Sportsbook Director

We are seeking a seasoned and accomplished Sportsbook Manager to spearhead the strategic direction of our new sportsbook product, ensuring it meets the needs of our users while staying ahead of market trends and regulatory requirements.

This role will be responsible for driving revenue through the sports markers for the group, which will include in-house brands as well as third-party white-label brands.

The focus of the role will be on ensuring the product is correct, aligned with key events, and engaging for the players.

Alongside this, working with the product provider to ensure they are fulfilling their responsibilities, which include odds setting, risk management, and other areas.

This is a great opportunity for someone to come in at the start of a new adventure for Grace Media as we enter the sports market.

Please note - This is not a Sportsbook Trader role.

• Develop and Articulate a Clear Vision: Define a clear and compelling vision for the sportsbook product, aligned with the company's overall strategic objectives. Identify market opportunities and define product roadmap priorities based on customer feedback, industry trends, and competitive analysis.
• Collaborate with Cross-Functional Teams: Work closely with engineering, design, marketing, and customer support teams to prioritize features and enhancements based on business value, technical feasibility, and user impact.
• Champion the User Experience: Define intuitive workflows, design engaging interfaces, and optimize customer journeys to maximize user satisfaction, retention, and lifetime value.
• Ensure Regulatory Compliance: Work with our Compliance team to stay abreast of legal and regulatory requirements in relevant jurisdictions, ensuring that the sportsbook product adheres to all applicable laws and industry standards for responsible gambling and data protection.
• Define Key Performance Indicators: Establish mechanisms for tracking product performance against business objectives.
• Analyse Data and User Feedback: Analyze data and user feedback to identify opportunities for improvement and drive continuous optimization.
• Serve as Primary Point of Contact: Serve as the primary point of contact for internal and external stakeholders, providing regular updates on product development progress, soliciting feedback, and aligning expectations to ensure successful outcomes.
• Inspire and Motivate Teams: Inspire and motivate cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality products on time and within budget. Foster a collaborative and inclusive work environment that encourages innovation, creativity, and continuous learning.

• Proven Track Record: Proven track record of success as a product owner or product manager, with at least 3 years of experience in the sports betting or online gaming industry.
• Understanding of Sportsbook Operations: Understanding of sportsbook operations, promotions, and player communications.
• Analytical Skills: Strong analytical skills and data-driven decision-making abilities, with proficiency in product analytics tools.
• Leadership Capabilities: Demonstrated leadership capabilities, including the ability to inspire and mentor team members, resolve conflicts, and drive consensus in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
• Knowledge of Agile Methodologies: Knowledge of agile software development methodologies, such as Scrum or Kanban, and experience working with project management tools such as Clickup, JIRA, or Asana.