Head of Analysis – Bath Rugby – Bath – PGIR Ltd

Job Overview:
Responsible for the strategic development and operational delivery of Performance Analysis services to Bath Rugby, the post holder will work closely with the Director of Rugby, Senior Team coaches and other departmental heads to deliver an effective and integrated Performance Analysis service to all teams within the organisation.

The post-holder must have a proven track record of interacting with elite rugby coaches and sports science staff and leading and inspiring a team of practitioners to deliver. Technically he/she will have a history of using video and data to provide insight and improve performance and alongside that have demonstrable experience in a broad scope of key areas including (but not limited to):
• Quantitative and Qualitative tactical analysis
• Data Analysis and Visualisation
• Performance Monitoring Protocols
• Feedback and Reporting Methodologies
• Collection, Integration and Manipulation of large data sets
• Alignment of service delivery
• Department / Service Evolution Planning
• Experience of managing an Analysis team
• Resource and Budget Management

The post-holder will operate under a matrix management system reporting to Bath Rugby’s Director of rugby as an operational head and Michael Hughes as functional head (PGIR Limited).

Details of Duties:
• Oversee the delivery of Performance Analysis services to all teams at the club (1st XV through to Academy)
• Line manage and mentor a team of analysts working with the various development / representative sides
• Design and deliver robust analysis processes and protocols to gather and disseminate pertinent information on relevant KPI’s and Game Plan requirements in both training and matches, as agreed with the Coaching Team
• Monitor technical and tactical KPI’s throughput the season and regularly liaise with coaches to feedback objective information and insight
• Align service delivery from the Senior Team down, to ensure consistency of data capture and analysis and allow for effective player development monitoring
• When appropriate have the communication skills to constructively challenge and support coaches
• Design and monitor databases (local and online) to store and interrogate performance data in order to improve understanding of the key determinants of success within the professional game
• Work closely with other departmental heads to develop an analysis strategy which, where possible, meets the needs of all key stakeholders and disciplines in understanding and maximizing performance on the pitch
• Advise and assist with wider technological requirements of the club, to ensure the infrastructure and facilities maximizes performance
• Keep abreast of the latest relevant technological advances and, where suitable, utilise new technologies to gain a competitive advantage
• Be competent and confident in dealing with external stakeholders and partners.

Person Specification:
Education, Training and Experience:
• A sound academic record, including a Post Graduate degree in Performance Analysis or related subject is required.
• At least 4 years practical and relevant experience within performance analysis and a strong understanding of the workings of Professional / Elite Sports
• Excellent understanding of the game of rugby with at least 3 years experience of working or playing in the game
• Demonstrable experience of impacting on performance through analysis processes / protocols
• Highly numerate with strong technical and computer skills
• Ability to explain complex statistical issues to diverse audiences of varying expertise, including intelligent use of graphics and visualisations
• Good knowledge of Microsoft Excel is absolutely essential
• Demonstrable database and statistical analysis skills
• Ability to vary feedback methodologies to maximize understanding of target audience
• Experience of report writing and design – translating analysis into literate, concise documentation
• Excellent written and spoken English is essential
• Organisational, financial planning and management skills.

Personal Skills:
• Motivational person who truly believes in working within teams of high performing individuals and knows what it takes to do this
• Track record of managing / leading small teams of analysts and building excellent relationships with coaches
• Driven by a can-do approach to problem solving
• Present themselves well and possess a proven ability to interact confidently and to communicate effectively with various audiences, including
all levels of management both face to face and in writing
• Highly organized, with the ability to work under pressure and deal with multiple tasks
• Willingness and ability to work unsociable hours
• Comfortable, confident and effective in an elite / professional sporting environment. Has high standards and takes pride in their work

Contractual Details:
Start date: ASAP
Location: Farleigh House will be the post-holder’s normal place of work.
Remuneration: Dependent on experience.
Holiday: Up to 25 days per year excluding bank holidays.
Hours: 08.30 to 17.45
Contract: TBA
Probation: 3 months
Pension: Group sponsored pension scheme
Other: Death in Service
Medical: Private Medical Cover

PGIR Limited is an equal opportunities employer and in line with our policies, we aim to ensure that no job applicant receives less favourable treatment on the grounds of race, colour, nationality, religion, ethnic or national origin, age, gender, marital status, sexual orientation or disability.

How to apply
Please send your CV along with a covering letter to eheybourne@pgir.co.uk. Closing date for applications is 21 June 2016. Interviews to be held w/c 27 June 2016.

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