Cambridge United are hiring a Head of Recruitment…

The Head of Recruitment will lead the department in identifying, evaluating, and acquiring players who align with the club’s footballing philosophy, budget, and long-term vision.

The department will integrate modern data analytics, video scouting, and traditional scouting expertise to develop a squad capable of achieving the clubs’ ambitions.

This role requires a strategic thinker with exceptional leadership skills, extensive football knowledge, and a track record of managing a department and building teams.

Key Job Outcomes

• Lead and develop an appropriate player recruitment model for first team and academy players in local, national and international markets, whilst integrating a data informed approach.


• Establish a comprehensive recruitment strategy aligned with the Club’s overall vision, strategic plan, budgetary objectives, philosophy and playing style.


• Collaborate with the Director of Football, Head Coach, and Academy Manager to assess squad needs and plan future recruitment.


• Develop, maintain and evidence a positional succession plan, to identify key areas for improvement within the First Team.


• Manage, develop and lead a small team of scouts and analysts to identify and assess potential signings.


• Lead the scouting structure and workflow with regular meetings.


• Engage and collaborate with staff to utilise live scouting, video analysis, and data analytics to evaluate player performance, ensuring informed decision-making.


• Initiate and lead negotiations with players and their representatives, regarding transfers and contracts, working closely with the Director of Football.


• Build strong relationships with players, agents, clubs, key stakeholders within the football industry and recruitment networks to gain a competitive edge in player acquisitions.


• Monitor player progress and provide recommendations on retention, loan moves, and potential sales.