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Loughborough Sport
Full time, maternity cover, fixed term for one year (or earlier return of post holder)
We are seeking to appoint a Senior Performance Analyst to provide leadership and delivery of performance analysis within the England Netball Performance Support Team.
This pivotal role will lead the development and delivery of world-class performance analysis services, working closely with coaches, athletes to inform decision-making, optimise performance and support international success. The role will also play a key part in developing innovative approaches to performance analysis through the effective use of technology, data and insight.
Based within Loughborough University's high-performance environment, you will work in collaboration with England Netball and key partners to maximise the use of leading analysis technologies and infrastructure. You will also contribute to the continued development of performance analysis capability, supporting knowledge sharing and the progression of emerging analysts within the wider performance sport environment.
The successful candidate will have experience leading performance analysis within elite sport, with excellent technical, analytical and communication skills. They will demonstrate the ability to work collaboratively across multidisciplinary teams and contribute to a culture of continuous improvement, innovation and high performance.
Please note that appointment to this role will be subject to a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service statement.
For more information on the role please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification.
For informal enquiries please contact Neil Greig, Head of Performance Support, on n.j.greig@lboro.ac.uk
Closing date for receipt of applications: 26th July 2026
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Time off - generous holiday allowance, including 14 university closure days and bank holidays, with the option to buy extra through our holiday purchase scheme
Where you work – access to a range of fantastic facilities with plenty of green space across our 523-acre East Midlands campus, plus an exciting community at our London campus on the Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park
Financial wellbeing – competitive pay, two excellent pension schemes, and everyday savings opportunities
Support for you and those close to you - through our range of life event leave policies as well as access to an on-site nursery at our East Midlands campus, flexible and hybrid working options.
Health and wellbeing – discounted gym memberships and access to world-class sporting facilities, including physiotherapy, plus healthcare offers such as eyesight testing and wellbeing support
Travel and sustainability - access to our electric vehicle and cycle-to-work schemes, as well as a variety of travel offers to support sustainable commuting
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