Junior Analyst - Sports Betting Integrity

Sports Integrity
Full Time
Officer
Published on 13/01/2025
Hybrid

Job Description

Overview

Position Title: Junior Analyst – Sports Betting Integrity

Department: Compliance & Player Protection

Reports to: Senior Executive – Sports Betting Integrity

Job Purpose

As a Junior Analyst within the Sports Betting Integrity Team, the candidate will be responsible for assisting in the analysis of cases of betting-related manipulation of sports competitions, managing communication and data-sharing procedures with stakeholders, and representing the MGA on all matters related to sports betting integrity.

Key Accountabilities/Key Activities:

• Assist in the analysis of cases relating to the manipulation of sports competitions;

• Act as a point of liaison amongst the MGA and betting monitoring bodies, regulators, operators, sporting associations, the national platform, integrity bodies and law enforcement about sports integrity;

• To keep record and perform analysis of all statistics pertinent to the day-to-day doings of the Sports Betting Integrity team;

• Assist in the development of training programmes or outreach initiatives related to sports betting integrity and related fields;

• Represent the MGA in meetings, panels, and public speaking engagements relating to sports betting integrity both locally and abroad;

• To keep abreast with policy and regulatory developments especially those affecting the sports integrity and sports betting sphere;

• Providing evidence to law enforcement and the courts as necessary;

• Assisting other teams and departments as necessary;

• Carrying out any other duties/tasks as may be instructed from time to time by Management.

Technical/Professional Expertise:

• In possession of a Degree (MQF Level 6 or equivalent) in areas relating to the role. Candidates with Diploma Level (MQF Level 5 or equivalent) will be considered if in possession of at least 2 years related experience;

• Possession of or willingness to pursue further studies relating to the role;

• Experience in the gaming and/or sport integrity industry shall be considered an asset;

• Be capable of working within a team and managing multiple engagements;

• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced and changing environment;

• Have an analytical mindset;

• Ability to identify, organise and present findings and recommendations in a concise manner (both verbal and written);

• Be highly motivated, well-presented and with good communication skills; and

• Takes ownership and actions.