Intelligence Analyst, Blockchain & Crypto

As an Intelligence Analyst, Blockchain & Crypto at Sportradar, you support investigations relating to the protection and enforcement of Sportradar's intellectual property and revenue recovery efforts through blockchain intelligence, cryptocurrency tracing and digital asset investigations. Working within the Rights & Revenue Protection team, you will primarily focus on monitoring and analysing the emerging prediction market ecosystem, including participants, market makers, liquidity providers and associated entities, to enhance Sportradar's understanding of data and content usage, market activity and potential commercial risks. You will also support broader investigations involving sports betting operators, digital platforms and other organisations utilising blockchain and cryptocurrency technologies.

What you'll do

• Conduct intelligence investigations using an all-source approach across rights protection, enforcement and revenue recovery matters
• Perform blockchain analysis and cryptocurrency tracing to identify transaction flows, wallet relationships, beneficial owners and networks of interest
• Collect, analyse and evaluate intelligence from open-source, cyber and blockchain-based sources
• Conduct OSINT, CYBINT/DNINT and cryptocurrency investigations to deliver actionable intelligence and recommendations
• Monitor and analyse prediction market ecosystems, identifying key participants, market makers, liquidity providers and emerging platforms
• Conduct investigations relating to sports-focused prediction markets, including wallet attribution, transaction tracing and ecosystem mapping
• Analyse cryptocurrency transaction data and behavioural patterns to identify links between users, entities and platforms
• Develop and maintain intelligence holdings relating to cryptocurrency-enabled services, exchanges, wallets and payment methods
• Produce intelligence products including analytical assessments, investigative reports, link analysis and stakeholder briefings
• Monitor emerging blockchain technologies, trends and risks relevant to Sportradar, intellectual property protection and revenue recovery activities
• Support collaboration with internal stakeholders, external partners and industry organisations
• Contribute to the ongoing evaluation and implementation of investigative technologies and blockchain analytics platforms

What you bring

• 2+ years of experience in intelligence, investigations, law enforcement, cyber security, financial crime, fraud, due diligence or digital asset investigations
• Experience conducting analytical investigations and producing intelligence-led outputs
• A demonstrable understanding of cryptocurrency ecosystems including Bitcoin, Ethereum, stablecoins, exchanges, wallets, bridges and decentralised finance (DeFi)
• Experience using blockchain analytics platforms such as Chainalysis Reactor, TRM Forensics, Elliptic Investigator or similar
• Familiarity with the functionality of prediction markets, market makers and liquidity providers
• Experience working with APIs and structured data sources to collect, extract and analyse information from blockchain, prediction market and other online platforms
• Proficiency and demonstrable expertise in OSINT, CYBINT/DNINT or intelligence tradecraft methodologies
• Strong analytical, critical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to produce clear, concise reports and present findings to diverse audiences
• Awareness of data protection legislation and associated implications
• A high level of integrity, discretion, and commitment to confidentiality and information security
• Self-motivation, analytical mindset, and natural inquisitiveness, with a proactive approach to problem-solving and investigation
• Adaptability and resilience, with the ability to manage changing priorities and work effectively under tight deadlines
• Fluency in English

Nice to have

• Experience with intelligence analysis tools such as i2 Analyst's Notebook, Maltego or similar
• An understanding of financial crime typologies, asset tracing, sanctions evasion and illicit finance risks
• Knowledge of intellectual property enforcement, anti-piracy activities, sports betting or gaming industries
• An understanding of decentralised applications (dApps), digital asset market structure and trading ecosystems
• Relevant certifications such as Chainalysis Reactor Certification, TRM Academy, CAMS, CFCS or CFE
• Additional language skills beyond English

What we offer

• A collaborative environment with colleagues from offices in Europe, Asia and the US, including various social events and teambuilding
• Flexibility to manage your workday and tasks with autonomy
• A vibrant and inclusive community, including Women in Tech and Pride groups
• A global Employee Assistance Programme
• Access to Calm and Reulay, leading well-being apps designed to support focus, quality rest, mindfulness and mental resilience
• Online training videos
• Flexible working hours
• Office-first working model with team members working on-site five days a week

About Sportradar

Sportradar is the world's leading sports technology company at the intersection of sports, media and betting. More than 1,700 sports federations, media outlets, betting operators and consumer platforms across 120 countries rely on Sportradar's know-how and technology to boost their business.