Statistics Jobs in Australia:
2009 October - December
Michelle Blinder, 16 Nov 2009
Research Analyst
Centrebet
Centrebet is Australia’s leading global sports and racing bookmaker with a portfolio of sports and betting propositions unmatched by its competitors. We are looking for a motivated individual to assist us with the analysis of betting and customer data, management of projects, product development and other operational tasks.
This position is likely to suit a recent graduate who is keen to learn more about the Wagering industry, and will provide analytical support for the Wagering team. They will work on providing well presented operational reports and analyses, ensuring they are accurate and timely. They will also assist, from time to time, in the development of new wagering products.
Key Responsibilities / Accountabilities:
Assist in the development and maintenance of performance measuring systems to ensure accurate reporting of business performance
Provide intelligent and insightful analysis that drives decision making
Assist in the development and management of analytics tools for the bookmakers and other key wagering staff members
Assisting in the design, development and maintenance of new wagering products
Compile reports and presentations
Project work with operational teams
General operational duties
Requirements:
Excellent working knowledge of Excel including pivot tables, macros and VBA for Excel
Proficient with Microsoft Word, PowerPoint and Access
Proficient with SAS 9.1 or 9.2 and/or SAS Enterprise Guide
Strong wagering and sporting knowledge
High level of logical and analytical skills
High level of attention to detail
Business, Maths or Statistics degree
Good communicator and team player
Desirable:
Exposure to statistical programming languages (R or S)
Exposure to advanced statistical topics such as Bayesian statistics or generalized regression models
A good understanding of the global wagering marketplace
This role offers an exciting and challenging opportunity for a person looking for a career within the Wagering industry.
Applications can be forwarded in confidence to:
jobs@centrebet.com.au
This position is filled. 8th Dec 2009.