Football Trader

As a Football Trader at Genius Sports, your primary responsibilities will include managing live and future sporting events, particularly focusing on monitoring odds on behalf of our clients. You will also collect, manage, and analyze data regarding football from various sources, ensuring the accuracy and freshness of information.

To excel as a Football Trader at Genius Sports, candidates should have strong analytical skills, a good understanding of football, and an interest in probabilities. Attention to detail and basic technical thinking are crucial, along with oral and written English abilities.

Genius Sports embraces a forward-thinking 'Ways of Working' framework that allows for flexibility in how and where our team members work. While specific arrangements for the Football Trader role can vary, opportunities for remote and flexible working are supported.

At Genius Sports, we place a strong emphasis on self-development and growth within the sports tech industry. As a Football Trader, you will have access to ongoing skills training and career opportunities, enabling you to flourish in your role and advance your career.

The work environment at Genius Sports for Football Traders is stimulating, modern, and collaborative. Located in central Tallinn, you'll work in a fun, relaxed atmosphere with a passionate team, while enjoying company-sponsored social events and team-building activities throughout the year.

When answering this question, highlight your analytical skills, attention to detail, and passion for football. Showcase how your background aligns with the responsibilities of managing live events and monitoring odds.

To effectively respond, share specific strategies you employ to remain calm and focused, such as prioritization, quick decision-making, and utilizing analytical skills to analyze data under pressure.

Discuss your systematic approach to data collection, emphasizing the importance of using trusted sources, regular updates, and your experience with data management tools that can help maintain accuracy.

Detail current trends such as the rise of data analytics in sports, the increasing importance of real-time data for betting and fan engagement, and how companies like Genius Sports are at the forefront of this evolution.

Use the STAR method to clearly outline the Situation, Task, Action, and Result of your mistake. Emphasize the lesson learned and the changes you made to prevent a recurrence, demonstrating your growth mindset.

Detail your time management techniques, such as task prioritization, setting clear goals, and using tools or software to keep your tasks organized, ensuring that nothing falls through the cracks during busy periods.

Focus on discussing your analytical approach, including considering historical data, employing statistical models, and comparing odds from various sources to identify discrepancies or value.

Talk about your commitment to learning, whether through training, seeking feedback, or staying updated on industry trends to find innovative ways to enhance your efficiency and effectiveness.

Share your personal and professional experience with football. Discuss your understanding of the game itself, key leagues, teams, and any significant players or trends that inform your analysis.

Express your passion for sports and data, mentioning the excitement of being involved in a fast-paced, growing industry and the thrill of impacting how sports information is shared and consumed by fans and clients alike.