FANDUEL Risk Executive

Role Purpose  

At FanDuel, we are seeking a Risk Executive who thrives in dynamic environments and values clear thinking and precision under pressure. This role suits someone who is curious, eager to grow, and motivated to contribute to team goals. 

The successful candidate will take on diverse operational responsibilities, enhancing the sports betting experience for our Sportsbook customers. 

This role offers a unique opportunity to develop skills in Risk Management and gain insights into the dynamic and engaging field of live trading. 

At FanDuel, success means feeling valued for your contributions, working in a supportive and collaborative culture, and being part of a talented and passionate team. 

Accountabilities & Responsibilities  

• Over time, contribute to developing and tracking performance metrics that highlight the value of Risk Operations work. 

• Review customer betting activity in real-time, assess overall patterns, and adjust market limits as needed. 

• Manage liability, respond to real-time alerts, and monitor key operational adjustments. 

• Support Customer Risk Management by identifying trends and refining approaches to segmentation. 

• Prepare and maintain reports on team and individual contributions to risk management goals. 

• Collaborate with team leaders and partners to share insights and optimize processes. 

• Play an important role in enhancing Price Assurance strategies to achieve team objectives. 

• Build and maintain strong working relationships with colleagues and partners across locations. 

Qualifications, Skills & Experience  

• A 3rd level qualification in maths, statistics, business or a relevant degree. 

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and general computer literacy. 

• Basic knowledge of mathematics or statistics is necessary. 

• A commitment to learning, growing, and embodying FanDuel’s core values. 

• Familiarity with sports, especially US sports, is a plus but not required. 

• A willingness to develop skills through our four-week training program. 

• Good communication skills are crucial, as an important part of the role is being able to communicate clearly both within the team and to external stakeholders.  

• Flexibility and adaptability in a team-oriented environment where each day presents new opportunities. 

• Problem-solving skills that draw on creativity and collaboration, including using technology and teamwork to improve processes. 

• Attention to detail and the ability to organize and prioritize tasks effectively. 

• A thoughtful and data-driven approach to achieving meaningful solutions. 

• The first-rate production, administration and monitoring of our betting markets is essential for offering the industry-leading service we crave for. If you have the necessary attention to detail, together with a robust and organised workload-management style, with the potential to set the right example to others, then this role could kickstart your career in the betting industry.  

Measure of Success  

• Effectively contribute to revenue growth and minimize losses through thoughtful risk management strategies. 

• Support and mentor team members, encouraging accuracy, efficiency, and collaboration. 
   

What’s in it for you
We are a flexible employer; whether you have personal commitments or a hobby that brings you joy, we want you to bring your best self to work and feel empowered to do so. We also like to share our success; after all you make it happen. We have an excellent benefits package that can be personalised to you:

• Bonus scheme
• Uncapped holiday allowance
• Enhanced pension scheme
• Private healthcare
• Life assurance
• Income protection
• Hybrid working
• £1,000 annual self-development learning fund (remove if FTC <1 year) - GBP only 
• Invest via the Flutters Sharesave Scheme
• Paid volunteering days
• Enhanced parental leave
• Wellbeing fund (£/€250 a year)
• Recognition programs
• Gym membership, discounts, vouchers and much more!

About Flutter  

Flutter is the world’s leading online sports betting and iGaming operator, with a market leading position in the US and across the world. Our ambition is to leverage our significant scale and our challenger mindset to change our industry for the better. By Changing the Game, we believe we can deliver long-term growth while promoting a positive, sustainable future for all our stakeholders. We are well-placed to do so through the distinctive, global advantages of the Flutter Edge, which gives our brands access to group-wide benefits to stay ahead of the competition, as well as our clear vision for sustainability through our Positive Impact Plan. Flutter operates a diverse portfolio of leading online sports betting and iGaming brands including FanDuel, Sky Betting & Gaming, Sportsbet, PokerStars, Paddy Power, Sisal, tombola, Betfair, MaxBet, Junglee Games and Adjarabet. 

On May 31 2024 Flutter moved its primary listing to the New York Stock Exchange. With a greater proportion of our future profits expected to be generated in the US, and given FanDuel’s #1 position in that market, we believe a US primary listing is the natural home for the Group
 

About FanDuel Group  

FanDuel Group is an innovative sports-tech entertainment company that is changing the way consumers engage with their favorite sports, teams, and leagues. The premier mobile gaming destination in the United States, FanDuel Group consists of a portfolio of leading brands across sports betting, iGaming, horse racing, advance-deposit wagering, daily fantasy sports. In addition, FanDuel Group operates FanDuel TV its broadly distributed linear cable television and leading direct-to-consumer OTT platform. FanDuel Group has a presence across all 50 states with approximately 19 million customers and 27 retail locations. The company is based in New York with offices in Los Angeles, Atlanta, and Jersey City, as well as in Canada, Scotland, Ireland, Portugal, Romania, and Australia. FanDuel Group is a subsidiary of Flutter Entertainment plc, (NYSE: FLUT) the world's largest sports betting and gaming operator with a portfolio of globally recognized brands. 

We’re working to be an inclusive employer, and we encourage people from all backgrounds, ways of thinking and working to apply. Everyone brings different perspectives and experiences; you don't have to meet all the requirements listed to apply for this role. If you need any adjustments to make this role work for you let us know, and we’ll see how we can accommodate them.

Inclusive Employer  

We are committed to fostering a diverse and welcoming workplace. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds and aim to accommodate individual needs to ensure everyone thrives. 

Better Flexibility For You  

Our roles within risk allow for both 4 and 5-day working weeks, with some weekend work required, offering a flexible option to our employees.