Data & Strategy Operations Specialist

<h3><strong><span style="color:#01A768">Hey there, Future Data &amp; Strategy Operations Specialist @ Better Collective! 👋</span></strong></h3><p><span style="color:#000000">Our mission is to be the world’s leading digital sports media company, making sports entertainment more engaging and transparent for fans worldwide.</span></p><p><span style="color:#000000">Better Collective is the team behind industry-leading sports and betting media brands such as </span><strong><span style="color:#000000">Action Network, HLTV, RotoGrinders, The Nation Network, BolaVIP, and Playmaker</span></strong><span style="color:#000000">, reaching </span><strong><span style="color:#000000">400M+ monthly visits</span></strong><span style="color:#000000"> across digital, social, mobile, and CTV platforms.<br></span></p><p><span style="color:#000000">With </span><strong><span style="color:#000000">FanReach</span></strong><span style="color:#000000"> at the core of our audience strategy, we’re transforming first-party data into a powerful monetization engine for advertisers. We connect high-intent sports fans with performance-focused brands through advanced data, contextual targeting, and scalable audience solutions.<br></span></p><p><span style="color:#000000">We’re now looking for a </span><strong><span style="color:#000000">Data &amp; Strategy Operations Specialist</span></strong><span style="color:#000000"> to help </span><strong><span style="color:#000000">stand up, implement, and operationalize</span></strong><span style="color:#000000"> our Data Management Platform (DMP) and contextual targeting solutions from the ground up.<br></span></p><p><span style="color:#000000">This is a </span><strong><span style="color:#000000">high-impact individual contributor role</span></strong><span style="color:#000000">, ideal for someone who thrives in ambiguity, enjoys building systems from scratch, and knows how to turn complex data into commercial outcomes.<br></span></p><p><span style="color:#000000">You’ll report directly to </span><strong><span style="color:#000000">Alex Payne</span></strong><span style="color:#000000"> and work closely with Commercial, Product, Tech, and Data partners across regions.<br></span></p><h4><strong><span style="color:#01A768">This role is for you if…</span></strong></h4><p><span style="color:#000000">You’re a builder at heart. You’ve helped implement or operate a DMP, CDP, or audience data solution before, and you’re excited by the challenge of taking something from zero to one.</span></p><p><span style="color:#000000">You’re equally comfortable going deep into technical details and stepping back to think strategically about monetization, scale, and market impact. You can work independently, but you know when and how to collaborate to move things forward.</span></p><p><span style="color:#000000">Sports experience is a plus, curiosity, ownership, and execution mindset are essential.<br></span></p><h4><strong><span style="color:#01A768">How You’ll Make an Impact</span></strong></h4><ul><li><p><span style="color:#000000">Here are some of the ways you’ll contribute to our mission:</span></p></li><li><p><span style="color:#000000">Own the day-to-day operation, maintenance, and optimization of Better Collective’s DMP and contextual targeting solutions.</span></p></li><li><p><span style="color:#000000">Act as the primary point of contact with our DMP vendor and the internal go-to expert for audience data capabilities.</span></p></li><li><p><span style="color:#000000">Build, analyze, and scale audience segments using first-party, contextual, and partner data.</span></p></li><li><p><span style="color:#000000">Profile and segment advertising inventory to ensure scale, brand suitability, and commercial viability.</span></p></li><li><p><span style="color:#000000">Collaborate with data providers and aggregators to strengthen and expand our data offering.</span></p></li><li><p><span style="color:#000000">Work closely with Sales, RevOps, Media Planning, and Account Management teams to support data-driven media sales.</span></p></li><li><p><span style="color:#000000">Help translate data and platform capabilities into clear commercial insights for internal stakeholders.</span></p></li><li><p><span style="color:#000000">Support FanReach product development by providing actionable insights and operational feedback.</span></p></li><li><p><span style="color:#000000">Ensure data practices align with privacy and compliance standards (GDPR, CCPA, etc.).<br></span></p></li></ul><h4><strong><span style="color:#01A768">The Ideal Profile: Is This You?</span></strong></h4><ul><li><p><strong><span style="color:#121317">5+ years of experience in Data Operations / RevOps</span></strong><span style="color:#121317">, specifically within a </span><strong><span style="color:#121317">Publisher, Media House, or AdTech Sell-Side environment</span></strong><span style="color:#121317"> (Manager / Senior level).</span></p></li><li><p><strong><span style="color:#121317">Mandatory, hands-on experience operating a DMP (Data Management Platform)</span></strong><span style="color:#121317">—including audience segmentation, taxonomy creation, and activation to power ad inventory and sales.</span></p></li><li><p><strong><span style="color:#121317">Strong balance of technical data proficiency and commercial revenue strategy</span></strong><span style="color:#121317">—able to translate complex data infrastructure into actionable, monetization-driven insights for Sales and RevOps teams.</span></p></li><li><p><span style="color:#121317">Proven understanding of first-party data, identity resolution, contextual targeting, and brand suitability frameworks across digital ad channels.</span></p></li><li><p><span style="color:#121317">Strong communication skills with the ability to bridge the gap between technical data engineers and commercial stakeholders.</span></p></li><li><p><span style="color:#121317">Comfortable working independently in an individual contributor (IC) role, owning end-to-end outcomes in fast-paced environments.</span><span style="color:#000000"><br></span></p></li></ul><h4><strong><span style="color:#01A768">Nice-to-haves</span></strong></h4><ul><li><p><span style="color:#000000">Experience in sports media, iGaming, or performance advertising.</span></p></li><li><p><span style="color:#000000">Global or multi-market experience (US, LATAM, EMEA).</span></p></li><li><p><span style="color:#000000">Familiarity with programmatic, direct sales, and data licensing models.</span></p></li><li><p><span style="color:#000000">Experience working with Google Ad Manager (GAM), with a solid understanding of analytics and the ability to apply data insights (e.g., Google Analytics, campaign and performance metrics) to inform strategy and decision-making.<br></span></p></li></ul><h4><strong><span style="color:#01A768">Meet Your Manager &amp; Team</span></strong></h4><p><span style="color:#000000">You’ll report to </span><strong><span style="color:#000000">Alex Payne</span></strong><span style="color:#000000">, a strategic leader focused on building scalable, data-driven commercial products. Alex values ownership, clarity, and collaboration, and will partner closely with you while giving you the autonomy to build and execute.</span></p><p><span style="color:#000000">You’ll also collaborate with Commercial leadership, Product, Tech, and Data teams across regions.<br></span></p><h4><strong><span style="color:#01A768">Your Growth &amp; Our Culture</span></strong></h4><ul><li><p><strong><span style="color:#000000">Collaborative environment</span></strong><span style="color:#000000"> with open communication and trust.</span></p></li><li><p><strong><span style="color:#000000">Global exposure</span></strong><span style="color:#000000">, working with teams across regions and markets.</span></p></li><li><p><strong><span style="color:#000000">Real ownership &amp; impact</span></strong><span style="color:#000000">: your work directly shapes how the brand shows up every day.</span></p></li><li><p><strong><span style="color:#000000">Room to grow</span></strong><span style="color:#000000">, with support for learning and new challenges.</span></p></li><li><p><strong><span style="color:#000000">Balance &amp; flexibility</span></strong><span style="color:#000000">, whenever possible.</span></p></li><li><p><span style="color:#000000">A culture that’s informal, supportive, and fun, expect memes, good coffee, and lively Slack channels.<br></span></p></li></ul><h4><strong><span style="color:#01A768">Ready to Join?</span></strong></h4><p><span style="color:#000000">We’re excited to learn more about you!<br></span></p><h4><strong><span style="color:#01A768">Our Interview Process:</span></strong></h4><ol><li><p><span style="color:#000000">Application review by our People team</span></p></li><li><p><span style="color:#000000">Intro interview with Talent / People</span></p></li><li><p><span style="color:#000000">Interview with the Hiring Manager </span></p></li><li><p><span style="color:#000000">Final conversation</span></p></li><li><p><span style="color:#000000">Offer &amp; reference checks</span></p></li></ol><p><span style="color:#000000">Our process may vary slightly by role or location, but we’ll keep you informed at every step.</span></p><p style="min-height: 1.7em;"></p> <br> <p>Find more <a href="https://www.arbeitnow.co.uk/english-speaking-jobs">English Speaking Jobs in United Kingdom</a> on Arbeitnow</a>