Description
Bookmakers (also often called 'bookies', or 'turf accountants') take bets on sports games and other events at agreed upon odds, they calculate odds and pay out winnings. They are responsible for the risk management.
EssentialOptional
Theoretical Knowledge
Practical Skills
follow ethical code of conduct of gamblinghandle customer complaintsassist customersmaintain customer servicedisplay betting informationkeep task recordsmaximise sales revenuesplace betscarry out end of day accountscommunicate gambling ruleshandle cash flowtrain employeeswork out oddsapply statistical analysis techniquesremove cheating playersplan shifts of employeesmanage teamwork