UK Poker Jobs
UK & Ireland Poker Room Operations Analyst – Ireland
| Job Title: | UK & Ireland Poker Room Operations Analyst – Ireland (P01442) |
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| Division: | Poker Room Management |
| Location: | Ireland, England or Isle Of Man |
| Reports to: | UK & Ireland Poker Room Operations Manager |
| Date: | August 2011 |
Job Purpose
The Poker Room Operations Analyst role supports the Poker Room Operations Manager in the day-to-day operations of the PokerStars site as it relates to customers in the UK and Ireland, with an emphasis on the Irish market. The role will work with the Poker Room Management team and various other departments in dealing with operational tasks specific to the UK and Ireland, including escalations from other departments; working on marketing and promotions; promoting live events, tournament schedules, etc.; analyzing trends, player needs and opportunities to help strengthen the company’s presence; all with the ultimate goal of improving market share and player satisfaction in these two key markets.
Key Responsibilities
- Assisting with management of PokerStars’ poker room operations in the UK and Ireland, working to increase market share in these countries, with an emphasis on the Irish market
- Interacting with players in UK and Ireland in order to increase site profile and create customer loyalty
- Creating online tournaments and games for these markets, and assisting with scripting and deployment as necessary
- Creating and implementing improvements to poker room and player relations to increase satisfaction of players and bottom-line profitability
- Working with Marketing team to effectively raise awareness and interest in PokerStars in the UK and Ireland, including at live events such as EPT and UKIPT
- Assisting with the planning and execution of some promotions
- Working with the EPT and UKIPT staff to help evolve these event(s) into some of the largest and best poker tournaments in the world, including travelling to events to interact with players
- Being a champion of poker within the UK and Ireland
- Working with UK and Ireland Team PokerStars Pro and Team Online as necessary to accomplish other goals
- Providing excellent customer service to players
Skills and Capabilities
Essential
- Extensive experience working in the UK and Ireland markets, particularly Ireland
- Excellent knowledge of the UK and Ireland live and online poker community, particularly Ireland
- Good knowledge of the poker industry worldwide
- Good knowledge of the PokerStars game client
- Good knowledge of poker rules, procedures, and best practice
- Excellent communication skills
- Strong Information Technology skills, including good knowledge of the Microsoft Office suite (Word and Excel)
- Willingness to work long and/or unusual hours when necessary
Desirable
- Highly analytical, quantitative, data-based problem solving and optimization skills
- Experience in web development (particularly HTML and basic scripting languages)
Additional Information
Travel be required, unsociable hours
Behavioural Competencies
| Communicates Effectively | Results Focused | Job Knowledge |
| Customer Focus | Commitment & Resilience | Flexibility & Adaptability |
| Working With Others | Decision Making | Planning & Organising |
| Innovation |
For more information, please send your CV and a covering letter to hr@pokerstars.com. Please also state your name and the job title you are applying for in the subject bar.
Head of PPC
| Job Title: | Head of PPC (P01329) |
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| Division: | Online Marketing |
| Location: | London |
| Reports to: | Director Of Online Marketing |
| Date: | August 2011 |
Job Purpose
To take ownership of the PPC channel and manage a team of senior PPC experts into driving outstanding results across all engines and multiple countries. This role is reporting directly to the Director of Online.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage a team of PPC professionals
- Be responsible for driving optimum results and achieving aggressive targets across various campaigns, engines, countries
- Provide comprehensive management reporting on a regular basis
- Drive processes around optimisation of main KPIs (CTR, landing page optimisation, conversion rate optimisation)
- Implement best-of-breed techniques around creative testing, landing page testing, keyword expansion and negative keyword definition
- Own the relationship with search engines
- Close liaison with Natural search specialists to ensure that were appropriate we are maximising our total opportunity from Search.
- Taking a lead in our on-going process of establishing and subsequently implementing across the business what we consider to be best practice across a wide number of areas of paid search marketing
Skills and Capabilities
Essential
- Must be passionate about Search Marketing
- Must have a technical and analytical mindset
- Must have strong Project Management knowledge
- Must be a strong leader and a driver of his/her channel/team.
- Minimum 5 years experience in an online marketing background – with direct experience of managing large scale paid search campaigns.
- Proven track record of outstanding PPC results
- Excellent communication skills
- Must be fluent in English.
- Must have a Google Adwords professional qualification
- Must have a relevant University Degree or equivalent experience
Desirable
- Knowledge of the Poker industry
- SEO knowledge
- Fluent in one or more of the following languages: Italian, French, German, Dutch, Spanish, Estonian, Russian
Behavioural Competencies
| Communicates Effectively | Results Focused | Job Knowledge |
| Customer Focus | Commitment & Resilience | Flexibility & Adaptability |
| Working With Others | Quality Focused | Planning & Organising |
| Leadership | Innovation | Decision Making |
For more information, please send your CV and a covering letter to hr@pokerstars.com. Please also state your name and the job title you are applying for in the subject bar.
UK & Ireland Regional Marketing Director
| Job Title: | UK & Ireland Regional Marketing Director (P00185) |
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| Division: | Marketing |
| Location: | London |
| Reports to: | Head of Regional Marketing |
| Date: | September 2011 |
Job Purpose
Reporting to the Head of Regional Marketing the successful candidate will be responsible for PokerStars marketing and commercial activities in the UK and Ireland driving market growth.
Key Responsibilities
- Full P&L responsibility for the region
- Develop strategic plans for the development of acquisition marketing activities across the UK and Ireland
- Provide effective research audit of market potential, key barriers to growth, consumer insights, competitive reporting & other key marketing requirements
- Liaise with product and payments team on localization and adaptation including poker room management, assessment of payment processing options, etc
- Maintain, develop, structure & lead commercial relationships with 3rd parties at the local level, in particular large media groups, to create promotional opportunities for Pokerstars
- Co-ordinate all activities, policies and procedures with other parts of the organisation including legal, technology, creative, affiliate, VIP players management, online marketing, celebrity& poker pro management, CRM, PR and live events
- Undertake rigorous pre and post initiative analysis to provide campaign ROI, CPA and learnings for future activity.
- Manage budgets for territory and oversee the local media and PR agency where appropriate.
- Develop and execute plans for cross promotions between online and live operation
Skills and Capabilities
Essential
- Educated to degree level or equivalent
- Proven track record in the gaming industry ideally working for a B2C online operator
- Strong knowledge of the local media landscape including proven track record of working with local media/ PR agencies and media owners
- Excellent analytical skills
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Must be results driven with ability to develop and implement practical ( and quick) decisions
- Well-organised, ability to multi task and prioritise key projects. Flexibility to adapt to a rapidly changing business environment is key
- Strong negotiation skills required with an eye for detail in the structure of all deals
- Strong people management skills
- Good all-round marketing skills and understanding/experience of European media markets
- Ability to function as a self-starter with an emphasis on getting things done.
Desirable
- Experience of, and interest in Poker would be an added advantage.
Behavioural Competencies
| Communicates Effectively | Results Focused | Job Knowledge |
| Customer Focus | Commitment & Resilience | Flexibility & Adaptability |
| Working With Others | Quality Focused | Planning & Organising |
| Leadership | Innovation | Decision Making |
For more information, please send your CV and a covering letter to hr@pokerstars.com. Please also state your name and the job title you are applying for in the subject bar.
Senior Training and Development Manager
| Job Title: | Senior Training and Development Manager – Fixed Term Contract to February 2013 (T09015) |
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| Division: | HR |
| Location: | Isle of Man |
| Reports to: | Head of Training & Development (T&D) |
| Date: | January 2012 |
Due to work permit restrictions preference will be given to applications from Isle of Man workers
Job Purpose
To manage the Training and Development function in Isle of Man, making a first class contribution to the whole IOM office and to PokerStars. To be an integral part of the Global HR team.
Key Responsibilities
- To liaise as an internal Consultant with Directors and Managers to find solutions to business issues.
- To implement a blend of solutions for the best results.
- To manage training project teams when appropriate. To be part of a project team when appropriate.
- To deliver in house training to a consistently high standard in IOM and other jurisdictions as required.
- To create original Training material.
- To identify, negotiate with and manage external T&D suppliers.
- To research, pilot and introduce new T&D methods.
- To advise and respond to needs from individuals, Directors and Managers on Training & Development and study assistance queries.
- To identify and communicate business issues via Training & Development information.
- To research and implement specialist programmes / projects.
- Supporting Global HR team as appropriate.
Skills and Capabilities
Essential
- At least 2 years significant Training & Development experience in a range of development areas.
- Must be able to demonstrate ability to interact confidently and with complete credibility at all levels.
- Solid hands-on Management experience in a blue chip company.
- Proven ability to coach and mentor on an individual basis.
- Evidence of development of original T&D material – creative mind.
- Graduate level of education or equivalent.
- A Can-Do pro-active approach is essential.
- Proven planning and organisational skills are essential.
- Able to travel globally as necessary.
- The highest levels of confidentiality are essential.
- A genuine team player, will be part of the Global HR team.
Desirable
- Experience of working within a multi jurisdictional company.
- An interest in Poker.
- A specialist in some areas of Training & Development.
- Qualifications related to role.
Behavioural Competencies
| Communicates Effectively | Results Focused | Job Knowledge |
| Customer Focus | Commitment & Resilience | Flexibility & Adaptability |
| Working With Others | Quality Focused | Planning & Organising |
| Leadership | Innovation | Decision Making |
For more information, please send your CV and a covering letter to hr@pokerstars.com. Please also state your name and the job title you are applying for in the subject bar.
| Job Title: | Head of PR (P00261) |
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| Division: | Corporate Communications |
| Location: | London |
| Reports to: | Head of Corporate Communications |
| Date: | September 2011 |
Job Purpose
The Head of PR provide strategic direction for PokerStars worldwide public relations and is responsible for managing a team of professionals tasked with creating buzz, interest and awareness for PokerStars via earned media.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide strong PR counsel and strategic PR programs that enhance the perception of PokerStars among key audiences.
- Manage a team of PR professionals to ensure high performance, quantifiable results and accountability.
- Create an environment to foster creative and effective PR programs
- Manage people, budgets, agencies and freelancers effectively
Skills and Capabilities
- Media relations: Leverage existing and develop new relationships with important press and media contacts in order to effectively influence and drive positive coverage in trade and consumer media.
- Event management – Conceive, plan and/or execute high-quality press events that distinguish PokerStars from other brands and companies.
- Agency management – Hire and manage communications agencies effectively to ensure delivery of agreed-upon goals and quantifiable results.
- Budget Management: Effectively manage department resources and use powers of influence to leverage other budgets and campaigns to achieve PR goals.
- Service orientation: Provide excellent customer service, counsel and reporting to internal clients
Essential
- Experience in core PR skills of media relations, PR strategy, events and promotions
- Ability to manage people who report to you and people who don’t
- Positive, upbeat attitude and willingness to grapple big, complex issues with zeal and zest
Desirable
- Experience working in a PR agency
- Relationships with and knowledge of relevant trade and consumer media
Additional Information
PR is not a 9-to-5 function, which means you may be on call at times 24/7. You’ll be expected to travel and work at the Company’s biggest and most important internal and external events. You will have access and exposure with executives at all levels of the company and industry.
Behavioural Competencies
| Communicates Effectively | Results Focused | Job Knowledge |
| Customer Focus | Commitment & Resilience | Flexibility & Adaptability |
| Working With Others | Quality Focused | Planning & Organising |
| Leadership | Innovation | Decision Making |
For more information, please send your CV and a covering letter to hr@pokerstars.com. Please also state your name and the job title you are applying for in the subject bar.
CalvinAyre.com published an interesting peek at the differences between living in Gibraltar and living in London if you’re in the online gaming business. Some people miss the hustle and bustle of a big city like London and can’t imagine ever being comfortable in a small country (30,000 people) like Gibraltar. Others love the weather, laid back lifestyle, and proximity to holiday destinations in Spain. Either way, if you’re involved or want to become involved in the online poker industry this article is worth a read since the vast majortiy of poker companies are located in Gibraltar, London, Isle of Man, or Malta.
Our client one of the world’s most innovative and renowned iGaming Operators is currently going through rapid growth and they are seeking to hire a Copywriter to provide high-quality and compelling written copy across a range of media to drive engagement and customer response.
Key tasks & responsibilities
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Working as part of the creative team, brainstorming ideas and creative concepts to communicate core brand values
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Provide compelling written copy for use across a range of media including TV, print, direct mail, online (advertising and website), social media, email and in game.
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Work with our PR and media relations team to produce high-quality press releases and supporting materials
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Produce high-quality long copy for use in brochures, press packs and B2B materials as and when required
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Working on campaigns from conception to production
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Monitoring the effectiveness of advertising campaigns and apply learnings to future messaging
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Keeping up to date with competitor activity and trends within the wider gaming industry
Required skills
- 2 years previous copywriter experience
- Passion/Experience for Poker preferred
- Ability to work as part of a team
- Creative, able to think outside of the box
- Able to work on own initiative
- Able to manage multiple projects to deadline
- Strong attention to detail
- Interest in and passion for poker and e-gaming
Poker Conversion Specialist – Gibraltar (possibly London)
Description
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Poker vertical team
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Central marketing
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Territory teams
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Poker product team
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Payments team
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Social media team
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Formulate strategic and tactical plans for the development and improvement of our client’s poker conversion funnel.
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Provide effective ongoing audit of conversion funnels and sign-up paths, identifying key barriers to conversion and investigating new initiatives to overcome them.
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Player categorization and design of website and email campaigns targeted at specific player types to achieve conversion targets.
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Undertake rigorous pre- and post-analysis to provide conversion ROI.
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Work with the marketing and vertical teams to optimize conversion funnels by channel and country.
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Grow first month player value and conversion rates across poker and territories.
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Analyse and map the early player experience across our poker product.
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Test and implement new conversion marketing initiatives in conjunction with the marketing, product and territory teams.
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Report on and analyse marketing performance, monitoring competitor activities.
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Take ownership of free play poker sites across the business and develop plans and tactics to deliver conversion to RMP.
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Harmonise efforts with payments team to maximise first deposits.
- Extensive conversion experience in online gaming or a similar industry.
- Ability to manage projects through to completion in a complex organisation.
- Highly numerate with good analytical skills.
- Ability to generate innovative ideas and solutions.
- Experience in analysing customer experience or performing competitor analysis (a usability or market research background would be an advantage).
- A good understanding of gaming marketing channels and funnels would be an advantage.
Senior Linux Administrator – Dublin
Our client a multinational business critical 24/7 interactive operation have an immediate opening for a third level qualified Senior Linux Administrator. You will need to have a minimum of five years systems admin in a Linux / Unix environment. You will manage large clusters of servers and maintain synchronization of content and configuration. You will analyse and assess e-mail logs from multiple LINUX machines
Specific Technical Competencies
Thorough Knowledge of Debian and RedHat Distributions with a focus on Apache, Postfix, MySQL
Knowledge of BIND and DNS technologies. Implementing Geo-Diversity and Redundancy.
Complex MySQL installations, configuration, backups, permissions, new user and database setups, stored procedures.
Apache configurations under various operating systems, especially SSL support, Redirect and logging options, and directory security configuration parameters
TCP/IP including routing IP, connectivity testing, host and network routing configurations and implementation of iptables.
Network Monitoring and Management utilities, including HPSIMS/ILO, shell scripting and SNMP.
