Job Title:  Lead Emerging Talent Scout

Department:  Recruitment

Reporting:  Technical Director / Head of Scouting

Location:  Remote + Training Ground – Jersey Road

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.

The Role of Lead Emerging Talent Scout

The main responsibility of the Lead Emerging Talent Scout is to lead in the identification & recruitment of elite youth football players who have the potential to play for Brentford Football Club’s First Team. The role focuses on identifying top U16-U21 talent worldwide, tracking players from youth levels as they break into first team football, with the objective to identify high potential undervalued elite youth players faster and more effectively than our competitors.

Main Accountabilities

• To lead on the identification, assessment and shortlisting of suitable player targets for Brentford Football Club across all key emerging talent markets from U16-U21 age groups.


• To work closely with the Lead Technical Scout in the assessment of suitable player profiles identified through data/resource in all key emerging talent markets from U16-U21 age groups.


• To collaborate and work closely with Lead Scouts in all other areas covered by the Recruitment Department to support in the identification of next generation U16-U21 talents breaking into 1^st Team football.


• To communicate with agents / external networks on emerging talent players of interest to gather market intelligence to inform the scouting process.


• To provide monthly position specific player recommendations focusing on specified key Emerging Talent markets from U16-U21 age groups.


• To work effectively within the defined Scouting Department processes to ensure serious players of interest are identified, and progressed, faster and more effectively than our competitors.


• To attend live fixtures focused on emerging talent within the UK and worldwide - proactively and on the request of the Head of Scouting / Technical Director.


• To watch videos of potential players of interest and file reports in line with the Recruitment Departments process.


• To work closely with the Head of Scouting / Technical Director to ensure comprehensive due diligence on all emerging talent players of interest.


• To assist the Head of Scouting / Technical Director on any additional responsibilities relevant to your role and area 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 Technical Scout, Emerging Talent


• Lead Scouts of other Areas

Person Specification - Essential Personal Characteristics

Existing high-level knowledge / experience of England youth international football elite youth players from U16 to U21 level

Existing high-level knowledge / experience of elite youth international football players from U16 to U21 level

Existing high-level knowledge / experience of elite youth players worldwide yet to make first team breakthrough

A strong and established network of contacts working within 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


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

Closing date for applications: Tuesday 22 October 2024