Data Operator

At Smartodds, we are passionate about sport and data! Based in North London, we specialise in providing in-depth research and analysis on numerous sporting events all over the globe and producing world-class bespoke software platforms. We take pride in our dynamic and collaborative employee culture, which is deeply rooted in our core values of Boldness, Open-mindedness, Ownership, and Togetherness. This foundation not only drives our success but also fosters a rewarding and supportive environment for our team.   

We now have an exciting new opportunity to join our team as a Data Operator!  

This role is crucial in ensuring the accuracy and integrity of the sports data that powers our analytics and insights. As a Data Operator, you will provide accurate and timely quality control data checks from the information provided by our sports data providers. This role requires a motivated candidate with good attention to detail and comprehensive knowledge across a variety of sports. 

You will be expected to check the integrity and accuracy of the sports data we receive, correcting issues and adding missing information as well as to map data from our providers to Smartodds datasets. 
 

Key Responsibilities 

• To check the integrity and accuracy of the sports data received from our providers 

• To correct any issues found from the data and add in any missing information 

• To monitor quant reports and flag any issues 

• To map data from our data providers/bookmakers to Smartodds data 

Skills & Experience 

Essential 

• A strong work ethic and excellent attention to detail 

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills 

• Works well under pressure and adheres to strict deadlines 

• Good knowledge of Microsoft Excel 

• Knowledgeable across a broad range of sports 

• Enthusiastic, self-motivated and meticulous 

Preferable 

• Experience and knowledge of SQL 

Additional Requirements 

• Available to work weeknights and weekends as the business requires 
• Hybrid working - a mix of onsite from our office in North London and remote working 

WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT IN RETURN - OUR BENEFITS 

From Day One 

• 30 days holiday (in addition to bank & public holidays) 
• In-house chef 
• In-house masseuse 
• Team sporting events  
• 25% discount on Brentford Football Club merchandise 
• Cycle to work scheme 
• Employee Assistance Programme 
• Interest free travel season ticket loan 
• Offsite trips 

After 3 Months 

• Pension - Employer Contribution starting at 5.5%, and employee starting at 2.5% 
• Income protection – 75% of salary (subject to terms & conditions) 

After Probation 

• Private Medical Insurance - including  coverage of any excess payment 
• Health Cash Plan via Bupa 
• Life Assurance (4 x times earnings at time of death) 
• Enhanced Company Sick Pay 
• A discretionary annual bonus 
   

After 2 Years 

• Increase In Employer Pension to 6% (to a minimum employee contribution of 3%) 
• Enhanced Maternity Pay 
• Enhanced Paternity Pay 
   

After 4 Years 

• Increase In Employer’s Pension to 7% (to a minimum employee contribution of 3.5%) 

Please note that we are not able to offer sponsorship for this position. Applicants must hold a current Right to Work in the UK in order to be considered.