Risk & Trading Team Lead, Basketball

About the Role & Team

The Risk and Trading Team is responsible for all Sports Betting products, prices, risk management, and Promotions 24/7 at a fast-paced North American facing operator. You will be part of the team looking after the above duties as the global sports calendar requires. We are currently looking for a highly motivated and qualified team member for the position of Basketball Team Lead. Reporting to the Head of Basketball This role requires a highly professional, organized, and enthusiastic individual who is data-driven, is obsessed with basketball and basketball betting, and willing to push the boundaries to continuously improve the product.

About the Work

• Basketball P/L responsibilities in conjunction with the Head of Basketball including management of the pre-match and live product. 
• Lead and drive a team of basketball traders fostering a culture of collaboration, growth, and accountability.
• Act as a mentor to individual team members, providing guidance on both personal and professional development.
• Assist in the design and implementation of development plans to help team members reach their potential.
• Identify skill gaps and provide necessary resources or training to address these gaps.
• Acclimatization of new members into the team, ensuring seamless onboarding and alignment with team objectives.
• Monitor performance metrics to track the effectiveness of training initiatives and development programs.
• Monitoring market liabilities and managing customer risk profiles across all digital channels
• Ensure all markets are set up with the correct market limits and correctly reviewed as seasons ebb and flow.
• Ensure desired tournaments are covered and offers are consistently reviewed, optimized and updated.
• Work with analytics teams to investigate market trends to obtain insight that assists in the prediction of customer betting patterns, and improve GGR and NGR.
• Assist in driving the basketball product strategy and roadmap Investigate and propose ways to work more efficiently and implement new ideas.
• Bring and enforce a strong understanding of adherence to your compliance responsibilities.
• Other duties as required.

About You 

• Minimum 5-years’ experience in a trading environment required.
• Proven experience in a leadership role, with a focus on personnel development and mentoring.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving ability.
• Extensive understanding of basketball fundamentals, team dynamics, and trading principles.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to inspire and motivate individuals.
• Data-driven and excellent mathematical skills.
• Flexibility is a must as working hours will be dictated by business needs.
• Must be able to work flexible schedules including nights, weekends, and public holidays.
• Ability to work in fast-paced environment and make decisions quickly.
• High attention to detail and precision in delivery.
• Ability to learn quickly, work independently and in a team setting.
• Strong initiative and outstanding work ethic.

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation package.
• Comprehensive Benefits package.
• Fun, relaxed work environment.
• Education and conference reimbursements.

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