Junior Pre-match Trader – Esports (m/f/x)

TLDR

Contribute to the delivery of a high-quality esports betting product while supporting pre-match markets and growing into a professional trader in a dynamic environment.

  • Are you passionate about esports and follow tournaments and teams closely?

  • Do you want to build a career in esports trading?

  • Do you enjoy problem-solving and learning new skills in a fast-paced environment?

If the answers to the above questions are yes, then this role could be ideal for you!

About the role

We’re looking for a Junior Prematch Trader with a numerical mindset and a genuine interest in esports.

This role sits within the Pre-Event Esports Trading team, contributing to the delivery of a high-quality, competitive betting product and a best-in-class experience for our partners and their end users. As a B2B provider, precision, consistency, and scalability are key — and you will play a role in supporting that foundation

You’ll support the setup and management of pre-match markets across key esports titles such as CS2, League of Legends, and Dota 2, learning how pricing is built and structured before matches start.

This is an entry-level role and a strong starting point for someone who enjoys working with numbers, follows competitive esports, and wants to develop into a professional trader.

Requirements

What you will do 

  • Compile odds and support pre-match pricing for assigned esports titles and tournaments

  • Trade esports events and monitor liabilities to ensure risk is mitigated

  • Support planning of tournament coverage, ensuring key events and markets are prepared in line with company standards

  • Assist in managing coverage calendars across titles to guarantee consistency and completeness of the betting offer

  • Respond to customer queries related to esports markets in a timely and professional manner

  • Learn risk management principles and trading tools

  • Monitor and trade pre-match as well as live esports matches

  • Collaborate with the technical and product teams to improve workflow

  • Feedback on models, pricing and industry trends to relevant stakeholders

  • Contributing in discussions on Game Titles with special interest/knowledge

Your skills will include

  • Numerically minded with basic probability awareness

  • Good knowledge of LoL/Dota2, CS2 or other MOBA titles

  • Analytical mindset with strong attention to detail

  • Reliability and proactive approach

  • Flexible availability to cover global esports schedules

  • Upper-intermediate level of English or higher (B2+)

  • Team player as well as a self-starter

Nice to have

  • Any exposure to sports or esports betting

  • Strong Excel skills are a big plus

GRID eSports develops the GRID Data Platform tailored for the esports and gaming sector, providing detailed in-game and play-by-play data. We support game developers and tournament organizers in maximizing their data assets to boost storytelling, enhance fan engagement, and maintain integrity in the competitive landscape.

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