Do you have a passion for US sports such as Baseball, American football, and MMA? Join Betsson Group as a US Sports Trader based in sunny Malta, the global hub for the betting industry!

The challenge

Betsson Group has an exciting opening for a US Sports Trader in our sportsbook team based in Malta. This is a rare opportunity to break into one of the most exciting industries. As a US Sports Trader, you will be responsible for trading on sporting events, assessing risk, calculating margin, event creation and settlement, tool development, error reporting, and more.

What's in it for you?

This role is within the sportsbook, specifically the US Sports team, consisting of approximately 10 traders. You'll focus on trading matches from leagues centred on the US, providing a diverse work schedule. You'll also have the opportunity to assist in pre-match odds compiling, further enhancing your expertise in this area. Additionally, you'll work with customer management and profiling, event creation and settlement, effective error reporting, and learn about various live sports.

Responsibilities Include (but not limited to):  

• American football, Baseball, MMA & Ice Hockey odds compiling/trading both pre-match and live.
• Handling US Sports player special markets.
• Settlement of markets as required.
• Monitoring and analyzing customer activity, reporting to Customer Risk Analyst team.
• Ensuring our US product is competitive with Markets by monitoring competitors.
• Risk management - observing market movement and making quick and accurate decisions.
• Addressing technical or settlement issues affecting company trading.
• Communicating with 3rd party trading providers.
• Trading Ice Hockey and other sports live when necessary.
• Collaborating closely with colleagues to deliver the best sportsbook product for our customers.

You are good at:

• Must closely follow at least two of the following sports: American Football, Baseball, or MMA.
• No prior experience in iGaming necessary - full training will be provided.
• F1 knowledge is a plus.
• Strong mathematical ability, including understanding of statistics and probabilities.
• Proficient in computer skills, including familiarity with Microsoft Office & Excel.
• Quick thinking and ability to work under pressure with minimal supervision.
• Excellent communication, organizational, teamwork, and interpersonal skills.
• Competent at multi-tasking.
• Self-organized and target-driven.
• Ambitious with a positive attitude.
• Fast learner.
• Proficient in English, both written and spoken.
• Based in Malta or willing to relocate.

Benefits:

We offer a variety of exciting benefits to our employees, including:

🥘Lunch provided between Monday to Friday on site

🧘‍♀️Wellbeing allowance per year

💲Work from home allowance

🏡Hybrid model

💻2 weeks of remote work (abroad)

📚Other enhanced leave of absence (bereavement, study, birth leave, maternity and parental, service year, marriage leave)

🎂Milestone birthday

🏥Private Health Insurance

♿Temporary Total Disability & Personal Accident Insurances

🛡️Life & Corporate Travel Insurance

💵Discounts with local companies in Malta

💰Optional Pension Plan

✈️Relocation Package (flights, 4 weeks of free accommodation, cash bonus)

 

Good to know:

• Start date: Every second week, training provided
• Salary: Base salary + bonus scheme
• Rotating shift-based work
• Location: Malta, St Julians

Join our team at Betsson and become a part of a dynamic and rewarding work culture that values your growth and development. Apply now and take the first step towards a fulfilling career in the iGaming industry

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