Betting Risk Analyst

Location
Durban
Workplace
On-site

About this role

Qualifications

Being a part of the Hollywoodbets Purple Team is an opportunity to become a part of one of South Africa’s biggest success stories. From humble beginnings in Durban, Hollywoodbets has grown into a powerhouse brand operating across Africa and the United Kingdom. And that’s just the beginning. Our talented Team is on a mission to increase our global footprint, ready to take on any challenge because at Hollywoodbets, not even the sky is the limit. Join our Team and let’s reach for the stars.

We have amazing opportunities for x5 Betting Risk Analysts to be based in Durban, Kwa-Zulu Natal. Do you think you have what it takes to be our newest Purple Star?

The successful candidate will be responsible for identifying and mitigating potential business risks relating to the resulting and odd creation of sport and horse racing events and to select a sample of test data and test the validity and accuracy of the data.

With Hollywoodbets You Will:

Innovate and create as part of a like-minded, authentic Team eager to achieve goals.

Embrace challenges and the thrill of working in a vibrant and fast-paced industry.

Grow with our development plans and culture that allows you to further your career.

You Bring:

  • Computer literate
  • Strong understanding of Horseracing and Sports bookmaking
  • 1-2 years of auditing or bookmaking experience

A Bonus To Have:

  • Completed or studying towards a diploma/degree, majoring in accounting or auditing.
  • Valid driver’s license

What You’ll Do For The Brand:

  • Validate a sample of manually resulted events daily.
  • Validate a sample of manually cancelled events daily.
  • Monitor and scrutinize all betting risk reports to identify possible fraud.
  • Investigate any possible fraud and conclude accordingly.
  • Remain up to date with all the betting software updates and related risks.
  • Monitor and audit event creation, pricing and results.
  • Assist with operational procedure enhancement across all betting functions.
  • To continuously look for new methods to mitigate company risk.
  • To remain completely independent and adhere to the confidentiality of the role.

So, are you ready to level up, learn, and perform at your best? Apply now!

Please be advised that should you not be contacted within 30 days, kindly consider your application to be unsuccessful.


Hollywoodbets is a sports and entertainment betting operator that was born and bred in Durban, South Africa. Whether you’re in one of our upmarket retail branches or online, our customers can conveniently place bets in style anytime, anywhere.  

We’re proud to partner with local and international legends, from the Hollywoodbets Sharks and Brentford FC to iconic events like the Hollywoodbets Durban July. Being part of our Purple Team means being part of something bigger.

At Hollywoodbets, every day is a chance to learn, grow, and make an impact. We move fast, think big, and work together to turn bold ideas into reality. With passion, creativity, and a shared purpose, we bring our Purple Spirit to everything we do.

The opportunities here are endless. If you’re driven, curious, agile and ready to level up, there’s no limit to how far you can go with the Purple Team!

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Top Benefits

  • Career development plans
  • Professional growth opportunities