Swansea City AFC is seeking a highly motivated and detail -oriented Opposition Analyst to

support the First Team throughout the 2026 –27 EFL Championship season. The role will

focus on delivering high -quality tactical and data -driven insights aligned with the club ’s

football philosophy —emphasizing structured build -up play, positional discipline, and

intelligent pressing.

The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring the coaching staff and players are

optimally prepared for each Championship fixture, providing tailored analysis on opposition

teams and contributing to Swansea City ’s competitive edge.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead opposition analysis for all EFL Championship fixtures, as well as domestic cup

competitions where required.

• Analyse upcoming opponents ’tactical identity, including build -up structures, pressing

triggers, defensive organisation, and transition behaviours.

• Identify key opposition players, highlighting strengths, weaknesses, and potential

tactical matchups relevant to Swansea City ’s playing model.

• Produce detailed pre-match reports and video presentations tailored specifically to

Swansea City ’s tactical approach.

• Deliver concise and engaging analysis sessions to coaching staff and players at

Fairwood Training Ground.

• Collaborate with the First Team Head of Analysis and coaching staff to ensure analysis

directly informs weekly training plans and match strategy.

• Provide live matchday support at Swansea.com Stadium, delivering real-time insights

and opposition adjustments.

• Maintain a dynamic database of Championship opponents and tracking tactical trends,

formations across the season.

PERSON SPECIFICATION

Key Skills & Experience

• Demonstrable experience in football performance analysis, ideally within the EFL

Championship or a comparable elite environment.

• Strong knowledge of Championship -level football, including physical demands,

tactical variability, and league -specific trends.

• Advanced proficiency in industry -standard analysis tools (e.g., Hudl Sportscode,

Wyscout, Genius Sports, or similar).

• Deep understanding of tactical frameworks, including positional play, pressing

systems, and transition phases.

• Ability to translate complex data and video into clear, actionable insights for

coaches and players.

• Excellent presentation and communication skills.

• Strong organisational ability with proven experience managing tight turnaround

times between fixtures.

Desirable Qualifications

• Degree in Performance Analysis, Sports Science, or a related discipline.

• FA Level 2 (UEFA C) coaching qualification or higher.

• Familiarity with Swansea City ’s playing philosophy and operational structure.

Personal Attributes

• High attention to detail and analytical mindset.

• Strong alignment with Swansea City ’s footballing identity and values.

• Ability to thrive in a fast -paced, high -pressure Championship environment.

• Proactive, collaborative, and adaptable approach to problem -solving.

• Commitment to continuous professional development and innovation in

performance analysis.

Performance Measures

• Accuracy, clarity, and relevance of opposition analysis delivered to coaching staff

and players.

• Impact of analytical insights on match preparation and in-game tactical decisions.

• Feedback from First Team Manager and coaching staff.

• Efficiency in delivering outputs within tight Championship scheduling cycles.

• Contribution to overall team performance throughout the 2026 –27 season.