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Assistant Manager, Player Development

Role overview

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in a related field or relevant experience
  • 4 years of experience in Marketing and Sales focused on relationship building, retention, and growth
  • At least 1 year of experience managing a sales team
  • Must be able to obtain and maintain required State Gaming Licenses

Responsibilities

  • Drive key VIP sales metrics, contributing to customer engagement and revenue
  • Contribute to process and compliance initiatives that improve operations and service
  • Work closely with Analytics teams to monitor reinvestment programs
  • Develop and implement sales training programs across the VIP team

Key facts

  • Remote from: United States
  • Full time
  • Mid-level (2-5 years)
  • 88 - 111K yearly
  • English

Hard skills

Other skills

  • Analytical Skills
  • Coaching
  • Relationship Building
  • Problem Solving
  • Communication
  • Teamwork

About the company

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DraftKings

Sports Betting & iGaming

DraftKings Inc. is a digital sports entertainment and gaming company created to fuel the competitive spirit of sports fans with products that range across daily fantasy, regulated gaming and digital media. Headquartered in Boston, and launched in 2012 by Jason Robins, Matt Kalish and Paul Liberman, DraftKings is the only U.S.-based vertically integrated sports betting operator. DraftKings is a multi-channel provider of sports betting and gaming technologies, powering sports and gaming entertainment for operators in 17 countries. DraftKings’ Sportsbook is live with mobile and/or retail betting operations in the United States pursuant to regulations in Arizona, Colorado, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Michigan, Mississippi, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Virginia, West Virginia, and Wyoming. DraftKings’ daily fantasy sports product is available in 7 countries internationally with 15 distinct sports categories. DraftKings is the official daily fantasy partner of the NFL, MLB, NASCAR, PGA TOUR and UFC as well as an authorized gaming operator of the NBA and MLB, an official sports betting partner of the NFL, an official betting operator of PGA TOUR and the official betting operator of UFC. Launched in August 2021, DraftKings Marketplace is a digital collectibles ecosystem designed for mainstream accessibility that offers curated NFT drops and supports secondary-market transactions. DraftKings also owns Vegas Sports Information Network, Inc. (VSiN), a multi-platform broadcast and content company.

Company details

Company typeLarge
IndustrySports Betting & iGaming
Company size1001 - 5000

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Job description

At DraftKings, AI is becoming an integral part of both our present and future, powering how work gets done today, guiding smarter decisions, and sparking bold ideas. It’s transforming how we enhance customer experiences, streamline operations, and unlock new possibilities. Our teams are energized by innovation and readily embrace emerging technology. We’re not waiting for the future to arrive. We’re shaping it, one bold step at a time. To those who see AI as a driver of progress, come build the future together.

The Crown Is Yours

Lead and grow our VIP team in a highly competitive market. As an Assistant Manager of Player Development, you will manage a team of VIP Hosts, drive revenue and metrics through strategic sales, and elevate the service we provide to new and existing customers. You’ll work closely with other internal teams to execute our vision at the highest level and deliver the best player experience.

What you’ll do as an Assistant Manager, Player Development

  • Drive key VIP sales metrics, contributing to customer engagement, market share, and net revenue while maintaining and enhancing relations with existing customers.

  • Contribute to process and compliance initiatives that improve operations, efficiency, and service and provide coaching to improve team performance.

  • Work closely with Analytics teams to monitor reinvestment programs including comps and other earned or reward incentives.

  • Develop and implement sales training programs across the VIP team.

  • Participate in the escalation process and work with customers and other internal teams to provide a timely resolution.

  • Manage a high-performing team through coaching, actionable feedback, and a solutions-oriented approach.

What you'll bring

  • Bachelor’s degree in a related field or relevant experience with 4 years of experience in Marketing and Sales, specifically as it relates to relationship building, retention, and growth. 

  • At least 1 year of experience managing a sales team through effective communication, coaching, and performance management. 

  • Passion for improving the player experience, problem-solving, and promoting positivity amongst the team.

  • Demonstrated success in identifying and implementing strategies that improve operational efficiency and increase revenues while controlling expenses.

  • Must be able to obtain and maintain required State Gaming Licenses. 

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Join Our Team

We’re a publicly traded (NASDAQ: DKNG) technology company headquartered in Boston. As a regulated gaming company, you may be required to obtain a gaming license issued by the appropriate state agency as a condition of employment. Don’t worry, we’ll guide you through the process if this is relevant to your role.

The US base salary range for this full-time position is 88,400.00 USD - 110,500.00 USD, plus bonus, equity, and benefits as applicable. Our ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The compensation information displayed on each job posting reflects the range for new hire pay rates for the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific pay range and how that was determined during the hiring process. It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

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