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Manager, Trading
full-time•London
About this role
At DraftKings, AI is becoming an integral part of both our present and future, powering how work gets done today, guiding smarter decisions, and sparking bold ideas. It’s transforming how we enhance customer experiences, streamline operations, and unlock new possibilities. Our teams are energized by innovation and readily embrace emerging technology. We’re not waiting for the future to arrive. We’re shaping it, one bold step at a time. To those who see AI as a driver of progress, come build the future together.
The Crown Is Yours
As a Manager, Sports Trading, you’ll take charge of the trading experience that drives real-time engagement across our sportsbook. You’ll lead a team responsible for live pricing, risk decisions, and content uptime across high-velocity sports markets. Working closely with cross-functional teams, you’ll bring precision, speed, and operational excellence to every second of trading.
What you’ll do as a Manager, Sports Trading
Lead day-to-day operations of trading across multiple sports, ensuring pricing accuracy, content uptime, and optimal customer experience.
Manage and develop a team of traders and team leads, with a focus on performance, scheduling, and growth.
Identify market inefficiencies or anomalies in pricing and implement real-time risk adjustments.
Collaborate across teams to support tooling enhancements, automation rollouts, and pricing model improvements.
Provide feedback to improve trading processes and product features, ensuring alignment with sportsbook goals.
Maintain consistent market coverage and delivery across all platforms and partner integrations.
Monitor live trading KPIs and produce regular performance updates for leadership and stakeholders.
Represent the trading team in cross-functional discussions, partnering with Analytics, Product, and Customer Experience.
You may also take the lead on shaping our e-gaming initiatives from a Trading perspective, with the opportunity to define and evolve future trading-led gaming strategies.
What you’ll bring
At least 4 years of experience in sports trading, including team leadership responsibilities.
Strong knowledge of live betting mechanics, market creation, and pricing strategies.
Proficiency in tools such as Excel; familiarity with scripting or automation tools is a plus.
Excellent communication skills and ability to make fast, high-stakes decisions under pressure.
Strong data mindset with the ability to translate insights into operational actions.
Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and major sporting events as required.
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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. Don’t worry, we’ll guide you through the process if this is relevant to your role.
What you'll do
- Lead day-to-day operations of trading across multiple sports, ensuring pricing accuracy and optimal customer experience. Manage and develop a team of traders, focusing on performance and growth while collaborating with cross-functional teams.
About DraftKings Inc.
It's simple, we believe life is more fun when you're in on the action. For that reason, we’re committed to responsibly creating the world’s favorite games and betting experiences.
At DraftKings, The Crown Is Yours.
We are driven by the thrill of the future and the pull of possibility. As an original, continuous gamechanger, we’re shaping the present and future of sports entertainment and digital experiences, leading the way into new markets with new products, and providing the ultimate experience to our customers.
Here, we believe in the power and impact that comes from innovation, collaboration, and a winning culture. We’re a strong and dedicated global team of 4,000+ teammates driven to achieve great things. From your very first day, you’ll be part of an amazing culture that welcomes your ideas, champions your growth, and values you for you.
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