Senior Data Project Manager

BetMGM

. Own portfolio governance across multiple Data & BI Operations products and domains, aligning investment recommendations, prioritization, dependencies, capacity, and resources with strategy and measurable business outcomes .

Posted 11/5/2026full-timeUnited StatesSenior💰 $117,100 - $156,200 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in leading complex Data & BI Operations portfolios, establishing governance frameworks, and influencing executive decision-making through data-driven insights. Proficient in designing scalable operating models and managing interdependent work across multiple domains while ensuring compliance and strategic alignment.

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Data & BI Operations LeadershipGovernance Framework DesignExecutive Communication SkillsAnalytical JudgmentOrganizational Change Management

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Hard Skills

Data AnalyticsPredictive ModellingData GovernanceDelivery FrameworksService Level AgreementsData WarehousingData PlatformsOperational ModelsQuality PracticesMeasurement Frameworks

Soft Skills

StorytellingSimplification of Complex TopicsInfluencing Executive LeadersCoachingCollaborative Decision-Making

Industry Keywords

Gaming Industry ExperienceSports Industry ExperienceRegulated Industry ExperienceCompliance ObligationsPortfolio Management

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Own portfolio governance across multiple Data & BI Operations products and domains, aligning investment recommendations, prioritization, dependencies, capacity, and resources with strategy and measurable business outcomes
Frame complex, cross-cutting business and technical problems and address downstream impacts and edge cases
Create and institutionalize discovery, requirements, prioritization, delivery, governance, documentation, and intake standards
Design scalable frameworks, operating models, controls, service levels, runbooks, quality practices, and ways of working
Manage interdependent work across scope, timelines, capacity, quality, risk, and business value
Anticipate systemic issues, clarify ownership and decision rights, and create mitigation strategies for cross-team dependencies
Set measurement frameworks and data standards and apply analytical judgment to consequential decisions
Influence executive decision-making through data-driven recommendations, portfolio insights, and business cases
Simplify complex Data & BI topics for senior leaders and cross-functional teams
Shape vendor and partner strategy, performance expectations, and commercial or service discussions
Establish long-term Data & BI Operations strategy and portfolio roadmaps
Ensure alignment with strategic priorities, compliance obligations, regulatory expectations, and controls
Lead organizational change within assigned portfolios
Produce and present executive communications, decision materials, portfolio updates, and governance packs
Coach project managers and establish reusable frameworks and delivery standards without direct authority
Promote inclusive collaboration, shared decision-making, fair treatment, and mutual accountability

Requirements

What you’ll need

High school diploma or equivalent required; Bachelor’s degree or equivalent relevant experience preferred
8+ years of progressive experience leading complex technical programs, portfolios, operations, analytics, or a similar function across multiple business and technical domains
Demonstrated success setting direction across multiple products, operational domains, or portfolios and resolving ambiguous, cross-cutting problems
Proven track record designing and implementing delivery frameworks, governance models, service levels, controls, or operating models adopted across multiple teams
Demonstrated experience influencing executive leaders, shaping investment and prioritization decisions, and driving organizational change without direct reporting authority
Exceptional written, verbal, storytelling, and executive presentation skills, including the ability to simplify highly complex Data & BI topics
Deep experience with data and analytics capabilities such as dashboards, predictive modelling, semantic or analytical data products, data warehouses, data platforms, governance, and automation
Strong analytical judgment and experience defining measurement frameworks, data standards, and success measures for consequential decisions
Demonstrated success leading large-scale data, analytics, platform modernization, governance, or transformation portfolios spanning multiple functional areas, with accountability for scope, dependencies, capacity, timelines, quality, risk, and value
Experience shaping vendor or partner strategy and holding external parties accountable for complex commercial or service commitments
Proven ability to lead change, clarify ownership and decision rights, mentor others informally, and raise delivery standards across an organization
Relevant gaming, sports, regulated industry, or comparable industry experience is a plus
Applicants must possess legal authorization to work for our company in the U.S. without the need for immigration sponsorship; this role is not eligible for immigration-related employment authorization sponsorship including H-1B, O-1, E-3, TN, OPT, etc.
Applicable employees must be licensed by at least one jurisdictional agency; certain positions require licensing by multiple agencies
Candidates must comply with and support BetMGM's responsible gambling policies, procedures, and initiatives

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and Disability Insurance
401(k) with company match
Pre-tax spending accounts including health care FSA and commuter savings
Flexible paid time off
Professional development reimbursement and ongoing skills training opportunities
Employee resource groups
Swag, ticket giveaways, and more
Performance-based bonus plan