Head of Product - Gaming (12 month FTC)

Job title: Head of Product - Gaming (12 month FTC)

Location: Leeds/London/Ireland/Cluj

Role Overview:

We have big aspirations for our Gaming brands to continue to deliver the best player experiences within the industry. To help us do that, we’re looking for an exceptional Head of Product to play a pivotal role in shaping our Betfair International business over the next 12mths, the role being fixed term to cover mat leave.

This is a senior, high-impact leadership role with full ownership of product strategy, product delivery and product performance.
 

We’re looking for an experienced leader, who’s looking for that next stretch. You’ll not only lead the Product Management team, but you’ll also steer Content and Operations teams, and stretch Product Owners to give full autonomy of the end-to-end product lifecycle, working closely with Technology and the wider business to turn insight into action and ambition into results.

If you’re looking for a defining role in your career, this is an opportunity to make a real and lasting impact.

What you'll do:

As part of the Betfair International team you will Supercharge Slots in Brazil, Spain and Italy, leverage the scale of the UKI Flutter platform, and drive the development of engaging x-sell journeys. This Head-level role manages performance and coordination across six countries/licenses and multiple organizations (including Flutter SEA, UKI and Brazil).

We’re looking for someone who will role model a challenger mindset and is passionate about giving all players the best experience possible. You’ll be a collaborative, visible leader who builds trust across product squad, technology partners and commercial stakeholders, while keeping the wider business informed and engaged.

• Product strategy & commercial Impact: Define and deliver a clear, outcome-driven product strategy that drives revenue growth, player engagement and long-term platform advantage.

• Navigate regulatory change: turn compliance into delight by reducing friction, maximising the positive impact of mandated changes, and working closely with Sports & Account to minimise effort to deliver.

• Product organisation leadership: Build and lead a high-performing function, raising the bar on autonomy, accountability and product excellence. Collaborate closely with UKI peers.

• Portfolio & roadmap ownership: Own end-to-end portfolio prioritisation, balancing short-term commercial delivery with long-term scalability.

• Delivery excellence at scale: Build on the Product–Technology operating model to enable autonomous squads to deliver high-quality outcomes with minimal escalation.

• Senior stakeholder influence: Act as a trusted and credible partner to senior leaders, shaping investment decisions and aligning the organisation around clear priorities.

• Player-centric innovation: Champion differentiated, best-in-class player experiences by leveraging platform capability, scale and supplier partnerships.

What you'll bring:

We ask that you’re as passionate about Product as we are!

• Experience leading product organisations within complex, cross-functional environments.

• Demonstrated ownership of commercial outcomes, not just feature delivery.

• Strong strategic thinking combined with pragmatic execution.

• Experience operating in platform-led or supplier-integrated ecosystems.

• Confident influencing senior stakeholders and navigating ambiguity.

• Proven ability to scale teams and develop future leaders.

• Deep comfort with data, experimentation and performance metrics.

• High standards, resilience and a bias for action.

Essential:

• Proven experience in a Head of or Senior Manager role with operational delivery accountability

• Track record managing cross-functional teams

• Experience coordinating across matrix organizational structures

• Track record building and maintaining cross-functional relationships

Desirable:

• Working knowledge of gaming / iGaming operations or regulated industries

• Experience managing operations across multiple countries or markets

• Experience in fast-paced, regulated environments (gaming, financial services, or similar)

• Familiarity with international organizational coordination

Aside from a generous base salary, we have a fantastic benefits & rewards program that is designed to encourage personal and career development.

• Discretionary annual performance bonus

• 30 days paid leave

• Private healthcare

• Personal life assurance and income protection

• The option to join our company pension scheme

• External learning support of up to £2,000 or equivalent in local currency, dedicated 4 learning “Power Hours” every month during office time, full access to the Udemy and Mindtools platforms, in-house leadership program and many other training opportunities for developing your skills and progressing your career

• Looking to extend your family? You will receive a cash gift of £1,000 for your new addition whilst working for us

• 26 weeks primary carer leave at 100% pay & 4 weeks secondary carer leave pay at 100% pay

• Access to an on-site gym

• Social events; including our sensational summer and Christmas parties

• Online Discount Scheme, including discounted shopping and cinema vouchers.

*please note, benefits may vary based on location*

At Flutter International we are committed to creating an inclusive environment where our people can be their authentic selves and thrive. We embrace and celebrate diversity, respecting all our uniqueness and differences.

We welcome you to let us know whether you have any accessibility needs. All you need to do is email us at [email protected]. Your journey with us is focused on ensuring you have what you need to be your best self.

Learn more about the work we are doing on Inclusion and Belonging here: https://careers.flutterinternational.com/working-at-flutter-international/diversity-equity-inclusion/

Betfair International is a proud member of the Flutter Entertainment family, a global leader in sports betting, iGaming, and entertainment. We're not just another company; we're listed on both the prestigious FTSE 100 index on the London Stock Exchange and the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE). What sets us apart is our world class brands, cutting-edge products, and our International division includes our operations in over 100 global markets and offers sports betting, casino, poker, rummy and lottery, mainly online. What truly defines us is our commitment to ensuring that the excitement of gaming and entertainment is experienced in a responsible and sustainable way. Our remarkable team of over 8,000 colleagues drives this vision, spread across 28 offices worldwide.