Job Description
At Manchester United, we believe that excellence on the pitch starts with excellence off the pitch. Our team thrives in a high-performance environment, united by a shared passion for success. We aim to elevate the standard of performance through collaboration and continuous growth, creating a space where everyone can contribute their best to our common goals.
We work together at our iconic Manchester United offices, enabling connection and innovation as we look ahead to what we can achieve as a global football club. We are excited to bring in passionate people who share our vision and drive for success.
The Role:
As a Positional Scout, you will identify, assess, and monitor a positional market, supporting both long-term talent identification and succession planning and immediate First Team recruitment needs.
Using live scouting, video analysis, market research & intelligence, you will ensure the Club maintains accurate and up-to-date evaluations on all relevant players in the positional market to support recruitment, retention, succession planning, and strategic decision-making.
Key Responsibilities:
Scouting Assessment & Market Intelligence
We work together at our iconic Manchester United offices, enabling connection and innovation as we look ahead to what we can achieve as a global football club. We are excited to bring in passionate people who share our vision and drive for success.
The Role:
As a Positional Scout, you will identify, assess, and monitor a positional market, supporting both long-term talent identification and succession planning and immediate First Team recruitment needs.
Using live scouting, video analysis, market research & intelligence, you will ensure the Club maintains accurate and up-to-date evaluations on all relevant players in the positional market to support recruitment, retention, succession planning, and strategic decision-making.
Key Responsibilities:
Scouting Assessment & Market Intelligence
- Evaluate players on video and utilise market intelligence to efficiently filter the most relevant players for MUFC.
- Produce detailed, yet concise reports explaining the strengths, weaknesses, role suitability, and overall evaluation of the player.
- Attend strategically targeted live matches to evaluate senior and emerging talent players.
- Assess player suitability, potential, readiness, and long-term trajectory against Club benchmarks.
- Gather and validate intelligence on player background, personality, professionalism, injury history, and market status
- Identify and evaluate emerging talent players with the potential to become among the best in the world.
- Maintain and keep up to date visual shortlists for your position, and reliably track priority and emerging targets.
- Proactively evaluate EPL ready players to support short-term recruitment needs and unforeseen situations.
- Maintain a strong understanding of market pressures and values in your position, availability, and market opportunities.
Data Management & Reporting
- Maintain accurate, organised, and up-to-date player records within Club systems.
- Ensure reporting is timely, concise, and aligned with Club standards.
- Manage workload effectively across longlists, shortlists, and positional priorities.
Collaboration & Communication
- Work closely with recruitment leadership, scouts and wider Club staff.
- Communicate regularly with stakeholders on player intelligence, market developments, valuations, and emerging opportunities.
- Contribute to recruitment meetings with clear assessments and recommendations.
- Coordinate strategic live and video coverage in line with recruitment priorities.
- Maintain high standards of professionalism, objectivity, and confidentiality.
The Person:
- Proven experience in scouting across youth and/or senior professional football, with a strong track record of identifying emerging talent and players capable of performing at elite level.
- Strong understanding of player development across different age phases, with the ability to assess both current performance and long-term potential.
- Excellent knowledge of elite football, including Premier League standards and the demands of scouting across key international territories.
- Demonstrable ability to produce clear, concise, and accurate scouting reports, combining objective analysis with informed judgement.
- Proficient in the use of scouting platforms, video analysis tools, and data management systems.
- Strong communication skills (written and verbal), with the ability to present insights clearly and collaborate effectively across departments.
- Ability to build and maintain a strong professional network across clubs, coaches, agents, and other football stakeholders.
- High level of professionalism, integrity, and discretion in all scouting activities.
- Self-motivated and proactive, with strong organisational skills and the ability to manage workload, travel, and competing priorities.
- Flexible approach to working hours, including evenings, weekends, and international travel.
- Fluent in English (written and verbal).
Our Values:
Badge – Earn the badge, every day. Respect our history and heritage. Be best in class and deliver to the standards expected of Manchester United. No one is bigger than the club.
Bravery – Be bold, be brave, and take calculated risks. Do things differently and innovate. Lead by example and do what’s right for the club, even when it’s hard.
Spirit – Embody the spirit of Manchester United. Show strength of character, act with passion, and fight back, no matter what.
What We Offer:
At Manchester United, we recognise that our people are at the heart of our success. That’s why we offer a range of rewards designed to support your professional and personal well-being:
Badge – Earn the badge, every day. Respect our history and heritage. Be best in class and deliver to the standards expected of Manchester United. No one is bigger than the club.
Bravery – Be bold, be brave, and take calculated risks. Do things differently and innovate. Lead by example and do what’s right for the club, even when it’s hard.
Spirit – Embody the spirit of Manchester United. Show strength of character, act with passion, and fight back, no matter what.
What We Offer:
At Manchester United, we recognise that our people are at the heart of our success. That’s why we offer a range of rewards designed to support your professional and personal well-being:
- Annual Incentive Scheme to reward your dedication and hard work
- 25 days annual leave (plus bank holidays) and an opportunity to purchase additional holiday days
- Electric Vehicle scheme via Octopus and cycle to work scheme
- Wellness Support with access to mental health resources, digital health checks, and & nutritionists through Aviva Digicare+ Workplace
- Exclusive Discounts through our United Rewards platform, giving you access to exclusive deals from the club and partners
- Gym Facilities in our onsite locations and opportunities for regular social events and team-building activities
- Enhanced family Leave Benefits and policies
- Enhanced Career Development with access to professional learning platforms like LinkedIn Learning, and internal training programs
- A Supportive Work Environment that values diversity, equity and inclusion, and individual growth
Our Commitment to You:
We believe that a diverse and inclusive environment makes us stronger. We are committed to building a team where everyone feels welcomed, valued, and empowered to contribute their unique perspectives. Diversity, equity, and inclusion sit at the core of our recruitment strategy, and we welcome applicants from all backgrounds.
Ready to Join Us?
If this sounds like the perfect role for you, please submit your application by Wednesday 10th June.
Manchester United is committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable adults, and as part of this commitment, all candidates will undergo a Disclosure and Barring Service check and reference checks.
If you need any adjustments to help you perform at your best during the recruitment process, please contact us, and we will be happy to discuss them with you.
It is unlawful to employ a person in a UK-based job who does not have permission to live and work in the UK. You should make yourself aware of how immigration laws apply to you before applying for any of our roles.
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Despite a recent lull, Manchester United have earnt their right to be coined as the biggest football club in England. A period of dominance saw the Red Devils muscle their way into a selected conversation of elite European super-clubs. Such grew their brand exponentially throughout the world. Manchester United is the envy of most commercially, regardless of on-pitch performance.
Boasting a global community of over 1.1 billion people and 61 trophies won, it's clear to see why such envy emanates. Sir Alex Ferguson's fruitful siege on football on the continent moulded the club into what it is today. Now in the hands of former player Ole Gunnar Solskjær, plans are afoot to return Manchester United to their glory days. Perhaps this is the optimal time to embark on a career at Manchester United?
Although a monster in terms of churning out revenue, Manchester United seemingly does not pay its employees the national living wage. Irrespective of paying national minimum wage within their organisation, from nearly 200 reviews on Glassdoor, Manchester United have an 82% 'recommend careers at Manchester United to a friend' rating.
A club at the core of English football, backed by a fanatical worldwide reach, can also result in a recipe for career opportunities. The following highlights are benefits to a career at Manchester United, which we collated from former and current employees:
- Free meals on-shift
- Free onsite car parking
- Performance bonus
- 'End of season ball' for employees
- Official store discount
- Extra pay during public holidays
- Zero-hour contracts available for flexible working
- Opportunity to work at one of the most iconic sport's stadia in the world, and the eleventh largest football stadium in Europe.
Old Trafford's 75,000 strong capacity stands as the highest count in the Premier League, 13,000 more than Tottenham's new stadium. The hustle and bustle of matchday and the collective excitement from those of a United persuasion make careers at Manchester United, and Old Trafford in particular, highly appealing.