Sports Trader

3 weeks ago


Sandton, South Africa Blueion Support Services Full time

Seeking an experienced and dynamic Sports Trader to join our team in Johannesburg. As a Sports Trader, you will play a pivotal role in managing and optimizing our sports betting markets, driving profitability, and enhancing the overall customer experience. Key Responsibilities Market Management: Develop and maintain a diverse portfolio of sports betting markets, setting competitive and profitable odds across a wide range of local and international sports events. Real-time Risk Monitoring: Closely monitor real-time betting activity and market conditions, adjusting odds and limits dynamically to mitigate risk and maximize returns. Data-driven Decision Making: Leverage advanced data analysis techniques and industry-leading tools to gather insights on sports data, trends, and customer behavior, informing your trading strategies and decisions. Collaboration and Innovation: Work closely with the trading, operations, technology, and marketing teams to identify new sports betting opportunities, improve existing product offerings, and enhance the overall customer experience. Regulatory Compliance: Ensure all trading activities adhere to the latest sports betting regulations, industry best practices, and internal policies, maintaining the highest standards of integrity. Performance Reporting: Generate comprehensive reports on trading performance, market insights, and customer trends, providing valuable data to inform strategic decision-making at the executive level. Qualifications and Experience Minimum 3-5 years of proven experience as a Sports Trader or in a similar role within the sports betting/gambling industry. Exceptional analytical and risk management skills, with a demonstrated ability to make data-driven decisions. Comprehensive understanding of global sports leagues, teams, players, and performance metrics. Proficiency in using advanced sports data analysis tools, trading platforms, and risk management systems. Strong problem-solving skills, quick decision-making abilities, and the capacity to thrive in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment. Excellent communication, interpersonal, and teamwork skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across departments. Fluency in English is required, proficiency in local languages such as Afrikaans and Zulu is highly desirable. Bachelor's degree in Finance, Mathematics, Sports Management, or a related field is preferred.


  • Sports Trader

    3 weeks ago


    Sandton, South Africa Blueion Support Services Full time

    Seeking an experienced and dynamic Sports Trader to join our team in Johannesburg. As a Sports Trader, you will play a pivotal role in managing and optimizing our sports betting markets, driving profitability, and enhancing the overall customer experience. Key Responsibilities - Market Management: Develop and maintain a diverse portfolio of sports betting...