Sports Trader

We are partnering with a leading global iGaming operator to recruit a Sports Trader specializing in US sports. Our client is a tier-1 organization known for innovation operational excellence and a high-performance trading culture.

Location: Armenia-Based

Contract Type: Full-time
Seniority: Middle to Senior

Role Overview:

We are seeking an experienced Sports Trader (Middle to Senior) to lead trading operations across specialized desk markets and drive strategic decision-making. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong market expertise mentor junior traders and take ownership of complex trading strategies while maintaining operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities:

• Compile and manage odds for specialized desk markets ensuring accuracy and competitive positioning
• Execute pre-match and live trading strategies; optimize decision-making to maximize profitability
• Conduct advanced market trend analysis and competitive intelligence; provide strategic insights to leadership
• Manage sophisticated risk frameworks including bet limit monitoring and exposure analysis
• Monitor real-time sports events and react dynamically to market shifts
• Lead database management and resolve complex sportsbook-related escalations
• Mentor and coach junior traders; drive operational best practices across the desk
• Update and maintain trading databases to support accurate data-driven decisions
• Cover trading responsibilities on other desks as needed; serve as a liaison across teams and departments
• Drive continuous improvement in trading systems and processes

Required Experience & Skills:

• Minimum 46 years of professional sports trading experience (pre-match and live trading)
• Deep expertise in sports betting markets (odds structures bet types market trends edge identification)
• Advanced proficiency with sports trading systems and tools
• Strong risk management discipline and analytical capability in pattern recognition
• Demonstrable knowledge of industry policies regulations and operational procedures
• Proven track record of trading performance and consistency
• Strong verbal and written communication; ability to make sound decisions under pressure
• Experience collaborating effectively across multi-functional teams
• High attention to detail; commitment to quality and accuracy
• Adaptability and resilience in fast-moving high-pressure environments
• Passion for US sports (American Football Basketball Ice Hockey Baseball)

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in online gaming sports betting or iGaming industries
• Understanding of gambling regulations and compliance frameworks
• Knowledge of customer retention and lifecycle strategies
• Strong business acumen and market insights
• Proven mentoring or team leadership experience
• Analytical and technical problem-solving capabilities
• Demonstrated accountability ownership and proactive mindset
• Flexibility to work night shifts weekends and bank holidays

Why Join Us:

• Opportunity to shape trading strategy and mentor the next generation
• Work in a dynamic fast-paced trading environment
• Clear pathway for career progression
• Collaborative culture with cross-functional exposure