Emerging Talent Scout (MCWFC)

Based in Manchester, this Academy-focused role will help build Manchester City Women's talent-ID function from the ground up. Working across live scouting, video analysis and market intelligence, you will identify and track emerging players who can strengthen the Academy pathway and support the long-term future of the first team.

Who We Are

Manchester City Women is a team driven by ambition, belief and a desire to keep pushing the game forward. Founded in 1988 and relaunched in 2014, we have grown into a consistent force in the women's game, competing at the highest level in the UK and Europe. Progress, performance and pride sit at the heart of everything we do. With Mancunian roots and a global outlook, we are shaped by our Fans and driven by a long-term vision, from developing future talent to supporting the communities we call home. Together, we are building what comes next, the City way.

Within Manchester City Women Football Performance, our Academy recruitment work plays an important part in building the next generation of players. This new role will help establish the talent-ID function from the ground up, creating the systems, coverage and reporting that support informed decisions across the Academy and wider pathway.

The Role

Manchester City Women are continuing to invest in and grow our Scouting and Recruitment structure as we build a world-class, connected talent-identification function.

We are seeking an Emerging Talent Scout to play a central role in identifying and developing the next generation of players for Manchester City Women. Working across priority UK and international markets, the role will support Academy recruitment, the Next-Gen programme and future First Team planning.

This is an opportunity to help create clear, ambitious pathways for high-potential young talent, from Academy football into Next-Gen, loan opportunities and, ultimately, the First Team environment. The successful candidate will combine outstanding player identification and projection skills with a strong understanding of player development, market intelligence and long-term squad building.

Working closely with colleagues across Academy, Next-Gen, First Team, performance and analysis, you will help ensure that Manchester City Women continues to identify, recruit and develop the best young players in the UK and around the world.

What You'll Bring

⚽ Experience in talent identification, player development analysis or recruitment within professional football.

⚽ Ability to project player development and distinguish current performance from future upside.

⚽ Knowledge of academy, youth or emerging-player markets, preferably within women's football.

⚽ Clear and effective written communication skills, with confidence producing evidence-based reports and recommendations.

⚽ Excellent organisation and attention to detail when managing watchlists, longlists and scouting records.

⚽ Ability to work collaboratively with coaches, analysts and sporting staff, and willingness to travel extensively, including internationally where relevant.

Why Choose Us

Working at Manchester City Women means being supported to do your best, with the flexibility and encouragement to look after your wellbeing. We are committed to helping our people learn, grow and thrive in a culture built on collaboration, openness and hard work.

As part of our team, you will receive 26 days' annual leave plus a day off for your birthday, private healthcare and dental cover, and an annual discretionary bonus. You will also have access to a Health Cash Plan, Employee Assistance Programme with 24/7 GP support, and a company pension and life assurance.

Manchester-based employees also benefit from free on-site parking, complimentary breakfast and lunch, and access to a range of sports and leisure clubs.

You can enjoy a range of additional benefits, including cycle to work, Give As You Earn, discounted match tickets, savings in the City Store, a free City+ subscription, stadium tour discounts, and wider retail and lifestyle offers.

How to Apply

If this role sounds like it is for you, we would love to hear from you. To apply, please submit your application via our careers site by Sunday 6 September 2026. We encourage you to apply as soon as you can.

This role involves working with children and/or vulnerable adults in regulated activity, so a relevant suitability check will be required and kept under regular review.

We work with a select group of agency partners and do not accept unsolicited applications. Any CVs submitted without prior agreement will be treated as a direct application.

Equal Opportunities

City Football Group promotes equal opportunities in employment and we positively welcome applications from all candidates regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation.

We will screen all applicants and select candidates whose skills and experience seem to meet our needs. We will carefully consider your application during the initial screening and will contact you only if you are selected for an interview. If you require reasonable adjustments or any support throughout the process, please contact hiring@cityfootball.com and we will be happy to help.

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Due to our safeguarding promise, all UK-based CFG roles will be subject to a DBS check upon commencing employment with us. This will be either a basic, standard or enhanced check depending on the job role and responsibilities.