Technical Team Leader - Regulatory Data in Stoke-on-Trent

As a Regulatory Data Team Leader, you will lead a cross‐functional team in the delivery of regulatory reporting software solutions. The Data Engineering department is responsible for writing software and reporting systems to communicate jurisdiction‐specific information to international regulators. They are developed to high standards, tuned for performance and reliability with low tolerances for error.

We're using an architecture that includes high‐throughput, database‐centric distributed applications, that supports batch reporting, integrates with SOAP and REST APIs, and features Windows and web services, as well as web applications. You will be responsible for ensuring the team's output meets stringent regulatory reporting requirements while upholding high standards of technical design. This role is eligible for inclusion in the Company's hybrid working policy.

Qualifications

• Strong experience with GCP and BigQuery, demonstrating a deep understanding of cloud architecture.
• Experience working with various AI tools to enhance workflows and processes, demonstrating a practical application of AI in projects.
• Experience of leading a geographically distributed software delivery team.
• Highly organised and adaptable; adept at prioritisation, delivery, and driving efficiency in a high‐throughput and fast‐paced environment.
• Maintain a positive outlook whilst adapting to rapidly changing requirements.
• Experience of driving collaboration across key stakeholders to ensure requirements are clarified, solution designs are produced and implemented within the required timeframes.
• Start up mindset with excellent communication and interpersonal skills that inspire and motivate teams.
• Experience in the design and implementation of software solutions within a cloud architecture would be advantageous.
• Experience of working within a regulatory or commercial gambling environment.
• Commercial database development experience coupled with optimisation skills, using SQL Server 2014 or later, T‐SQL, or BigQuery and GoogleSQL.

Additional Information

• Managing team performance; providing mentoring and coaching and supporting development goals.
• Supporting the technical lead and the team in adopting AI solutions to enhance workflows and reporting capabilities.
• Ensuring governance is in place so that the output of the team meets regulatory reporting requirements whilst adhering to best design practices.
• Owning the delivery of reporting solutions to meet regulatory requirements.
• Collaborating with the Finance and Compliance departments and other stakeholders as necessary to prioritise the delivery of work.
• Overseeing risks, issues, and external team dependencies through to completion.
• Identifying and implementing improvements to working practices, processes, and deliverables to support the efficient delivery of high‐quality software.
• Encouraging a collaborative, respectful, and supportive working environment.
• Providing management with status updates of team deliveries and activities, and escalating issues that risk the timely delivery of project milestones.
• Gaining an understanding of the existing regulatory reporting systems; both the regulatory requirements and the interpretations which have been implemented.

At bet365, we're committed to creating an environment where everyone feels welcome, respected and valued. Where all individuals can grow and develop, regardless of their background. We're Never Ordinary, and we're always striving to be better. If you need any adjustments or accommodations to the recruitment process, at either application or interview, please don't hesitate to reach out.