Betting Risk Analyst

Hollywoodbets; Durban; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading betting company in Durban is looking for a Betting Risk Analyst. The ideal candidate will identify and mitigate business risks, monitor betting reports, and have strong analytical skills. Applicants should possess computer literacy and a solid understanding of horse racing. Relevant auditing or bookmaking experience is a bonus. Join our team to help enhance operational procedures and ensure data accuracy.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of Horse Racing and Sports Bookmaking.
• 1-2 years of auditing or bookmaking experience preferred.
• Valid Driver's license is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Identify and mitigate potential business risks related to odds creation.
• Monitor betting risk reports for possible fraud.
• Assist with operational procedure enhancements.

Skills

Computer Literacy

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Customer service

Education

Tertiary qualification in auditing or accounting

Job description

Responsibilities

Being a part of the Hollywoodbets Purple Team is an opportunity to become part of one of South Africa’s biggest success stories. From humble beginnings in Durban, Hollywoodbets has grown into a powerhouse brand operating across Africa and the United Kingdom. Our talented Team is on a mission to increase our global footprint, ready to take on any challenge because at Hollywoodbets, not even the sky is the limit. Join our Team and let’s reach for the stars.

We have an amazing opportunity for Betting Risk Analyst x5. Do you think you have what it takes to be our newest Purple Star?

• Identify and mitigate potential business risks relating to the resulting and odd creation of sport and horse racing events
• Select a sample of test data and test the validity and accuracy of the data
• Validate a sample of manually resulted events daily
• Validate a sample of manually cancelled events daily
• Monitor and scrutinize all betting risk reports to identify possible fraud
• Investigate any possible fraud and conclude accordingly
• Remain up to date with all the betting software updates and related risks
• Monitor and audit event creation, pricing and results
• Assist with operational procedure enhancement across all betting functions
• Continuously look for new methods to mitigate company risk
• Remain completely independent and adhere to the confidentiality of the role

You Will Bring

• Computer Literacy
• Strong understanding of Horse Racing and Sports Bookmaking

A Bonus To Have

• 1-2 years of auditing or bookmaking experience
• Completed or studying towards a tertiary qualification with auditing or accounting as one of the majors
• Valid Driver's license

What You’ll Bring To The Team

• Have good communication and presentation skills
• Demonstrate good analytical skills along with the ability to pay attention to detail
• Strong sense of accountability
• Work under pressure and able to meet deadlines
• Demonstrates exceptional level of customer service and quality skills
• Must be able to plan effectively and efficiently in order to meet deadlines
• Ability to coach and train and develop soft skills
• Demonstrate the ability to facilitate workshops in a professional manner

So, are you ready to level up, learn, and perform at your best? Apply now!

Please note that only applicants who meet the stipulated minimum requirements will be considered.