Sports Trader

Job Description

Sports Trader At PointsBet, we have only built a fraction of what we have imagined.Launched in Australia in 2017, PointsBet is committed to delivering the ultimate betting experience. As a global leader in the industry, our people at PointsBet are united by a shared mission: to push boundaries and elevate the thrill of the game - always with a focus on a safe, responsible experience for all our users. Our diverse team brings together the best of tech, sports knowledge and creative vision to deliver an exciting platform for sports and racing enthusiasts worldwide.About the Role The Sports Trader role will operate as part of a 24/7 Global Trading function. As a Sports Trader, you will play a crucial role in managing our betting offerings, ensuring accuracy, and maximizing commercial objectives while executing operational proficiencies at a high level. The role will be heavily collaborative, focused on delivering the best possible experience for PointsBet’s customers globally. The core competencies of the role will be managing pre-match and In-Play content and pricing, with an overriding objective of ensuring a seamless experience for our customers at each touch point.What you’ll own: Odds compilation and price management based on researched information, market trends and Customer betting activity. Live trading of sports, with a key focus on live trading of US major league sports. Risk management of sports events - process bets in accordance with risk management strategy. Respond to customer queries in a prompt and informative manner. Profile the betting behavior of clients, to complement risk management strategies. Become familiar with internal trading models, their inputs and price effectiveness onto PointsBet platforms. Analyse trading performance and deliver recommendations to management based on this. Manual creation of betting markets through internal models and platforms. Constant monitoring of the industry to ensure PointsBet offering is up to date and in line with client expectations. Monitor website content and product, providing constructive recommendations to stakeholders on potential improvements. Collaborate with trading colleagues, managers, and customer service teams to ensure seamless operations and address customer inquiries. Adhere to Responsible Gambling guidelines, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations and industry standards. The skills we seek: Bachelor level degree in a relevant field, or applicatory. Knowledge of major sporting leagues is an advantage. Industry experience or an interest in/understanding of the betting industry. Proficient statistical knowledge of sports, particularly Australian domestic codes and North American Sports. Understanding of probabilities, approaching analysis of sporting events from the perspective of probability likelihood. Awareness of the broader gambling market, with a knowledge of current betting landscape. Strong mathematical skills, with the ability to calculate probabilities in short periods of time. Competent grasp of technology, with the ability to troubleshoot software issues. Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook). An ability to work calmly and efficiently under pressure, and process important decisions in a matter of seconds. Ability to manage upwards, and a strong desire to learn. Effective communication skills, especially conveying information with colleagues and customer-facing teams. Willingness to work nights and weekends based on business needs around the sporting calendar. Join us in our journey to change the game, innovate daily and create a platform that sports lovers across the globe can trust and enjoy.Don’t meet every requirement on the job description? That’s okay! We encourage you to apply anyway. We are built different at PointsBet, because we think different. We value diverse perspectives and are excited to hear from applicants with unique skill sets. Your individuality and experience could be the perfect addition to our team.#J-18808-Ljbffr