Robert Nigel Newman (born 13 December 1963) is an English football manager and former professional footballer, who is head of recruitment at Premier League side West Ham United. As a player, he was a defender, notably playing in the Premier League for Norwich City, where he also featured in the UEFA Cup. He also played in the Scottish Premier League for Motherwell, in the Football League with Bristol City, Wigan Athletic and Southend United and for non-league sides Chelmsford City and Gorleston.