Operational Excellence Analyst at FanDuel

New York, New York, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

06 Jan, 26

Salary

91000.0

Posted On

08 Oct, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Process Analysis, Workflow Modeling, Operational Readiness, Documentation, Risk Identification, Data Analysis, Collaboration, Communication, Project Management, Continuous Learning, Attention to Detail, Structured Thinking, Customer Experience, Problem Solving, Adaptability, Organizational Skills

Industry

Entertainment Providers

Description

THE POSITION Our roster has an opening with your name on it As an Analyst on the Operational Excellence team, you will help power readiness, risk mitigation, and operational efficiency across the business. In this role, you’ll support the planning, analysis, and improvement of key operational processes ahead of marquee events and product launches. You’ll model workflows, identify process gaps, and propose scalable improvements—contributing directly to the team’s mission of building a resilient, high-performing operational engine and keeping the customer at the forefront of all decisions. This is an excellent role for a detail-oriented problem-solver looking to grow their skillset at the intersection of operations, product, and customer experience. In addition to the specific responsibilities outlined above, employees may be required to perform other such duties as assigned by the Company. This ensures operational flexibility and allows the Company to meet evolving business needs. THE GAME PLAN Everyone on our team has a part to play Process Analysis & Flow Modeling: Support process deep dives by mapping current-state workflows, identifying inefficiencies or gaps, and assisting in the design of future-state flows using visual modeling tools or structured documentation. Operational Readiness Support: Contribute to the planning and execution of readiness playbooks for tentpole events, major launches, or product changes, ensuring Ops teams are set up for success. Documentation & Knowledge Management: Create and maintain clear process documentation, decision logs, readiness plans, and escalation paths to ensure transparency and traceability. Issue & Risk Identification: Surface and propose mitigation strategies for operational risks, pain points, and customer-impacting issues through internal feedback loops, data exploration, and process walk-throughs. Quantitative & Qualitative Analysis: Collect and analyze performance data to identify bottlenecks, support business cases, or validate improvement opportunities with the goal to always represent and improve the customer experience. Tooling & Workflow Improvement: Participate in assessments of operational tools or processes, identifying inefficiencies or workarounds, and supporting small-scale optimizations or automation efforts. Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work with partners across Product, Engineering, Customer Operations, Commercial, Legal and Strategy to ensure accurate process translation, clear requirements, and aligned execution. Communication & Project Management: Support preparation and follow-ups for working sessions, stand-ups, or readiness forums by documenting outcomes and next steps. Continuous Learning & Skill Building: Partner with Sr. Analysts and Managers to deepen your skills in process architecture, root cause analysis, and operational storytelling. THE STATS What we're looking for in our next teammate Required Qualifications: • Expected completion of degree or program by June 2025 • Must have U.S. Work Authorization and does not require employer sponsorship • Must be in commutable distance from or willing to relocate to designated office • Commitment to improving the user experience • Ability to analyze, break down, and visualize end-to-end business processes • Structured thinker with strong attention to detail and process-oriented mindset • Comfortable learning new tools and frameworks for process modeling or workflow management • Clear written and verbal communicator with ability to synthesize feedback across diverse teams • Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple workstreams or dependencies • Solution-oriented, adaptable and efficient learner • Collaborative team player who is comfortable working with a diverse array of partners and stakeholders across multiple functions Preferred Qualifications: • Interest in eCommerce, sports and iGaming industries preferred • Familiarity with process mapping tools (e.g., Lucidchart, Miro, Visio, Whimsical) is a plus • Exposure to business process improvement methodologies preferred • Experience with data and reporting tools (e.g., Excel, Tableau, SQL, Amplitude, etc.) helpful • Background in customer support, product operations, or service design is a plus • Understanding of risk management frameworks • Familiarity data analytics tools like Tableau, Amplitude, Data Warehouse Tool, etc a plus • Customer service experience a plus • Don’t check all the boxes? That’s okay! We encourage you to still apply if you feel like you possess an adjacent skillet and are interested in learning more about this position. ABOUT FANDUEL FanDuel Group is the premier mobile gaming company in the United States and Canada. FanDuel Group consists of a portfolio of leading brands across mobile wagering including: America’s #1 Sportsbook, FanDuel Sportsbook; its leading iGaming platform, FanDuel Casino; the industry’s unquestioned leader in horse racing and advance-deposit wagering, FanDuel Racing; and its daily fantasy sports product. In addition, FanDuel Group operates FanDuel TV, its broadly distributed linear cable television network and FanDuel TV+, its leading direct-to-consumer OTT platform. FanDuel Group has a presence across all 50 states, Canada, and Puerto Rico. The company is based in New York with US offices in Los Angeles, Atlanta, and Jersey City, as well as global offices in Canada and Scotland. The company’s affiliates have offices worldwide, including in Ireland, Portugal, Romania, and Australia. FanDuel Group is a subsidiary of Flutter Entertainment, the world's largest sports betting and gaming operator with a portfolio of globally recognized brands and traded on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: FLUT). PLAYER BENEFITS We treat our team right We offer amazing benefits above and beyond the basics. We have an array of health plans to choose from (some as low as $0 per paycheck) that include programs for fertility and family planning, mental health support, and fitness benefits. We offer generous paid time off (PTO & sick leave), annual bonus and long-term incentive opportunities (based on performance), 401k with up to a 5% match, commuter benefits, pet insurance, and more - check out all our benefits here: FanDuel Total Rewards. *Benefits differ across location, role, and level. FanDuel is an equal opportunities employer and we believe, as one of our principles states, “We are One Team!”. As such, we are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship status, marital status, disability, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, local or federal law. We believe FanDuel is strongest and best able to compete if all employees feel valued, respected, and included. FanDuel is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please email Benefits@fanduel.com. The applicable salary range for this position is $73,000 - $91,000 USD, which is dependent on a variety of factors including relevant experience, location, business needs and market demand. This role may offer the following benefits: medical, vision, and dental insurance; life insurance; disability insurance; a 401(k) matching program; among other employee benefits. This role may also be eligible for short-term or long-term incentive compensation, including, but not limited to, cash bonuses and stock program participation. This role includes paid personal time off and 14 paid company holidays. FanDuel offers paid sick time in accordance with all applicable state and federal laws. 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. #LI-Hybrid

Responsibilities

As an Operational Excellence Analyst, you will support the planning, analysis, and improvement of key operational processes. You will model workflows, identify process gaps, and propose scalable improvements to enhance operational efficiency.