Jobs and Careers
OP

Mid Senior In Play Trader

OpenBet
Greecefull_timeVerifiedPosted 10 Jul 2023

About the role

<h3>Company Description</h3><p><strong>OpenBet is sport</strong>. The world's top <strong>sports betting</strong> brands choose OpenBet as their partner for world class content, <strong>leading tech</strong> and tailored services. We have their back. So they’re ready with exciting, memorable and safe sports betting experiences, to entertain millions of players worldwide.<br/> <br/> OpenBet’s mission is to <strong>power growth</strong> and <strong>player engagement</strong> for operators through a <strong>global betting ecosystem</strong> that delivers at <strong>scale</strong>, at <strong>speed</strong>, at every great sports event. Our 1000 talented colleagues are the market's top team. We achieve billions of bets in a season; 60,000+ per second (more transactions than Amazon on Prime Day); 100% uptime (zero Superbowl crashes!) and we're built on 25 years of imaginative technology that is iterated daily.  <br/> <br/> OpenBet has established a <strong>premium client base</strong> of more than 75 operators <strong>worldwide</strong> and has 34 licences across the fastest growing regulated sports betting markets in North America, Europe and Asia Pacific. The team is <strong>growing at scale</strong> driven by accelerated demand for our products and significant investment. We offer the speed, dynamism and growth opportunities of a start-up, underpinned by the stability and strength of a global employer.  <br/> <br/> Working at OpenBet every day is an <strong>opportunity</strong> for you to create <strong>exciting</strong> betting entertainment for millions of sports fans <strong>across the globe.</strong> <br/> <br/> <strong>Want to be part of our evolving future growth?</strong></p><h3>Job Description</h3><p>Openbet is looking for an In Play Sports Trader for its leading Managed Trading Operations as it grows in the Athens office. The Sports Trader will be responsible for in-play trading, risk management, bet settlement and analysis.<br/> <br/> This role would be well suited to an individual with previous experience in a Trading Room and a comprehensive knowledge of Sports Betting, looking to further their career with a market leading company.<br/> <br/> <strong>Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li><p>Execute trading and risk management strategy and techniques ( live betting monitoring and compiling along with updating odds) for multiple sports and betting environments</p></li><li><p>Statistical data analysis, evaluation and reporting</p></li><li><p>Excel on ‘day to day’ operations of the team</p></li><li><p>Ensure Payout and Sales targets are met for multiple projects</p></li><li><p>Deliver personal KPI's and ensuring performance is in line with overall company targets</p></li><li><p>Monitor prices and control liabilities</p></li><li><p>Effectively profile the customer base </p></li><li><p>Settling results for all sport events responsible, where needed</p></li><li><p>Ensure all deadlines are met</p></li><li><p>Work closely with the Product Management team to influence and discuss new features</p></li><li><p>Work closely with the marketing and service desk functions</p></li></ul><h3>Qualifications</h3><ul><li><p>Previous experience in trading roles of 2+ years</p></li><li><p>University Degree in Mathematics, Statistics or a related field</p></li><li><p>Ability to draft trading and risk management strategies for diversified sportsbooks</p></li><li><p>Deep understanding and familiarity with the sports betting business (bookmakers, markets, rules, betting trends)</p></li><li><p>Customer-focused, focused on improving customer experience</p></li><li><p>Strong mathematical and analytical skills with ability to act accurately under pressure</p></li><li><p>Great attention to detail with the aim to provide quality results in a short time</p></li><li><p>Confident to make quality decisions under pressure</p></li><li><p>Computer literacy with in depth knowledge of MS Office</p></li><li><p>Very good written and verbal communication skills in English</p></li><li><p>Strong awareness of the sporting calendar</p></li><li><p>Ability to work flexible hours in line with the needs of the business and the sporting calendar (24/7/365)</p></li></ul><h3>Additional Information</h3><p>Why would you enjoy working with us at <strong>OpenBet</strong>?:</p><ul><li>    Competitive benefits, an open and supportive environment as well as a modern and exciting workplace.</li><li>    The opportunity to interact with global teams on a regular basis and the possibility to switch teams and projects as you and our business continues to develop and grow.</li><li>    Training support and the opportunity for further career development in cut edge technologies &amp; practices.</li><li>    Tangible and genuine development - at OpenBet, you can take your career where you want it to go!</li><li>    Exposure to real work, business-critical projects and the chance to develop some of the world’s leading e-commerce sportsbooks whilst working on exciting clien

Apply for this role

Generate a tailored application kit with a matched cover letter, interview prep, and CV highlights — in under 60 seconds.

Apply Now →Generate Application Kit

Free account required — sign up in 30s

Company

OpenBet

View company profile →