Head of Risk & Trading

Fliff; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Top tier compensation + benefits package

Flexibility to work remotely

Opportunity for professional growth

Informal and friendly environment

Challenging job with software solutions

Job summary

An innovative company in the sports gaming industry is seeking a Senior Game Operations Associate to lead their sports platform operations. In this role, you will manage risk, develop trading strategies, and lead a team of analysts and traders. You'll have the opportunity to work in a dynamic environment, collaborating with various stakeholders to enhance trading operations and ensure pricing accuracy. This position offers flexibility to work remotely and the chance for professional growth in a friendly and informal setting. If you're passionate about sports and analytics, this role is perfect for you!

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in risk management within sports betting.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to make informed decisions quickly.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement risk management frameworks for sports gaming operations.
• Oversee daily trading activities and ensure efficient operations.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Risk Management

Leadership

Communication Skills

Data Analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Finance, or Economics

Tools

Sports Data Feeds

Statistical Models

Job description

Fliff unpacks sports gaming into social, free-to-play games for all types of sports fans. We've built a social sports gaming experience that allows users to compete for leaderboard positioning, to achieve badges and build their status within the game.

We are pioneering play-for-fun sports gaming, with our flagship social sportsbook experience that includes sweepstakes promotions and loyalty rewards. We provide sports fans with fun, engaging, and free-to-play alternatives to real money gaming.

Job Summary:

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Game Operations Associate to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing our sports platform operations, developing and implementing strategies to create and price new events, and ensuring effective risk management and pricing accuracy.

Responsibilities:

• Risk Management: Develop and implement comprehensive risk management frameworks and strategies tailored to sports gaming operations. Monitor risk exposure and evaluate operational processes to optimize profits and mitigate potential financial losses.
• Trading Operations: Oversee daily trading activities, including pricing, market-making, and the management of trading limits. Ensure that the trading team operates efficiently and effectively in volatile market conditions.
• Data Analysis: Develop and utilize analytics and modeling techniques to assess market trends, customer behavior, and risk patterns. Use insights to inform trading strategies and improve the overall performance of the sports gaming portfolio.
• Team Leadership: Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing team of risk analysts and traders. Foster a collaborative and innovative environment, promoting continuous improvement and professional growth.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Collaborate with internal stakeholders, including marketing, product development, and technology teams, to align risk and trading strategies with overall business goals. Communicate insights and recommendations to senior management and stakeholders.
• Market Research: Stay informed about industry trends, emerging technologies, and competitor activities in the sports gaming landscape. Utilize this knowledge to enhance trading operations and risk management practices.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Finance, Economics, or a related field preferred
• At least 5 years of experience in risk management within sports betting or a related field, with a proven track record of success in managing sportsbook or fantasy sports risk and developing effective trading strategies
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills, with the ability to analyze data and make informed decisions quickly
• Knowledge of sports betting markets and trends, with a deep understanding of betting lines, odds, and pricing models
• Familiarity with sports data and analytics tools, such as sports data feeds and statistical models
• Experience with risk management techniques and tools, such as exposure limits, hedging, and diversification
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with stakeholders at all levels of the organization
• Strong leadership and management skills, with the ability to mentor and manage junior traders
• Flexibility to work outside of regular business hours, as required

Benefits:

• Top tier compensation + benefits package
• Flexibility to work remotely
• Opportunity for professional growth in a dynamic and international environment
• Informal, friendly and knowledge-sharing environment
• An interesting and challenging job that allows you to explore paths to creating successful software solutions