Nikolay Kolev
Plovdiv,Plovdiv
Summary
With solid professional experience in the betting industry, I have developed strong expertise in odds analysis, risk management, and trading operations. I am committed to continuous growth and bringing analytical thinking and precision to a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
I have a deep passion for sports, combined with a competitive mindset, which I further develop through active participation in Brazilian jiu-jitsu and wrestling. I am disciplined, detail-oriented, and highly motivated to contribute as a trader while continuously improving performance and decision-making under pressure.
Overview
2
2
Languages
1
1
Certification
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Sports Trader
Delasport Ltd.
Plovdiv
07.2021 - Current
Monitor live and pre-match betting markets across multiple sports.
- Manage sportsbook exposure and minimise trading risk.
- Analysed betting activity to uncover unusual patterns, informing trading decisions.
- Adjusted odds in response to market movements and customer behaviour to optimise betting outcomes.
- Maintain trading efficiency during high-volume sporting events.
- Monitor manual and automated betting processes.
- Cooperate with Risk Management, CRM, Trading and Technical teams.
- Resolve operational and technical incidents.
- Supported continuous improvement initiatives for sportsbook operations, enhancing overall efficiency.
- Defined main tasks and duties for the role.
Sous Chef
Park & Spa Hotel Markovo
Plovdiv
02.2018 - 01.2021
- Oversaw kitchen operations in fast-paced environment, ensuring timely service and quality dishes.
- Executed tasks efficiently under pressure, consistently upholding quality standards.
- Cultivated organisational, communication, and teamwork skills through collaborative kitchen initiatives.
Education
Diploma of Higher Education - Management
University of Food Technologies
University of Food Technologies01-2013
Skills
- Market analysis
- Odds adjustment
- Betting patterns
- Risk management
- Data analysis
- Market efficiency
- Strategic planning
- Decision making
- Collaborative teamwork
- Patience under pressure
- Team Leadership
- Positive attitude
Languages
English
Upper Intermediate
B2
French
Beginner
A1
Certification
- Ontario Responsible Gaming 2026/2027
- Maltese RG Regulations 2026/2027
- Ontario Anti-Money Laundering and Anti-Terrorist Financing 2026/2027
- General Data Protection Regulation 2025
- Information Security 2025
Timeline
Senior Sports Trader
Delasport Ltd.
07.2021 - Current
Sous Chef
Park & Spa Hotel Markovo
02.2018 - 01.2021
Diploma of Higher Education - Management
University of Food Technologies