Neo Group is a Malta-based startup established in 2024, built on over 15 years of veteran experience in the iGaming industry. Despite our startup spirit, our team brings a wealth of expertise gained through years of collaboration with industry leaders. With a network of 1,400 talented professionals across 10+ countries, we are committed to delivering innovative, data-driven solutions that empower our clients and foster professional growth within a dynamic and collaborative workplace.
We are hiring a Senior Sports Data Analyst on behalf of our partner in Latvia.
Role Overview:As the Senior Sports Data Analyst, you will be responsible for monitoring betting activity in real time to protect the sportsbook from harmful exposure while ensuring a fair and safe betting environment for customers. The right candidate will understand that effective risk management is essential to sportsbook profitability and will take that responsibility seriously, balancing sharp analytical judgment with the ability to act decisively under pressure, while also supporting and guiding junior team members.
Responsibilities:
- Monitor real-time betting activity to identify sharp players, syndicates, and suspicious patterns.
- Analyze customer behavior to detect arbitrage, value betting, bonus abuse and other risk patterns.
- Set and maintain customer risk profiles based on betting patterns, profitability, and activity trends.
- Set and adjust stake limits to control exposure and protect sportsbook profitability.
- Manage risk across events, markets, and customer segments during live operations.
- Escalate integrity concerns and high-risk activity to the management.
- Collaborate with Trading, Payment Fraud, and CS teams to enforce risk management strategies.
- Work closely with VIP and CRM teams to monitor high-value customers.
- Utilize in-house tools to flag dangerous bets and maintain a safe betting environment.
- Operate independently within a shift-based team, including evenings, nights, and weekends.
- Support junior analysts when they require assistance.
- Remain flexible and support any other tasks needed to maintain a stable and effective sportsbook operation.
- Escalate and report problems that prohibit performing daily tasks.
- Provide feedback and present improvements to the sportsbook platform.
Requirements
- Passion for Sports.
- Knowledge of pre-match and/or live trading will be considered as an advantage.
- Language proficiency in Latvian & English.
- Able to multitask and work under pressure.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving ability.
- Strong numerical and mathematical skills.
- Able to work flexible schedules including nights, weekends and public holidays.
- Team player as well as a self-starter.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Skills Required
- Passion for Sports
- Knowledge of pre-match and/or live trading
- Language proficiency in Latvian & English
- Able to multitask and work under pressure
- Strong analytical and problem-solving ability
- Strong numerical and mathematical skills
- Able to work flexible schedules including nights, weekends and public holidays
- Team player as well as a self-starter
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Neo Group Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — Feedback suggests on-site meals, gym access, and wellness activities (e.g., Zumba/Padel), plus occasional stipends/refunds and frequent social events enhance day-to-day experience. Office amenities in Malta (e.g., complimentary breakfast and lunch, yoga, wellness refund) are particularly visible.
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Healthcare Strength — Job posts indicate comprehensive/private medical insurance is offered in several locations. Malta roles reference health insurance after probation, signaling baseline coverage even if timing varies.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Examples include 20–25 paid vacation days, an extra paid birthday day, and additional “health days” in some markets. These entitlements appear in role-specific ads, with counts differing by location.
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What We Do
Neo Group encompasses a portfolio of companies offering B2B services in marketing, technology, data analysis, customer support, HR, and compliance. Headquartered in Malta, our teams are strategically located across Europe, Southeast Asia, and Africa. Our mission at Neo Group is straightforward: to drive profitability and expansion in every market we enter. Yet, beyond financial goals, we prioritize creating an environment where individuals thrive. We aim to expand our presence globally while empowering our team members to reach their fullest potential.
