Trader – International

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United Kingdom, +1 more country.

📋 Description

• Oversee racing events, establish competitive pricing, and implement risk strategies for global racing markets.

• Provide overnight support for B2C and B2B trading operations while daytime teams are unavailable.

• Create and configure racing events and betting markets within trading systems.

• Manage odds pricing through both automated model adjustments and manual interventions.

• Achieve over-round targets and adhere to business-defined betting strategies.

• Supervise bet settlement processes and address any discrepancies that arise.

• Address technical issues, conduct initial investigations and resolutions, and escalate priority incidents as needed.

• Document technical problems, actions taken, and escalations for future reference and shift transitions.

• Implement risk management measures to minimize liability exposure while maximizing revenue potential.

• Observe market signals, customer behavior, and various racing meetings and bet types.

• Leverage data analytics to inform pricing decisions and trading strategies.

• Identify and escalate suspicious betting patterns in collaboration with internal teams, regulators, and partners.

• Collaborate with third-party service providers to address trading-related inquiries and ensure service reliability.

• Communicate with fellow Traders to exchange insights and maintain market coverage.

• Manage Freshdesk support tickets and relay issues and solutions to customers effectively.

• Provide comprehensive shift handovers covering open markets, liabilities, outstanding tickets, and escalations.

• Manage race statuses, including non-runners, and keep customers informed.

• Perform additional duties as assigned.

• 1/ST Technology provides B2B and B2C wagering and betting infrastructure for horse racing and casino sectors.

⛳️ Requirements

• A minimum of two (2) years’ experience in risk trading, sportsbook, or odds compilation roles, preferably with a focus on Racing.

• In-depth knowledge of global horse racing, encompassing US, Australia, South Africa, UK/Ireland, and Asian circuits.

• Strong understanding of betting markets, trading systems, and pricing strategies.

• Familiarity with betting theory and bookmaking, including concepts like overrounds, arbitrage, and percentages.

• An analytical mindset with experience in interpreting data to inform decision-making.

• Awareness of betting compliance standards and principles of responsible gaming.

• Knowledge of accurate race data processing across various systems.

• Proficient user of sportsbook platforms, back-office tools, and Excel.

• Competent in PC skills and Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, OneDrive, Google Docs, as well as formulas, formats, and reporting functions.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, time management, and the ability to handle stakeholder relationships.

• Capacity to collaborate with Customer Service, Network Operations, vendors, and clients.

• Strong customer service acumen and professionalism in challenging situations.

• Ability to work within cross-functional teams across multiple U.S., Canadian, and international locations.

• Capability to perform effectively in high-stress scenarios and fast-paced environments.

• Proficient in managing multiple tasks concurrently.

• Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and highly organized.

• Willingness to work non-standard hours and as necessary to achieve objectives.

• Strong problem-solving and prioritization skills.

• Technical proficiency to triage system issues and determine appropriate escalation methods.

• Ability to work independently and make informed decisions with minimal supervision overnight.

• Willingness and ability to follow a rotating night-shift pattern of 4 days on / 4 days off.

• Preferred: Familiarity with technology, horse racing, regulations, fixed-odds and/or pari-mutuel wagering, gaming, sports wagering, or start-up environments.

• Preferred: Experience with trading platforms, proprietary risk management systems, global racing markets, Freshdesk or other ticketing systems, B2B sportsbook solutions, or trading APIs.

• Preferred: Understanding of risk or integrity frameworks from UKGC, MGA, IBIA, Racing Victoria, BHA, or TJK.

• Preferred: Experience with scripting/query tools such as Python, R, or SQL; algorithmic trading, pricing models, or trading automation; and night or rotating shift experience.

🏝️ Benefits

• Remote work classification.

• Rotating night-shift pattern of 4 days on / 4 days off.

• 60-minute break included in shifts.

• Equal opportunity employment.

• Travel up to <5%, including potential international travel and overnight stays.