Global Sports Lead Quantitative Analyst

Found in: beBee S IE - 3 weeks ago

Dublin, Ireland Flutter Full time
Global Sports Lead Quantitative Analyst

Role overview

Global Sports Quants is a core function within the Global Trading Tribe of Flutter Group Functions. We are responsible for developing and maintaining sophisticated predictive models in areas such as sports modelling, risk management and automated trading strategies, to service the needs and requirements of the many Flutter brands globally.

The team uses mathematics, statistics, and machine learning methods to provide automated solutions to scale and improve the trading and risk management practices of Global Sports. This enables the Global Trading Tribe to provide cutting edge products to our customers and ensure that all Flutter brands achieve success.

Key Accountabilities and Responsibilities

  • Develop new and existing predictive models to generate accurate pricing and effective risk management decisions.
  • Display an expertise in quantitative analysis techniques and provide insightful viewpoints on a broad range of problems across the group.
  • Implement real world applications of statistical models developed. Support from inception, development, delivery, and performance monitoring. Maintain an intricate understanding of the performance level of models that have previously been deployed.
  • Be a driving force in the Global Sports Quants team, mentoring junior members and leading in their development. Supervise and guide the work of colleagues ensuring work is executed accurately, efficiently and on schedule.
  • Work with both a high degree of independence and collaboratively with stakeholders in areas such as Trading, Technology, Product and Data to solve a broad range of technical problems across the Flutter group. Bolster relationships, working with colleagues and prioritisation forums to effectively prioritise and deliver modelling requirements through the Global Sports Quants team.
  • Learn and develop new technical skills as required to contribute to team growth and share knowledge with the wider Flutter group. Take responsibility to continuously develop the necessary skills and techniques required to work with an ever-increasing degree of independence, accuracy, and efficiency.
  • Develop relationships with other modelling and analytics teams throughout Flutter with a view to share learnings and skillsets and exploring opportunities for collaboration on projects.
  • Become a central contributor to the ambitious, energetic & development-focussed atmosphere within the team. Give due regard to the importance of creating a positive working environment for colleagues. Display an active interest in being a positive contributor to the core ethos within the team.


Skills, Capabilities & Experience Required

  • Third-level or postgraduate qualification in a quantitative or analytic discipline such as Mathematics, Statistics, Engineering, Computer Science, Physics, Actuarial Science, etc. High achievements in Mathematics/Statistics a distinct advantage.
  • Significant previous experience in a numerate or quantitative role with evidence of developing statistical models and applying them in a real-world environment.
  • Excellent understanding of predictive modelling techniques including simulation and analytic based methods.
  • Probabilistic thinker with a highly developed numeracy & technical skillset which facilitates high-quality, efficient & comprehensive analysis.
  • Ability to query, cleanse, manipulate and analyse large structured and unstructured datasets.
  • Proficient programming skills and understanding of statistical tools and software packages (e.g. Python, R, Julia, Matlab, C#)
  • Experience with cloud-based platforms and tooling such as AWS is an advantage.
  • Experience in sports modelling an advantage.
  • Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, and ability to cater to relevant audiences.


We're working to be an inclusive employer, and we encourage people from all backgrounds, ways of thinking and working to apply. Everyone brings different perspectives and experiences; you don't have to meet all the requirements listed to apply for this role. If you need any adjustments to make this role work for you let us know, and we'll see how we can accommodate them.

  • Global Sports Lead Quantitative Analyst

    Found in: beBee jobs IE - 3 weeks ago

    Dublin, Dublin City, Ireland Flutter Full time

    Global Sports Lead Quantitative AnalystRole overview Global Sports Quants is a core function within the Global Trading Tribe of Flutter Group Functions. We are responsible for developing and maintaining sophisticated predictive models in areas such as sports modelling, risk management and automated trading strategies, to service the needs and requirements of...

  • Global Sports Quantitative Analyst

    Found in: beBee S IE - 3 weeks ago

    Dublin, Ireland Flutter Full time

    Global Sports Quantitative AnalystRole OverviewGlobal Sports Quants is a core function within the Global Trading Team, part of the Flutter Group. We are responsible for developing and maintaining sophisticated predictive models in the areas of sports modelling, risk management and trading automation, to service the many Flutter brands globally.The team uses...

  • Sport Coordinator Soccer

    3 weeks ago

    Dublin, Ireland i9 Sports Corporation Full time

    Benefits/Perks A team-based atmosphere with a focus on Fun! Be a role model for athletes Online training opportunities Company Overview Founded in Tampa, Florida, i9 Sports is the nation's first and largest youth sports league franchise business in the United States with over 1 million registrations in more than 500 communities from New York to...

  • Sport Coordinator Baseball

    3 weeks ago

    Dublin, Ireland i9 Sports Corporation Full time

    Benefits/Perks A team-based atmosphere with a focus on Fun! Opportunity to foster community-based relationships Online training opportunities Company Overview Founded in Tampa, Florida, i9 Sports is the nation's first and largest youth sports league franchise business in the United States with over 1 million registrations in more than 500...

  • Sport Coordinator Flag Football

    3 weeks ago

    Dublin, Ireland i9 Sports Corporation Full time

    Benefits/Perks A team-based atmosphere with a focus on Fun! Opportunity to build coaching skills and be a role model for athletes Online training opportunities Company Overview Founded in Tampa, Florida, i9 Sports is the nation’s first and largest youth sports league franchise business in the United States with over 1 million registrations in more...

  • Quantitative Research Associate

    Found in: beBee jobs IE - 2 weeks ago

    Dublin, Dublin City, Ireland Susquehanna International Group, LLP (SIG) Full time

    Overview SIG is a sophisticated and influential trading firm, active on the world's major securities and derivatives exchanges. Our European headquarters is based in Dublin, where we employ over 450 people in Trading, Quantitative Research & Technology across a range of trading strategies, including Exchange Traded Funds, Commodities, Options, Fixed Income,...

  • Quantitative Research Associate

    Found in: Talent IE C2 - 3 weeks ago

    Dublin, Ireland SIG Full time

    Overview SIG is a sophisticated and influential trading firm, active on the world’s major securities and derivatives exchanges. Our European headquarters is based in Dublin, where we employ over 450 people in Trading, Quantitative Research & Technology across a range of trading strategies, including Exchange Traded Funds, Commodities, Options,...

  • Sports Trader

    Found in: Talent IE C2 - 3 weeks ago

    Dublin, Ireland SIG Full time

    Overview This is a trading role in which you will be making quick decisions to trade a wide swath of sports and political products using in house models and technology. Tasks will include: Trading mainly American sports – NFL, NBA, MLB, Tennis, NCAAF, NCAAB, Football (Soccer) Running and maintaining strategies to trade pregame and in-game to...

  • Sports Trader

    Found in: beBee jobs IE - 2 weeks ago

    Dublin, Dublin City, Ireland Susquehanna International Group, LLP (SIG) Full time

    Overview This is a trading role in which you will be making quick decisions to trade a wide swath of sports and political products using in house models and technology. Tasks will include:Trading mainly American sports – NFL, NBA, MLB, Tennis, NCAAF, NCAAB, Football (Soccer)Running and maintaining strategies to trade pregame and in-game to maximize...

  • Sports Trader

    Found in: beBee S IE - 3 weeks ago

    Dublin, Ireland Susquehanna International Group, LLP (SIG) Full time

    Overview This is a trading role in which you will be making quick decisions to trade a wide swath of sports and political products using in house models and technology. Tasks will include:Trading mainly American sports – NFL, NBA, MLB, Tennis, NCAAF, NCAAB, Football (Soccer)Running and maintaining strategies to trade pregame and in-game to maximize...

  • Quantitative Data Engineer

    Found in: Talent IE C2 - 3 weeks ago

    Dublin, Ireland SIG Full time

    Overview As a quantitative data engineer you will be working together with the quantitative research and trading teams, as well as with the trading strategy developers to: source and cleanse data, develop and maintain data pipelines as required by quant research and trading assist with researching trading opportunities by extracting information...

  • Lead Data Analyst

    Found in: Talent IE C2 - 3 weeks ago

    Dublin, Ireland Playrix Full time

    Lead Data Analyst (Cross-Project) Playrix is one of the most successful companies in the world in the development of mobile games. In terms of revenue, we rank in the top 3 globally and are the leaders in revenue among all mobile applications in EMEA. Every employee in the company possesses outstanding skills and expertise in their respective fields,...

  • Quantitative Analyst

    Found in: beBee S IE - 1 day ago

    Dublin, Ireland Allied Irish Bank Full time

    Role: Quantitative Analyst - Model ValidationLocation: AIB Group, Molesworth Street, Dublin (Model Validation is currently working on a hybrid basis with a set 2 days per week in the office)Are you an analyst with more than one year's experience who is seeking to progress in their career? Are you interested in how data and analytics can help us to back our...

  • Reporting Analyst

    Found in: Talent IE 2A C2 - 1 week ago

    Dublin, Ireland Spot Recruitment Full time

    Position:Investment Oversight / Reporting Analyst Location:Dublin, Ireland. Start Date:Immediate Company Description Our client is a leading global investment firm with an investment portfolio across multiple asset classes. The company is scaling its client reporting & strategy team. Position Description This is a full-time position. You will provide...

  • Quantitative Trader

    Found in: Talent IE C2 - 3 weeks ago

    Dublin, Ireland Virtu Financial Full time

    Virtu is a leading financial firm that leverages cutting edge technology to deliver liquidity to the global markets and innovative, transparent trading solutions to our clients. As a market maker, Virtu provides deep liquidity that helps to create more efficient markets around the world. Our market structure expertise, broad diversification, and execution...

  • Quantitative Analyst

    Found in: Talent IE C2 - 5 days ago

    Dublin, Ireland Allied Irish Bank Full time

    Role: Quantitative Analyst – Model Validation Location: AIB Group, Molesworth Street, Dublin (Model Validation is currently working on a hybrid basis with a set 2 days per week in the office) Are you an analyst with more than one year’s experience who is seeking to progress in their career? Are you interested in how data and analytics can help us to...

  • Senior Quantitative Risk Analyst, Model Validation, Dublin

    Found in: Talent IE C2 - 3 weeks ago

    Dublin, Ireland Allied Irish Bank Full time

    Role: Senior Quantitative Analyst – Model ValidationLocation: AIB Group, Molesworth Street, Dublin (Model Validation is currently working on a hybrid basis with a set 2 days per week in the office) Are you an experienced analyst who is seeking to progress in their career? Are you interested in how data and analytics can help us to back our customers and...

  • Global Investment Selection Lead

    3 weeks ago

    Dublin, Ireland Cantor Fitzgerald Ireland Ltd Full time

    Elevate your career with Cantor Fitzgerald Global Investment Selection Lead – Dublin Company Overview Cantor Fitzgerald Ireland is part of leading global financial services firm Cantor Fitzgerald. Cantor Fitzgerald has offices and trading desks in all major financial service centres throughout the world. We specialise in equities, Investment Banking,...

  • Quantitative ETF Pricing Analyst

    Found in: Talent IE C2 - 3 weeks ago

    Dublin, Ireland Virtu Financial Full time

    Virtu is a leading financial firm that leverages cutting edge technology to deliver liquidity to the global markets and innovative, transparent trading solutions to our clients. As a market maker, Virtu provides deep liquidity that helps to create more efficient markets around the world. Our market structure expertise, broad diversification and execution...

  • Senior Quantitative Risk Analyst, Model Validation, Dublin

    Found in: beBee jobs IE - 2 weeks ago

    Dublin, Dublin City, Ireland Allied Irish Bank Full time

    Role: SeniorQuantitative Analyst - Model ValidationLocation: AIB Group, Molesworth Street, Dublin (Model Validation is currently working on a hybrid basis with a set 2 days per week in the office)Are you an experienced analyst who is seeking to progress in their career? Are you interested in how data and analytics can help us to back our customers and ensure...