وظيفة مدير عمليات الكشف عن المواهب لدى نادي القادسية السعودي بالخبر

Be Part of a Legacy Bigger Than the Game

At Al-Qadsiah Club we’re creating more than teams—we’re crafting a legacy that goes beyond the game, making an impact both on and off the field. Driven by ambition, synergy, and innovation, we aim to inspire generations while shaping the future of Saudi sports.

This is more than just a job—it’s an opportunity to be part of something larger than yourself. At Al-Qadsiah, you’ll play a key role in shaping our legacy, contributing to the nation’s sports vision, and making history every step of the way.

Overview:

As the Scouting Operations Manager at Al-Qadsiah Club, you will lead and coordinate the operational, administrative, and governance framework of the scouting department. You will ensure scouting activities are delivered efficiently, remain compliant with football regulations, operate within budget, and align with the club’s overall recruitment strategy and objectives.

Key Responsibilities:

Scouting Operations and Process Management

• Lead and standardise scouting operations across the First Team, Emerging Talent, and Academy programmes
• Translate recruitment priorities into clear operational plans covering scout deployment, travel, reporting timelines, and system usage
• Act as the central operational link between recruitment, football strategy, finance, legal, and HR departments
• Contribute to the Market Intelligence and Loans Working Group to support strategic decision-making

Compliance, Governance and Risk

• Ensure all scouting activity complies with Saudi Pro League, SAFF, FIFA, and club regulations
• Oversee contract status, agent compliance, data protection, and conflict-of-interest processes
• Maintain accurate and audit-ready records for scouting assignments, reporting, expenses, and approvals

Budget Management and Financial Control

• Manage the scouting operations budget, including travel, accommodation, subscriptions, and external services
• Act as the primary liaison with the Finance Department for budgeting, forecasting, approvals, and reconciliations
• Monitor expenditure and identify potential risks, variances, and efficiencies

Travel, Logistics and Scheduling

• Coordinate domestic and international travel for scouts and trialists
• Manage travel logistics including flights, accommodation, visas, and local arrangements
• Maintain the central scouting calendar covering matches, tournaments, showcases, and competitions

People, Communication and Support

• Provide operational support to the scouting team, enabling them to focus on talent identification and evaluation
• Act as a key point of contact for operational queries and problem-solving
• Support the onboarding and development of new scouting staff
• Oversee player care support for Emerging Talent players

Continuous Improvement

• Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, compliance, communication, and cost control across scouting operations
• Review and refine processes to ensure alignment with industry best practice
• Remain informed on developments in scouting operations, regulations, and technology

Qualifications

Desirable:

• Degree in Sports Management, Business, Finance, or a related discipline
• Professional development courses in football administration, governance, or compliance

Skills, Knowledge and Experience:

Essential:

• Experience in football operations, scouting operations, recruitment operations, or a similar role within professional football or elite sport
• Experience managing complex logistics, travel programmes, and budgets in an international environment
• Strong experience working across multiple stakeholder groups including recruitment, finance, legal, and HR
• Excellent organisational and planning skills with strong attention to detail
• Strong financial awareness and experience managing budgets and expenses
• Ability to remain calm and structured under pressure, particularly during transfer windows
• Proactive, solutions-focused mindset with the ability to take ownership of key processes
• Fluency in English

Desirable:

• Strong understanding of football recruitment structures and scouting workflows
• Knowledge of scouting and recruitment platforms such as TransferRoom, Wyscout, and Instat
• Familiarity with SAFF, SPL, and AFC regulations
• Established networks across clubs in Europe and the Americas
• Previous experience working in Saudi Arabia or the Middle East
• Additional language skills including Spanish or Arabic

Why Join Al-Qadsiah?

Be Part of the Legacy: Join a club that’s redefining the future of Saudi sports, striving to lead the competition and set new standards of excellence.

Experience the Culture: Thrive in an environment that values quality, accountability, diversity, synergy, innovation, and ambition, while embracing harmony—this is the Qadsiah Way.

The Executives in Sport Group are retained on behalf of Al Qadsiah SC to make this appointment. All direct applications and CVs will be forwarded to The Executives in Sport Group.

If this role is of interest, then please press the apply button and include a copy of your CV.