DraftKings

Sportsbook Operations Senior Associate

United Kingdom

Not SpecifiedCompensation
Junior (1 to 2 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Gambling & CasinosIndustries

Sportsbook Operations Senior Associate

Employment Type: Full-time

Position Overview

We are defining what it means to build and deliver the most extraordinary sports and entertainment experiences. Our global team is trailblazing new markets, developing cutting-edge products, and shaping the future of responsible gaming. In this role, you will drive the day-to-day execution of operational plans for high-intensity, live-focused sports, ensuring our offerings stay sharp and competitive. You will collaborate across teams to support campaign rollouts, monitor real-time performance, and turn data into actionable insights. From building dashboards to crafting long-range forecasts, you will help shape go-to-market strategies that elevate engagement and impact.

Responsibilities

  • Support the end-to-end delivery of sport operational plans, including the planning and execution of campaigns, promotions, and content rollouts.
  • Lead day-to-day performance monitoring, using key metrics to evaluate success and identify opportunities.
  • Build and maintain dashboards, performance reports, and campaign post-mortems that highlight key insights and drive decision-making.
  • Identify, escalate, and resolve issues or gaps in sport performance or delivery.
  • Play a key role in forecasting and planning processes, contributing to the development of daily, weekly, and long-range performance projections for key sports by leveraging historical data, seasonal trends, and upcoming calendar events.
  • Conduct regular competitor benchmarking and event tracking to ensure we stay ahead of market trends.

Requirements

  • Strong understanding of and passion for major sports, particularly live-heavy and event-driven formats (e.g., Tennis, Basketball, Table Tennis).
  • Proven ability to work with and interpret data; confident using Excel/Google Sheets and reporting tools such as Tableau and Sigma.
  • Basic proficiency in SQL is a strong asset.
  • Sharp commercial instinct with an interest in how product, promotion, and pricing impact engagement and revenue.
  • Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills; capable of managing multiple initiatives in a fast-moving environment.
  • Self-starter with a growth mindset and a proactive, problem-solving approach.
  • Experience in a sports, gaming, media, or digital operations role preferred.

Company Information

We’re a publicly traded (NASDAQ: DKNG) technology company headquartered in Boston. As a regulated gaming company, you may be required to obtain a gaming license issued by the appropriate state agency as a condition of employment. We’ll guide you through the process if this is relevant to your role.

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Skills

Sports
Performance Monitoring
Data Analysis
Dashboard Building
Forecasting
Campaign Management
Market Benchmarking

DraftKings

Online platform for fantasy sports and betting

About DraftKings

DraftKings operates in the online gaming and entertainment industry, focusing on daily fantasy sports, sports betting, and online casino games. Users can engage in daily fantasy sports contests for cash prizes, place bets on various sports events, and play casino games like slots, blackjack, roulette, and poker. The platform also includes a marketplace for digital collectibles, allowing users to buy, sell, and trade NFTs of celebrities. DraftKings ensures compliance with gaming regulations, providing a secure environment for its users. Unlike many competitors, DraftKings offers a diverse range of gaming options and revenue streams, attracting a wide audience of sports fans, gamblers, and digital collectors. The company's goal is to create a comprehensive and safe platform for users to enjoy various gaming activities and digital asset trading.

Boston, MassachusettsHeadquarters
2012Year Founded
$911.4MTotal Funding
IPOCompany Stage
Crypto & Web3, GamingIndustries
1,001-5,000Employees

Benefits

Performance Bonus
Company Equity

Risks

Class action lawsuit for alleged unlawful account termination could damage reputation.
Accusations of collusion with FanDuel may lead to antitrust investigations.
Sportsbook+ in New York may face regulatory scrutiny over its subscription model.

Differentiation

DraftKings offers a unique combination of fantasy sports, sports betting, and online casino games.
The company has ventured into the NFT market, expanding its digital collectibles offerings.
DraftKings ensures a secure gaming environment through compliance with gaming authorities.

Upsides

Partnership with Delta Air Lines could open new revenue streams through in-flight gaming.
Launch of Sportsbook+ in New York offers enhanced odds, attracting more subscribers.
Entry into the NFT market taps into the growing digital collectibles trend.

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