New Business Executive, Ontario

DraftKings; Boston (MA); On-site; CAD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

DraftKings in Canada seeks a VIP New Business Executive to streamline onboarding and acquisition of high-value players. You will prospect regionally, develop VIP events, and implement a localized go-to-market strategy to drive revenue and loyalty.

The role requires managing a book of high-value accounts, a willingness to travel and work nights/weekends, and the ability to obtain gaming licenses where required. Candidates from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field and at least 5 years of Sales or Business Development experience with high-value accounts.
• Experience managing a book of high-value accounts with preferred pre-existing customer relationships.
• Comfort working in a fast-paced, highly collaborative, and entrepreneurial environment.
• Willingness to travel and work nights and weekends.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain required State Gaming Licenses.
• We welcome and encourage applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for applicants taking part in the selection process.

Responsibilities

• Actively prospect, attract, and develop new VIP players in your region.
• Ideate, create, and execute regional DraftKings Player Acquisition events.
• Implement a localized go-to-market strategy and develop VIP acquisition events, promotions, and offers.
• Manage and monitor the implementation of the business plan to achieve planned revenue and profits.
• Contribute to net revenue, process, and compliance initiatives while executing against all VIP policies and guidelines including responsible gaming policies.
• Create a Player experience that will drive high levels of brand advocacy.

Skills

Sales

Business Development

High-Value Accounts

Regional Strategy

Travel

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Job description

At DraftKings, AI is becoming an integral part of both our present and future, powering how work gets done today, guiding smarter decisions, and sparking bold ideas. It’s transforming how we enhance customer experiences, streamline operations, and unlock new possibilities. Our teams are energized by innovation and readily embrace emerging technology. We’re not waiting for the future to arrive. We’re shaping it, one bold step at a time. To those who see AI as a driver of progress, come build the future together.

The Crown Is Yours

As a VIP New Business Executive, you'll streamline and enhance our onboarding and acquisition of our high-value players. You'll be a part of a team that prospects and sources to build relationships and continuously engage your customers. On this team, you'll optimize our VIP engagement strategy and understand the true needs of our players to foster long-term loyalty.

What You'll Do

• Actively prospect, attract, and develop new VIP players in your region.

• Ideate, create, and execute regional DraftKings Player Acquisition events.

• Implement a localized go-to-market strategy and develop VIP acquisition events, promotions, and offers.

• Manage and monitor the implementation of the business plan to achieve planned revenue and profits.

• Contribute to net revenue, process, and compliance initiatives while executing against all VIP policies and guidelines including responsible gaming policies.

• Create a Player experience that will drive high levels of brand advocacy.

What You'll Bring

• Bachelor's degree in a related field and at least 5 years of Sales or Business Development experience with high-value accounts.

• Experience managing a book of high-value accounts with preferred pre-existing customer relationships.

• Comfort working in a fast-paced, highly collaborative, and entrepreneurial environment.

• Willingness to travel and work nights and weekends.

• Must be able to obtain and maintain required State Gaming Licenses.

• We welcome and encourage applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for applicants taking part in the selection process.

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We’re a publicly traded (NASDAQ: DKNG) technology company headquartered in Boston. As a regulated gaming company, you may be required to obtain a gaming license issued by the appropriate state agency as a condition of employment. Don’t worry, we’ll guide you through the process if this is relevant to your role.