Full-Time

Commercial Senior Analyst

Sportsbook

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FanDuel

FanDuel

1,001-5,000 employees

Fantasy sports platform for cash prizes

Entertainment
Gaming

Compensation Overview

$92k - $115kAnnually

+ Cash Bonuses + Stock Program Participation

Mid, Senior

New York, NY, USA

Hybrid position requiring in-office presence.

Category
Business Research
Strategy Development
Business & Strategy
Required Skills
Python
R
Apache Spark
SQL
Tableau
Data Analysis
PowerPoint/Keynote/Slides
Requirements
  • 3+ years of relevant work experience in an analytical, technical or commercial field
  • Bachelor's Degree in a highly numerate major (Math, Stats, Econ, etc.) or relevant experience in data and/or business analysis
  • Proficiency in SQL, PowerPoint and Excel required
  • Ability to use languages for analysis, Python, R, Spark preferred
  • Demonstrated experience using data visualization software to convey analysis in an easy to digest format. Preferred experience working with Tableau for data visualization
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills - demonstrable track record of influencing up, down and across organizations
  • Knowledge of sports and/or experience working within a heavily regulated industry is a plus
Responsibilities
  • Support the Commercial Manager with analytics for new state launches, helping teams around the business drive outcomes to be the #1 operator in each state
  • Support forecast delivery, reporting and analytics for tentpole moments (NFL launch, Super Bowl, etc.) along with actionable insights and recommendations to raise the bar on execution
  • Support dedicated analytical support to several key teams in the business including Product & Pricing, Transformation and Responsible Gaming
  • Work with other analysts to produce insights and drivers of business performance
  • Create, modify and evolve models and data visualizations to better understand and explain the day-to-day performance of various KPIs
  • Create and maintain automated reporting processes visible to group-wide teams
  • Participate in presentations focused on using analysis to drive new business outcomes
  • Field and fulfill requests for various business inquiries
  • Opportunity to mentor junior analysts on day-to-day requests as well as team best practices
  • Build out our reporting suite to meet stakeholder needs in an effective and efficient manner and generate insights that help set the priorities for our business

FanDuel operates a fantasy sports platform where users can join daily and weekly contests to win cash prizes. Participants create fantasy teams by selecting real players from various sports, including football, basketball, and baseball. The performance of these teams is determined by the actual statistics of the players in real games. FanDuel generates revenue through entry fees for these contests and enhances the user experience with features like live scoring updates and player news. Unlike some competitors, FanDuel focuses on a wide range of sports and contests, primarily serving the U.S. market while expanding its offerings.

Company Stage

Acquired

Total Funding

$424M

Headquarters

New York City, New York

Founded

2009

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

7%

1 year growth

27%

2 year growth

40%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • FanDuel's expanding presence in new markets like North Carolina and Ontario offers significant growth opportunities.
  • The company's partnerships with sports teams and media channels can drive higher user engagement and brand loyalty.
  • Acquisitions like BeyondPlay can enhance FanDuel's technological capabilities, making it a more attractive platform for users.

What critics are saying

  • The competitive landscape in the online gaming and sports betting industry is intense, with major players like DraftKings and Bet365 posing significant threats.
  • Regulatory changes and legal challenges in different states and countries could impact FanDuel's operations and growth.

What makes FanDuel unique

  • FanDuel's strategic partnerships with major sports teams like the Carolina Panthers enhance its brand visibility and customer engagement, setting it apart from competitors.
  • The acquisition of BeyondPlay allows FanDuel to integrate innovative iGaming solutions, providing a more engaging user experience.
  • FanDuel's focus on regulatory compliance and strategic hires, such as the addition of E. Sequoyah Simermeyer, strengthens its position in the highly regulated online gaming market.

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