Head of Performance Analysis

DEPARTMENT:

Sporting

REPORTING TO:

Director, Player Personnel and Analysis

DIRECT REPORTS:

First Team Performance Analyst, Second Team Performance Analyst

LOCATION:

CFA New York (Orangeburg, NY)

OVERVIEW:

The Head of Performance Analysis is a leadership position within the sporting department that plays a pivotal role in shaping, delivering, and embedding performance analysis processes that support team and individual performance. This role requires strong leadership and interpersonal skills alongside exceptional football knowledge, with the ability to translate video and data insights into actionable information for coaches and players.

WHAT YOU’LL DO:

Leadership & Team Development

• Lead, mentor, and manage the performance analysis team: recruit, develop, and coach analysts to maintain a high-performance culture, proactive mindset, and strong delivery focus.
• Set clear objectives, workflows, and quality standards for the analysis team to ensure ongoing professional development.

Analysis Strategy & Delivery

• Optimize performance analysis processes that support team performance and player development targets, focusing on impact, accuracy, and consistency.
• Oversee the creation and delivery of high-quality video and data-driven insights to the first team coaches and players, including:
• Opposition scouting reports
• Live, in-match feedback and halftime presentations
• Post-match feedback aligned with team and individual development plans
• Training session analysis

Collaboration

• Partner closely with coaching staff, human performance, and data analysts to ensure a multi-disciplinary approach to preparation and feedback for training and matches.

Technology Management

• Stay up to date with the latest developments in performance analysis software and technologies.
• Manage and maintain the equipment and technology used for performance analysis throughout the club.

WHAT YOU’LL BRING:

• 5+ years of work experience as a Performance Analyst at the professional level
• Excellent interpersonal skills and demonstrated experience leading an analysis team – setting strategic direction, managing workflows, and delivering high-quality analysis to coaches and players.
• Deep understanding of the technical and tactical demands of professional football, with the ability to translate video and data into meaningful insights.
• Proficiency with industry-standard analysis platforms like Hudl Sportscode, Hudl Studio, Statsbomb, Wyscout, Microsoft Office, Spiideo, etc.

KEY RELATIONSHIPS

• Director, Player Personnel and Analysis
• First Team Coaching Staff
• First and Second Team Performance Analysts
• Performance Director
• Sporting Director

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Applicant must be able to comply with MLS NEXT Safety and Well-Being policy and any other applicable child safety policies provided to applicants by NYCFC
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, as necessary
• Applicant must have a valid driver’s license

COMPENSATION:

This exempt position has an estimated annual base salary range of $100,000 – $110,000 and is not overtime eligible. Final compensation offer amounts are based on a wide array of factors unique to each candidate, including but not limited to demonstrated skill set, years and depth of relevant experience, and some role-dependent factors such as certifications and software expertise. We welcome direct conversations with each candidate about compensation in all of our initial calls.

WHAT WE OFFER:

• Excellent health, dental & vision insurance, with options to fit you and your family’s needs
• Comprehensive and competitive benefit programs, including maternal & paternal leave
• Ancillary benefits: Commuter, pet insurance, gym membership, and Citi Bike discounts
• Your health is important! Our wellness strategy focuses on mental and physical wellbeing through in-office and virtual programs
• Four complimentary tickets to every NYCFC home match
• Team outings, happy hours, and annual staff gatherings to celebrate our co-workers
• A dynamic, ambitious, and fun work environment

NEW YORK CITY FOOTBALL CLUB OVERVIEW:

At New York City FC, we are on a mission to build this city into one of the soccer capitals of the world. The Club was announced as Major League Soccer’s 20th franchise and is the first and only MLS team located within the five boroughs of New York City. The Club has qualified for the Audi MLS Cup Playoffs eight times over the past nine seasons, winning MLS Cup in 2021. Games are broadcast through MLS Season Pass, the unprecedented subscription service from Apple and Major League Soccer that will have every match of the MLS regular season, Audi MLS Cup Playoffs, and Leagues Cup all in one place and with no blackouts. New York City FC is building New York City’s first-ever soccer-specific stadium, set to open for the 2027 MLS season. For more information, please visit: www.newyorkcityfc.com.

New York City FC is also one of 13 clubs comprising City Football Group and counts Manchester City FC, Melbourne City FC, Yokohama F-Marinos, Girona FC, Montevideo City Torque, Shenzhen Peng City FC, Mumbai City FC, Lommel SK, ESTAC Troyes, Palermo FC, Bahia, and Club Bolívar among its sister clubs.