1st Team Performance Analyst - Set Pieces

Be Part of a Legacy Bigger Than the Game

At Al-Qadsiah Club we’re creating more than teams—we’re crafting a legacy that goes beyond the game, making an impact both on and off the field. Driven by ambition, synergy, and innovation, we aim to inspire generations while shaping the future of Saudi sports.

This is more than just a job—it’s an opportunity to be part of something larger than yourself. At Al-Qadsiah, you’ll play a key role in shaping our legacy, contributing to the nation’s sports vision, and making history every step of the way.

Overview :

As the 1st Team Performance Analyst – Set Pieces at Al-Qadsiah Club, you will lead the club’s set piece analysis provision. You will deliver detailed, evidence-based insights to support decision-making, session design, and performance improvement, integrating both video and data across match-by-match and longitudinal analysis.

Key Responsibilities:

Opposition Set Piece Analysis

• Provide detailed analysis of opposition set pieces, identifying strengths and weaknesses in attacking and defending phases
• Maintain structured databases of opposition set pieces to support efficient analysis and trend identification
• Present clear and actionable insights to the Set Piece Coach and wider coaching staff
• Collaborate with data and technology teams to integrate data into analysis outputs
• Support the creation of player-facing presentations to communicate roles and responsibilities
• Deliver live analysis during training and matches to influence performance in real time

Qadsiah Set Piece Analysis

• Produce detailed post-match reviews in collaboration with the Set Piece Coach
• Integrate video and data to analyse both team and individual performance
• Maintain a comprehensive database of Qadsiah set pieces to track trends across multiple matches
• Utilise tracking data to enhance individual player performance and set piece outcomes

Best Practice and Research Analysis

• Maintain a best practice library of set pieces to support ongoing learning and development
• Research trends and innovations in set piece strategy in collaboration with internal departments
• Translate insights into practical recommendations for coaching staff

Collaboration and Department Support

• Support on-pitch delivery alongside the Set Piece Coach
• Contribute to wider analysis department workflows and projects
• Maintain professional standards and engage in continuous development

Qualifications

Desirable:

• Master’s degree in Performance Analysis or a related field
• Certification in Football Analysis (e.g. PFSA, Barça Innovation Hub, FA courses)
• UEFA coaching qualifications or formal tactical training

Skills, Knowledge and Experience:

Essential:

• Bachelor’s degree in Performance Analysis or a related field
• Proven experience as a performance analyst in professional football, ideally with a focus on set pieces
• Advanced tactical and technical understanding of set piece strategies
• Ability to translate complex analysis into clear, actionable insights
• Proficiency in video analysis tools such as Hudl, Wyscout, and Sportscode
• Strong ability to produce detailed reports and presentations for players and staff
• Experience analysing performance data within a football context
• Ability to work to deadlines in high-pressure environments
• Strong communication skills across technical and non-technical audiences
• Fluency in English

Desirable:

• Experience designing training sessions linked to individual development
• Multilingual capability
• Experience working in the Middle East

Why Join Al-Qadsiah?

Be Part of the Legacy: Join a club that’s redefining the future of Saudi sports, striving to lead the competition and set new standards of excellence.

Experience the Culture: Thrive in an environment that values quality, accountability, diversity, synergy, innovation, and ambition, while embracing harmony—this is the Qadsiah Way.

The Executives in Sport Group are retained on behalf of Al Qadsiah SC to make this appointment. All direct applications and CVs will be forwarded to The Executives in Sport Group.

If this role is of interest, then please press the apply button and include a copy of your CV.