Scandinavia Scout

Job Title:  Scandinavia Scout

Department:  Recruitment Department

Reporting:  Head of Scouting / Lead Europe Scout

Location:  Remote

Salary:  Competitive

Brentford FC is a bit different to other Premier League football clubs. We put our fans first, we are a true community club and while we are financially sustainable, we are not afraid to take calculated risks. We take huge pride in our environment and culture within the Club which focuses on development, inclusion and not being afraid to think differently.

Being progressive, humble and respectful while sticking together as one team across the Club guides how we work and the decisions we make each day.

We also firmly believe that a diverse workforce is a better workforce which will help us develop ideas, solve problems and ultimately grow Brentford FC.

We play in a brand-new stadium, 15 minutes from Heathrow in vibrant west London.

We will never forget where we have come from, but we are excited about the future that lies ahead.

Come join us.

Inclusion Statement

Brentford FC is an organisation which values and is passionate about diversity and inclusivity. We welcome and encourage applications from qualified candidates, including those from underrepresented groups – such as those from ethnically diverse backgrounds, women, those from the LGBTQ+ community and those with disabilities. Should you require any workplace accommodations (also known as ‘reasonable adjustments’), you will have the opportunity to let us know at appropriate points in the hiring process.

Safeguarding Statement

Brentford FC is committed to equality, the safeguarding and welfare of all children and adults at risk. This responsibility is shared by all staff and volunteers at the club, safeguarding is everyone’s responsibility. Staff will be required to undertake regular safeguarding training to enable and reinforce a proactive approach to safeguarding. This role requires the post holder to apply all relevant policies and uphold the club’s commitment to safeguarding vulnerable people to ensure a safe environment for all. This includes the timely reporting of any safeguarding concern to the safeguarding team. We remind those barred from regulated activity that it is an offence to apply for such positions.

Please note that where appropriate for the role, you may be required to complete additional background checks such as Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and this will include any time living or working outside of the UK in the last 10 years. You can find out more about this athttps://www.gov.uk/dbs-check-applicant-criminal-record

Please also note that a CV application will not be sufficient. Applications will not be considered where the application form has not been completed in full.

If the role you are applying for involves regulated activity and you have been shortlisted for a first stage interview, you will be asked to fill out a Declaration of Offences Form.

The Role of Scandinavia Scout

The successful candidate will help identify and assess players from Scandinavia (Denmark, Norway, Sweden, Finland, Iceland) – across First Team and youth levels. The successful candidate will assist Brentford FC in identifying and recruiting high potential undervalued players faster and more effectively than our competitors. The role covers the recruitment of players for the First Team and B Team (U21) squads.

Main Accountabilities

• To lead on the identification, assessment and final shortlisting of suitable player targets for Brentford Football Club across all relevant markets in Scandinavia (Denmark, Norway, Sweden, Finland, Iceland).
• To work closely with the Lead Europe Scout & Lead Technical Scout in the assessment of suitable player profiles identified through data & other resources in Scandinavia.
• To communicate with agents / external network communication on players within Scandinavia to gather market intelligence to inform the scouting process, in communication with the Lead Europe Scout.
• To provide monthly position specific player recommendations for key markets in Scandinavia.
• To work effectively within the defined Scouting Department processes to ensure serious players of interest from Italy are identified, and progressed on, faster and more effectively than our competitors.
• To attend live fixtures in Scandinavia both proactively and on request.
• To watch videos of potential players of interest and file reports in line with the Recruitment Departments process.
• To assist the Lead Europe Scout / Head of Scouting / Technical Director to ensure comprehensive due diligence on all players of interest from Italy.
• To assist the Lead Europe Scout / Head of Scouting on any additional responsibilities relevant to your role and region covered.
• To ensure that any concerns you observe, or are raised with you in your role, are shared with the Safeguarding Team through appropriate channels.

General Club Accountabilities

• To ensure compliance with all relevant Club policies, including health and safety policies and with specific reference to the data regulations.
• To ensure compliance with all relevant legal, regulatory, ethical, and social requirements.
• To ensure compliance with the Club’s Safeguarding Policy and processes.
• To ensure compliance with the Club’s Code of Conduct.
• To promote equity, diversity and inclusion at the Club, in line with our EDI strategy
• To build and maintain good working relationships both internally and externally, maintaining a professional image at all times when representing Brentford FC
• To keep confidential any information gained regarding the Club and its personnel.
• To maintain a flexible approach to work at all times.
• Any other relevant tasks and duties as directed by your line manager

Key Internal Relationships

• Technical Director

• Head of Scouting

• Chief Scout

• Lead Scout

• Lead Technical Scout

Person Specification - Essential Personal Characteristics

• Based in Scandinavia (Denmark, Sweden or Norway)

• Multilingual - ability to speak English and one of: Danish; Norwegian; Swedish

• High level of current knowledge / experience of Scandinavian football, both at 1^st Team and youth level

• A strong and established network of contacts working within Scandinavian football at an elite level

• Ability to attend live games and pick out the best most suitable players for a football club’s positional criteria

• Ability to work with data / resource to provide assessment on players in alignment with a football club’s positional criteria

• Ability to articulate player assessments effectively through verbal and written communication

• Ability to work effectively within clearly defined processes

• Experience of using relevant football scouting video platforms

• IT literate, competent in the use of Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint

• Organized, structured, and process driven

• Proactive mindset

Person Specification - Desirable Characteristics

• Minimum 3 years’ experience / knowledge of working within a professional football club scouting department at an elite level

• Football related qualifications and/or sports related bachelor’s degree qualification, or similar education.

• Ability to edit / clip video footage using platforms such as WyScout, iMovie, Windows Video Editor etc.