Sports Trading Analyst

Job description

Kick-start your career in the online gaming world and experience the very latest in technology and innovation. Who we are We’re Super Group, the NYSE-listed digital gaming company behind some of the world’s leading Sports and iGaming brands, including Betway and Jackpot City. We’re a powerhouse built on decades of expertise and we’re changing the game for good. Our mission is to give our customers a superclass entertainment experience. Who we’re looking for We’re on a thrilling journey of growth and innovation, and we need passionate, driven individuals to join us. At Super Group, every day is action-packed, and we expect you to bring your A-game. In return, you’ll find a supportive environment where your skills can flourish and your career can soar. Ready to become a game-changer? Supercharge your career with us and be part of something extraordinary. Why we need you We’re building experiences that wow our customers – and that starts with bold, curious people who want to do work that matters. If you’re hungry to grow, excited by impact and ready for a challenge that will supercharge your career, this could be your moment. As our Sports Trading Analyst, you’ll play a key part in delivering a high-quality risk and integrity monitoring service. Your work will directly contribute to the sportsbook’s ability to stay ahead of emerging threats and maintain a fair, competitive environment for all users. Your drive and ideas will help us move faster, improve smarter, and stay ahead of the game. What you’ll do You’ll take ownership of work that gives us our competitive edge, including: · Monitoring live betting activity and sports events to identify irregular behaviour as it happens · Detecting and responding to emerging risks across markets and regions · Investigating suspicious betting patterns and taking appropriate action to mitigate exposure · Supporting the management of risk during live events in fast‑moving environments · Escalating high‑risk or unusual activity to relevant teams · Providing feedback on new and emerging behaviours to Behaviour and Trading leads · Contributing to the ongoing improvement of monitoring tools and processes. This list covers your core responsibilities – with plenty of room to stretch, explore and take on new challenges as we grow. What you’ll bring You’re someone who brings: · Clear, confident communication (written and verbal), particularly in time‑critical situations and the ability to breakdown complex ideas · A collaborative mindset, working smoothly with cross functional teams to hit shared goals · Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects without dropping the ball · Exceptional attention to detail and a commitment to high quality work · Adaptability – you stay sharp, productive and positive in fast moving environments · Confident decision‑making under pressure · Excellent attention to detail · Strong numerical and analytical thinking · Passion for sports and live betting markets. Desirable skills you’ve got up your sleeve It would be great if you also have some of the following skills: · In-depth knowledge of sports betting markets, including odds calculation, betting types and market trends · Previous experience in the online gaming or casino industry, with a strong understanding of player behaviour and industry regulations · Familiarity with gambling regulations and compliance requirements in various jurisdictions, ensuring adherence to legal standards · Experience in developing and executing customer retention strategies · Experience in sportsbook, trading, or live operations environments · Understanding of betting markets and odds · Familiarity with monitoring tools (e.g. Kibana, ElasticSearch) · Basic SQL or data querying skills. Our values are non-negotiables Our culture is underpinned by core values that are linked to key behavioural competencies. Along with the below behavioural competencies, these are essential for all employees in order for you to embed in and drive our culture forward. These competencies are: · Adaptability · Ownership and accountability · Initiating action · Resilience · Team orientation · Integrity · Innovation What you’ll get back We invest in your growth and wellbeing, so you can bring your best: · Supergrowth is real here. Our learning and development programmes give you the tools, training and opportunities to level up fast. · Your progress matters. Our Performance tool ensures you get meaningful feedback to support your development and superdrive your career. · Support that has your back. Our Employee Assistance Programme offers resources for you and your family. · Group Life Cover · Funeral Fund Benefit · Income Continuation Benefit · Medical Aid Subsidy · Retirement Annuity Subsidy Ready to feel superclass? At Super Group, your experience matters. We’re honest, fair, and focused on helping you succeed – and your work will have real impact from day one. Game on! *Please note we will apply relevance to our Talent Management and Talent Development Programme as part of our recruitment process. *Shortlisted candidates may need to complete an assessment. This position requires trust and honesty it has access to customers financial details - therefore a credit and criminal record check will be conducted. The qualifications identified herein are an inherent job requirement; therefore, a qualification verification check will be done. By applying for this role, and supplying the necessary details, you hereby grant us permission to apply for these checks. This will be done in a confidential manner, and solely for the purposes of verification. Should you not hear from us within 2 weeks, please deem your application as unsuccessful. The perfect place to work, play and grow!