Research Analyst

What You’ll Do:

STATS is looking for an entry-level Research Analyst.  In this role, you'll be responsible for producing unique statistical content for our industry-leading client base, working with both the media and professional organisations. The role will involve providing research support using internal research tools to analyse sports statistics to generate insights and compelling statistical storylines. This information is provided to clients live during games as well as before and after games. You will also provide reports, both pre- and post-match, and respond to custom research requests directly from clients. 

• Create custom research reports for broadcast and research clients
• Provide research support before, during and after games
• Handle statistical requests from clients with accurate and timely responses
• Apply internal research tools to generate compelling statistical storylines
• Use software tools to create data visualizations
• Contribute to group projects for big events
• Regularly work nights and/or weekends

What You’ll Need:

• A 2:1 degree in a relevant field or higher
• A strong familiarity with and interest in professional sports, specifically football and rugby
• Ability to analyse sports statistics and present them for us in a media environment
• Ability to communicate interesting and relevant statistical storylines in a compelling manner
• Ability to work well with others in a team atmosphere
• Ability to produce error-free work under tight deadlines
• Excellent communication and organizational skills

Bonus Skills:

• Experience in statistical research and analysis in the sports field
• Experience in sports television production
• Experience with PL/SQL coding
• Experience with Tableau data visualization software
• Experience with Photoshop
• Experience with Atlassian suite of tools (JIRA, Confluence, Bitbucket)

Who We Are:

Our values at STATS mimic those of foundationally great team franchises.  We have ambition to win through effort, creativity, team-work and positive energy.  Specifically, we look for candidates that embody the following:  Be All-In, Put the Fan at the Center, Get Stuff Done, It’s Your Team, Make an Impact, and Fearless Integrity.  We look for candidates that crave responsibility, accountability and want to have fun working in a collaborative GSD environment.

• Put Fan at the Center: You enjoy working with customers and have the strong communication skills to make those interactions a success.
• It’s Your Team: You embrace others' ideas (even if they conflict with your own) for the sake of the company and customer. You are a collaborator, and relationship builder. 
• Get Stuff Done: You are a driven and your can-do attitude inspires others to elevate their performance in a fast-moving environment.
• Make an Impact: You thrive in a fast-paced, changing environment and you’re excited by the chance to play a large role.
• Be All-In: You must be passionate about what you do and about our customers' success.
• Fearless Integrity: You are self-motivated and capable of holding both yourself and other accountable to deliver on multiple tasks.

STATS provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability or genetics.