Trading Director

This position is posted by Jobgether on behalf of a partner company. We are currently looking for a Trading Director in Europe.

As Trading Director, you will lead and shape a high-performing Trading and Risk Management team in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. You will be responsible for developing and implementing operational risk strategies, managing exposure, and ensuring the integrity of trading operations. This role requires a hands-on leader who can translate complex data into actionable insights, guide team performance, and make real-time decisions that impact business outcomes. You will collaborate closely with internal stakeholders, providing strategic direction and operational expertise to support growth. This is a unique opportunity to influence processes and technologies that drive smarter trading and sustainable business results across Europe.

Accountabilities

• Lead, mentor, and grow the Trading and Risk Management team to ensure operational excellence and consistent performance.
• Develop, implement, and monitor risk strategies to manage liabilities, safeguard exposure, and optimize trading outcomes.
• Oversee daily trading activities, making real-time decisions and adjustments based on market trends and betting activities.
• Design and deliver risk reports and dashboards to leadership, translating complex trading and market data into actionable insights.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement risk initiatives and support business objectives.
• Ensure operational compliance with internal policies and relevant regulatory frameworks.

• Minimum 5 years of experience in sports betting, iGaming, or related trading and risk management roles.
• Proven experience leading operational teams in high-pressure, fast-moving environments.
• Deep understanding of sportsbook mechanics, bet types, liability management, and exposure control.
• Strong communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills.
• Technical proficiency with trading platforms, risk management systems, and data analytics tools for real-time decision-making.
• Based in Europe and fluent in English (spoken and written).
• Bonus: Experience building trading or risk teams, project/program management skills, knowledge of regulatory environments, and experience with GRC or risk management tools.

• Competitive salary package.
• Opportunities for professional development and growth in a global sports data environment.
• Collaborative and dynamic team culture focused on innovation and integrity.
• Exposure to cutting-edge trading technologies and operational risk management systems.
• Flexible and supportive working environment, with autonomy and opportunities for leadership impact.

Jobgether is a Talent Matching Platform that partners with companies worldwide to efficiently connect top talent with the right opportunities through AI-driven job matching.
When you apply, your profile goes through our AI-powered screening process designed to identify top talent efficiently and fairly.
Our AI evaluates your CV and LinkedIn profile thoroughly, analyzing your skills, experience and achievements.
It compares your profile to the job's core requirements and past success factors to determine your match score.
Based on this analysis, we automatically shortlist the 3 candidates with the highest match to the role.
When necessary, our human team may perform an additional manual review to ensure no strong profile is missed.
The process is transparent, skills-based, and free of bias — focusing solely on your fit for the role.
Once the shortlist is completed, we share it directly with the company that owns the job opening. The final decision and next steps (such as interviews or additional assessments) are then made by their internal hiring team.
Thank you for your interest

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