience of performance analysis and/or data collection would be an advantage

HERE’S A LITTLE MORE ABOUT US

Stats Perform collects the richest sports data in the world and transforms it through revolutionary artificial intelligence (AI) to unlock the most in-depth insights for media and technology, betting, and team performance. With company roots dating back almost 40 years, Stats Perform embraces and solves the dynamic nature of sport – be that for digital and broadcast media with differentiated storytelling, tech companies with reliable and fast data to power their own innovations, sportsbooks with in-play betting and integrity services, or teams with first-of-its-kind AI analysis software. As the leading sports data and AI company, Stats Perform works with most of the top global sports broadcast companies, tech companies, sportsbooks, teams, and leagues.

We are looking forward to your application!