[1] Jake Grech rose through the ranks of Ħamrun Spartans, and debuted with the team in the Maltese First Division.
[3][10] Part of Grech's deal saw defender Daniel Zerafa move to Ħamrun.
[15] Upon being promoted as National Team manager, Ray Farrugia decided call up Jake Grech to the senior squad, amongst other players.
[18][19] During the team's spell in the lower divisions, Grech received a lot of playing time which helped him develop into a goal-scoring offensive-minded midfielder.
Jake's brother Luke Grech is also a professional footballer, who also came up through Ħamrun Spartans's youth set up.