Pre Event Trader Basketball

Kaizen Gaming; Manila; Hybrid; PHP 3,757,000 - 5,636,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid way of working

Competitive pay & bonus scheme

Developmental 360° feedback framework

Unlimited Udemy access & training

Job summary

Kaizen Gaming, the team powering Betano, is a leading GameTech company operating in 20 markets with a diverse team of 2,700+ Kaizeners across three continents. We are known for a best-in-class user experience and a strong focus on employee development.

As a Pre Event Trader (Basketball), you will contribute to expanding our Pre Event Team by delivering accurate pricing, managing risk, and pricing markets for leagues worldwide while collaborating with traders to optimize strategies and ensure

Qualifications

• Degree in a quantitative subject is preferred.
• Excellent numerical and analytical capabilities.
• Fluency in English, strong attention to detail required.

Responsibilities

• Trade basketball events with accurate pricing and optimal customer experience.
• Own end-to-end pricing for assigned leagues and markets.
• Manage risk by monitoring liabilities and adjusting odds in real time.
• Monitor betting activity and market fluctuations to refine models.
• Create and price basketball markets to enhance KAIZEN’s offering.
• Analyze betting patterns to identify risk signals and take action.
• Collaborate with traders to optimize pricing strategies.
• Coordinate with divisions to ensure efficient trading operations.

Skills

Basketball trading

Odds pricing

Risk management

Data analysis

MS Excel

English fluency

Education

Degree in Statistics/Mathematics/Engineering

Tools

MS Excel

Pricing models

Job description

Job Description:

We are Kaizen Gaming

Kaizen Gaming, the team powering Betano, is one of the biggest GameTech companies in the world, operating in 20 markets. We always aim to leverage cutting-edge technology, providing the best experience to our millions of customers who trust us for their entertainment.

We are a diverse team of more than 2.700 Kaizeners, from 40+ nationalities spreading across 3 continents.

Our #oneteam is proud to be among the Best Workplaces in Europe and certified Great Place to Work across our offices. Here, there’ll be no average day for you. Ready to Press Play on Potential?

Let's start with the role

Working as a Pre Event Basketball Trader, you will be a key part of our expanding Pre-Event Team, responsible for odds compiling and risk management for various Basketball Leagues around the world.

The position sits within our Basketball Team, contributing actively to our commitment to deliver a high-caliber customized betting offer and a best-in-class user experience for our customers.

As Pre Event Trader (Basketball) you will:

• Trade Basketball events by delivering accurate pricing and ensuring the best possible customer experience;


• Odds compiling and end-to-end pricing responsibility for assigned Basketball leagues and special markets;


• Risk management by close monitoring and control of liabilities to ensure risk mitigation;


• Constant monitoring and odds adjustment, based on real-time betting activity and market fluctuations;


• Creation and pricing of basketball betting markets to enhance the product offering in the assigned leagues or to boost localized offering across Kaizen’s footprint;


• Monitoring of customer betting patterns to identify potential risks;


• Work with the in-house team to develop and improve existing models;


• Deliver personal KPIs in line with overall company targets both at Group level as well as per country of operations;


• Collaborate with other traders to optimize pricing and trading strategies;


• Liaise with different Divisions and Departments across Kaizen to ensure excellence of trading operations.

What you will bring

• Passion for basketball, with extensive interest and knowledge, especially in the EuroLeague and other European Leagues;


• Extensive knowledge and passion for Basketball, with a strong understanding of various Leagues and Competitions;


• Strong quantitative and analytical skills with demonstrated knowledge of core statistics within the sports;


• Comprehension of sports odds;


• Deep understanding of the sports betting industry and its mechanics;


• A degree in a quantitative subject such as Statistics, Mathematics, Engineering, etc. would be considered an asset;


• Excellent attention to detail and ability to take quick and well-informed decisions and act accordingly;


• Sports enthusiast with a strong data and customer focused mindset and the drive to succeed in a fast paced environment;


• Excellent organizational, teamwork and interpersonal skills;


• Fluency in English – both written and spoken;


• Sound knowledge of MS Office programs (particularly MS Excel);


• Willingness to work flexible hours in line with the business and sports calendar requirements including evenings, nights and weekends.

Kaizen Gaming Perks

• A buddy will support you with your onboarding


• Hybrid way of working


• Competitive pay & bonus scheme


• Developmental 360° feedback framework


• Unlimited access to Udemy & continuous training

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