Associate Sportsbook Trader in Canada Creek, Nova Scotia at Jobgether
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Job Description
This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Associate Sportsbook Trader based in Canada.
This is an entry-level trading role within a high-performance sportsbook environment, focused on supporting the pricing, setup, and monitoring of pre-game betting markets across major North American sports. You will play a key part in ensuring accurate, competitive, and reliable odds while learning the fundamentals of trading strategy, risk management, and market behavior. Working closely with experienced traders, you will gain exposure to live commercial decision-making and the operational mechanics behind sportsbook performance. The role sits at the intersection of analytics, sports knowledge, and fast-paced execution. You will contribute to maintaining market integrity while supporting promotional and event-driven betting activity. This is an ideal opportunity for someone looking to build a long-term career in sports trading within a data-driven, real-time environment.
You will support the execution and maintenance of pre-game sportsbook markets, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and operational reliability across assigned sports. Working under the guidance of senior traders, you will assist in pricing activities, market setup, and ongoing monitoring of betting lines and performance indicators.
- Assist in compiling and setting pre-game odds and sportsbook market pricing across key North American sports
- Support the creation, monitoring, and maintenance of betting markets and promotional offerings
- Ensure accuracy, integrity, and consistency of pricing data across assigned leagues and events
- Monitor competitor pricing, market movements, and industry trends to support trading decisions
- Track key performance indicators such as handle, margins, hold %, and market efficiency metrics
- Assist with reporting tasks and basic performance analysis to support trading insights
- Identify and escalate pricing anomalies, operational issues, or tooling concerns in a timely manner
- Support daily operational workflows related to market setup, updates, and validation
- Contribute to continuous improvement of trading processes and team communication standards
- Develop foundational knowledge of sportsbook trading principles, tools, and risk frameworks
You bring strong curiosity, analytical thinking, and a willingness to learn the fundamentals of sportsbook trading in a fast-paced, data-driven environment. You are detail-oriented, disciplined, and comfortable working with structured processes while developing your understanding of sports markets and betting behavior.
- 1–3 years of experience in sports betting, trading support, analytics, operations, or a related field (or strong equivalent experience/interest)
- Strong passion for sports, particularly North American leagues (NFL, NBA, MLB, NHL, MMA)
- Basic understanding of betting markets, odds structures, and sportsbook operations is an asset
- Comfortable working with data, spreadsheets, and operational tools for tracking and reporting
- Strong attention to detail with the ability to maintain accuracy under time-sensitive conditions
- Clear communicator who can collaborate effectively within a trading or operations team
- Ability to follow structured processes while quickly learning new tools and concepts
- Analytical mindset with curiosity about pricing, probability, and market behavior
- Comfortable working in a fast-moving environment where priorities can shift quickly
- Interest in developing a long-term career in sports trading, analytics, or gaming operations
- Competitive entry-level salary (CA$53,000–$60,000) with performance-based growth potential
- Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and vision coverage
- Paid time off and flexible work arrangements (remote-friendly role)
- Education and professional development support, including training and conference reimbursements
- Exposure to high-performance sportsbook trading and real-time market environments
- Collaborative, fast-paced team culture focused on learning and growth
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