Operations Project Lead
21 hours ago
London
Company description Overview Stats Perform is the market leader in sports tech. We provide the most trusted sports data to some of the world's biggest organizations, across sports, media, and broadcasting. Through the latest AI technologies and machine learning, we combine decades' worth of data with the latest in-game happenings. We then offer coaches, teams, professional bodies, and media channels around the world, access to the very best data, content, and insights. In turn, improving how sports fans interact with their favorite sports teams and competitions. How do we add value? Media outlets add a little magic to their coverage with our stats and graphics packages. Sportsbooks can offer better predictions and more accurate odds. The world's top coaches are known to use our data to make critical team decisions. Sports commentators can engage with fans on a deeper level, using our stories and insights. Anywhere you find sport, Stats Perform is there. However, data and tech are only half of the package. We need great people to fuel the engine. We succeeded thanks to a team of amazing people. They spend their days collecting, analyzing, and interpreting data from a wide range of live sporting events. If you combine this real-time data with our 40-year-old archives, elite journalists, camera operators, copywriters, the latest in AI wizardry, and a host of 'behind the scenes' support staff, you've got all the ingredients to make it a magical experience! Job description Responsibilities: Evaluate, plan, lead, and oversee all data anti-piracy testing and related operations. This includes detailed coordination and participation with internal data collection operations working across multiple global time zones. Collect, record, preserve, organize, and document all data piracy testing operations, and assist with evidence preparation for use in connection with potential civil litigation, regulatory complaints, and criminal prosecutions. Analyse and evaluate improved methodologies for tracking, recording, and documenting data piracy. This role will report into a member of the Legal team, and will require collaboration with internal IT, Products, Data Collections, and Sales teams, as well as legal counsel, law enforcement, business partners, and industry peers. Prepare comprehensive data summaries with piracy testing results and related video recordings, as well as summary reports, internal presentations, and other documentation as needed to support legal enforcement efforts. Stay current with technology developments related to data-scraping and other forms of piracy, including methods to track and combat piracy. Required profile Required Qualifications: A minimum of 3 years of experience in an operations role, including experience dealing with the various forms of digital data piracy and data-scraping. Preference will be given to candidates with experience in the sports data industry, including related experience with global sports media and/or sports betting market operations. A working knowledge of operations related to cloud-based data collection and streaming platforms, data delivery technologies (especially Restful APIs), and data-scraping means and methods. Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Strong analytical skills, curiosity, and persistence to plan and oversee complex data projects targeting piracy operations. Ability to analyse and interpret data endpoints, as well as unexpected spikes in data requests and usage. Excellent written and verbal communication skills to clearly convey findings to technical and non-technical stakeholders. A fundamental understanding of data delivery and data usage in the global sports media and sports betting markets is desired. A working understanding of and interest in AI platforms and their emerging capabilities for potential use in connection with anti-piracy testing operations is also desired. Strong analytical skills, critical thinking, curiosity, and persistence to pursue complex leads. A high degree of professionalism, discretion, and good judgment. Flexible ability to supervise colleagues and matters across varied time zones and work cross-functionally with others in a global setting. This role offers a unique opportunity to combine operational skills with a passion for cutting edge sports data technology platforms, while directly contributing to the protection of a valuable and unique data ecosystem. What we offer Why work at Stats Perform? We love sports, but we love diverse thinking more! We know that diversity brings creativity, so we invite people from all backgrounds to join us. At Stats Perform you can make a difference, by using your skills and experience every day, you'll feel valued and respected for your contribution. We take care of our colleagues We like happy and healthy colleagues. You will benefit from things like Mental Health Days Off, No Meeting Fridays, and flexible working schedules. We pull together to build a better workplace and world for all. We encourage employees to take part in charitable activities, utilize their 2 days of Volunteering Time Off, support our environmental efforts, and be actively involved in Employee Resource Groups. Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at Stats Perform By joining Stats Perform, you'll be part of a team that celebrates diversity. A team that is dedicated to creating an inclusive atmosphere where everyone feels valued and welcome. All employees are collectively responsible for developing and maintaining an inclusive environment. That is why our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion goals underpin our core values. With increased diversity comes increased innovation and creativity. Ensuring we're best placed to serve our clients and communities. Stats Perform is committed to seeking diversity, equity, and inclusion in all we do. TPBN1_UKTJ