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.