Research & Outreach Specialist

ROLE OVERVIEW
We are looking for a proactive, detail-oriented Research & Outreach Specialist to identify, research, and connect with potential football partners—including Academies, Clubs, Training Centers, Agencies, Head Coaches, Sporting Directors, Technical Directors, Scouts, and Licensed Intermediaries.

In this role, you will lead our partner research and discovery, execute targeted multi-channel outreach, handle incoming partner inquiries, and evaluate prospective partners to book alignment calls with our executive team.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Partner Sourcing & Research: Map out, source, and identify potential partner organizations (academies, clubs, agencies) and key decision-makers across the football ecosystem.
• Targeted Outbound & Inbound Outreach: Execute tailored cold and warm outreach across key channels (LinkedIn, WhatsApp, email , direct networking) to initiate contact with potential partners and manage incoming inquiries.
• Partner Qualification & Evaluation: Conduct initial research-driven conversations to assess a potential partner's network, talent requirements, current setup, and mutual alignment.
• Relationship Building & Follow-Up: Build strong rapport with prospective partners and maintain consistent follow-up to keep discussions moving forward.
• Pipeline & Data Management: Keep a clean, organized CRM tracking system with updated contact details, research notes, and outreach statuses.
• Meeting Scheduling: Secure and book introductory alignment calls between qualified prospective partners and our executive management team.

IDEAL CANDIDATE

• Research & Lead Generation Skills: Strong track record in online research, web sourcing, and targeted outreach to senior decision-makers.
• Football Ecosystem Literacy: Clear understanding of how professional clubs, academies, agencies, scouting networks, and transfer windows operate.
• Professional Communication: Excellent written English with a polished, authentic tone capable of building immediate trust with high-profile industry figures.
• Analytical Mindset: Skilled at mapping organizational hierarchies, unearthing hard-to-find contact details, and identifying ideal partner fits.
• Organized & Self-Directed: Highly structured with the ability to manage multi-channel research and outreach pipelines independently.

CORE OBJECTIVE
Research and identify prospective football partners, initiate professional outreach, and secure qualified partner alignment calls for our team.