Trader 1 – Soccer

As a Trader I at Fanatics Betting & Gaming (FBG), you are here to help us create an entertaining Soccer betting proposition that appeals to Fanatics customers. 

Reporting into one of the Trading Managers, you will be an important team player, assisting Traders with various tasks including data analysis, creating new markets and testing features. Whatever your background, keeping the customer and colleague experience at the heart of everything you do is vital to succeed in this role.

Flexible work schedule will be required, including some evenings, weekends, and occasional holidays 

Responsibilities

• Work in a designated part of the Trading department with a focus on Soccer, responsible for tasks related to compiling prices, event creation & settlement, monitoring bets & managing prices and assessing customers
• Stay informed on global soccer news, team developments, injuries and market-moving events
• Assist in pricing pre-match and in-play soccer markets across multiple leagues and competitions
• Analyze betting patterns and customer behaviour to identify trends and potential risks
• Help to test new sportsbook features and trading models, as well as provide input with the wider team 
• Contribute to the continuous improvement across the Trading department, assisting with automation and identifying areas for advancement.
• Coach and develop the Associate Traders within the Trading department. 
• Work closely with Commercial, Marketing, Product, Engineering and Operations teams to create and implement a best-in-class, intuitive, and scalable betting experience for our customers - driven by data, user research, and competitor analysis
• Ensure that Fanatics are putting the customer at the heart of our Trading strategies
• Assisting other teams within the department where necessary
• Open to regular travel to events and other Fanatics offices for various offsite and team meetings

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent
• A real passion and deep knowledge of global soccer, and an inherent understanding of what sports fans want in order to be entertained.
• Ability to understand and interpret data, translating that data into prices
• Ability to test sportsbook platforms and help develop and test trading models
• Preference to work in an entrepreneurial, hyper growth environment where decisions are made quickly
• Team-first mentality, with a willingness to do what it takes to get the job done and effectively work cross-functionally across different teams at FBG and the larger Fanatics organization
• Willingness to ask question and learn along with strong problem solving skills 
• Flexible work schedule will be required, including some evenings, weekends, and occasional holidays 
• This role is based out of the US, UK or Canada

If you possess some of these skills but not all of them, we still encourage you to apply!

Depending on the role, your interview and onboarding experience may include in-person components, such as onsite interviews or Launching into Better: LIVE—a multi-day cultural immersion in New York City for full-time, non-seasonal hires. These sessions are designed to build connection and bring our culture to life, though specific travel and participation requirements will be confirmed based on your role and location. Your recruiter will provide clear guidance at each stage of the process.