Communications Specialist (m/f/d)

Company Description

We’re the world’s leading sports technology company, at the intersection between sports, media, and betting. More than 1,700 sports federations, media outlets, betting operators, and consumer platforms across 120 countries rely on our know-how and technology to boost their business.

Job Description

*** PLEASE SUBMIT PROFILE AND CV IN ENGLISH ***

ABOUT US:

Sportradar is seeking a B2B German and English-speaking communications expert to manage the delivery of media, betting and sports industry communications in the DACH region for the EMEA team across several priority business areas.
THE CHALLENGE:

Working from our office in Vienna, Austria, the ideal candidate will thrive in a dynamic, fast-moving global organization while communicating complex products and services in a commercially competitive landscape.

This is a multi-faceted role requiring an understanding of betting, technology, business and sports business and media in the DACH region and wider EMEA, stakeholder management, and partner coordination, while operating in a hands-on role in order to achieve executional excellence. The role reports into the Senior Director of Communications for UK/EMEA.

ABOUT YOU:

• Excellent verbal and written/ journalistic skills, with the ability to produce high-quality materials including messaging, press releases, articles, briefing documents, media pitches etc. with great accuracy.
• Fluent German and English – written and spoken.
• Knowledge of betting, tech, business and sports business and media, particularly in Germany
• B2B or tech PR experience working in a highly commercial environment, demonstrating the ability to discover stories and angles in-house and communicate benefits of business products and services externally.
• Ability to understand and interpret complex data-led information, translating it into more simple communications messaging, with proof points, for businesses.
• Demonstrable line management experience, spanning team members new to communications as well as more experienced colleagues.
• Strong 360-degree media relations skills, including digital, in both pro-active and issues-led situations.
• Senior stakeholder management experience plus the ability to build positive working relationships with colleagues and partners.
• Exceptionally well-organised, diplomatic, and solutions oriented.
• Strong worth ethic – is accountable, works smart and pushes self and others for results.
• Ability to trouble-shoot issues before they become problematic and quickly adapt to changing requirements.
• Attention to detail is a must for this role. 

DESIRABLE SKILLS, BUT NOT ESSENTIAL:

• Working knowledge of sports industry and federations.

Please note, this is not a sports consumer PR role. The role is based in our Vienna office 
OUR OFFER:

• A collaborative environment with colleagues from all over the world (Offices in Europe, Asia and US). 
• Ability to shape your own workday and career via a clearly defined professional and personal development plan.
• Opportunity to work with senior leadership, develop yourself and build your career within an inspiring and fast-growing company and digital sports environment.
• Vibrant and inclusive community, including Women in Tech and Pride groups which welcome all participants.
• Hybrid work model.

OUR RECRUITMENT PROCESS:

• Initial Screening: A quick chat with our Talent Acquisition Partner to understand your background and expectations.
• Technical Assessment (if applicable): A short task to showcase your technical skills.
• Two technical Interviews: Meet with the Technical team and Hiring Manager to dive into your solution and your expertise, as also discuss team fit.
• Final Steps: Receive feedback and, if successful, an offer!

We keep it simple and aim to wrap up the process within 3 weeks.

Additional Information

At Sportradar, we celebrate our diverse group of hardworking employees. Sportradar is committed to ensuring equal access to its programs, facilities, and employment opportunities. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. We encourage you to apply even if you only meet most of the requirements (but not 100% of the listed criteria) – we believe skills evolve over time. If you’re willing to learn and grow with us, we invite you to join our team!