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CRM Journey Manager

Full TimePermanentNot specifiedRetail
Posted 15 March 2026Closes 28 April 2026

Job Description

Position Overview: Input strongly in the strategic planning, execution, and optimization of CRM communications across multiple brands and markets, with a focus on both sportsbook and casino verticals. Drive the development and delivery of high-impact campaigns and player journeys, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives and continuous performance improvement. Play a pivotal role in guiding the CRM function into a new era of AI, automation and machine learning, shaping the vision for initial implementation and driving ongoing optimization and management of these technologies. Key Responsibilities: Own the end-to-end lifecycle of communication-based campaigns and player journeys, leveraging advanced segmentation and targeting strategies. Align all initiatives with business goals, collaborating closely with Loyalty, Promotions, and cross-functional teams to ensure cohesive monthly campaign planning and execution. Play a lead role in the adoption and integration of AI automation and machine learning within CRM operations. Define the roadmap for initial implementation and continuously optimize and manage these technologies to enhance campaign effectiveness, personalization, and operational efficiency. Oversee the briefing and coordination of operational, creative, and data requirements, ensuring seamless delivery and high-quality assets. Maintain clear visibility for stakeholders on current and upcoming campaigns, proactively troubleshooting issues and escalating as needed to ensure timely resolutions. Implement and refine AB and other testing strategies to maximize player engagement and ROI whilst finding new opportunities to exploit. Partner with BI/Insights to analyse campaign performance, present monthly KPI overviews, whilst driving continuous improvement through data-driven decision-making. Champion the evolution of CRM tools and internal processes, identifying and implementing improvements to optimize campaign execution and team efficiency. Support CRM Coordinators, fostering advanced tool knowledge and effective problem-solving. Perform additional responsibilities as required to support the success of the CRM function. Requirements: Minimum 3 years’ experience in a senior CRM/Retention role within the iGaming industry, with proven expertise across both sportsbook and casino. Demonstrated mastery of CRM tools and campaign management from conception to completion. Experience leading the implementation and ongoing optimization of AI automation and machine learning solutions within CRM or related functions. Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret performance and financial KPIs. Exceptional attention to detail, organizational, and time management abilities. Fluent English communication skills, both written and verbal. Collaborative team player with proven leadership capabilities. To apply please forward your current CV to talent@silverspin.com

Automation Risk

Automation probabilityi38%
AI exposure (AIOE)i74%

Many tasks in this role are augmented by AI and automation, especially campaign planning, segmentation, and performance analysis. However, strategic vision, cross-team collaboration, and creative leadership remain human-centric, keeping automation risk moderate. AI exposure is high due to the heavy reliance on data, analytics, and CRM technology platforms.

Task analysis

  • Strategically plan and execute CRM campaigns across sportsbook and casino brands, aligning with business objectives.
  • Develop and optimize player journeys using advanced segmentation and targeting strategies.
  • Lead the adoption and integration of AI, automation, and machine learning within CRM operations.
  • Coordinate operational, creative, and data requirements to ensure seamless campaign delivery and high-quality assets.
  • Maintain clear visibility for stakeholders on current and upcoming campaigns, proactively troubleshooting issues and escalating as needed.
  • Implement and refine AB and other testing strategies to maximize player engagement and ROI.
  • Partner with BI/Insights to analyze campaign performance and present monthly KPI overviews.
  • Champion the evolution of CRM tools and internal processes, identifying and implementing improvements.
  • Collaborate with Loyalty, Promotions, and cross-functional teams to ensure cohesive monthly campaign planning and execution.

Automatable AI-assisted Human-only

Occupational Classification

✨ Bright Outlook🇬🇧 UK Skilled Worker Visa Eligible
UK SOC2020: 1132Marketing and Sales Directors
O*NET: 11-2021.00 Marketing Managers
AI analysis: 16 March 2026

UK Salary Benchmark

Retail trade, except of motor vehicles and motorcycles · ONS ASHE 2024 annual earnings

scale £30k
UK sector median
£20,592
UK sector mean
£24,588
£0£8k£15k£23k

👤 For Candidates

AI & future-of-work guidance

🤖 Enhance with AI

  • Leverage AI for advanced player segmentation and targeting.
  • Use automation tools to streamline campaign execution.
  • Apply analytics platforms for real-time performance insights.

📈 Disruption outlook

12%1 yr
27%5 yrs
48%10 yrs

% risk of significant disruption

🎓 Learn now

📚 For full-time, part-time & evening courses on the Isle of Man, visit University College Isle of Man (UCM)

🏢 For Employers

Strategic hiring options & technology alternatives

🔄 Alternatives

🤖 AI AgentSalesforce Einstein

Automates segmentation and campaign recommendations.

💻 TechnologyBraze

Automates multi-channel CRM journey orchestration.

Recommendation

Augment role

Strategic and creative leadership remain human; AI best augments execution.

Microsoft Copilot & M365

Dynamics 365 Customer Insights

Segment audiences and personalise CRM journeys.

Power Automate

Automate campaign workflows and notifications.

Copilot for Excel

Analyse campaign data and generate KPI reports.

Key Skills

Project ManagementAdvancedStakeholder ManagementAdvancedData AnalysisAdvancedCritical ThinkingAdvancedTeamworkIntermediateReport WritingIntermediateCommunications and MediaIntermediateOperations AnalysisIntermediateCRM StrategyExpertAI and Automation IntegrationAdvanced

Knowledge Areas

Client Service and Relationship ManagementData Analysis and ReportingDigital Platforms and AnalyticsMarketing and BrandingProject ManagementBusiness ManagementCompliance and Regulatory FrameworksInformation Technology

O*NET Competency Skills

Active LearningActive ListeningCritical ThinkingReading ComprehensionSocial PerceptivenessSpeakingJudgment and Decision MakingMonitoringPersuasionComplex Problem SolvingNegotiationCoordinationSystems EvaluationTime ManagementManagement of Personnel Resources

Alternative Career Paths

CRM Director92% match

Lead the overall CRM strategy and team for an organization, overseeing multiple markets and brands.

Head of Marketing Automation87% match

Manage the implementation and optimization of marketing automation tools and processes across the business.

Customer Insights Manager80% match

Focus on analyzing customer data and behaviors to inform business strategy and campaign development.

Product Manager (Digital Platforms)78% match

Oversee the development and optimization of digital products, including CRM and engagement platforms.

Loyalty Program Manager75% match

Design and manage loyalty initiatives to drive customer retention and engagement.

Also Consider

🔥 Hot Technologies

In-demand tools for this occupation (O*NET)

Amazon RedshiftMySQLYardi softwareCascading style sheets CSSHypertext markup language HTMLJavaScriptPHPAdobe After EffectsTikTokSalesforce softwareApache CassandraApache HiveElasticsearchOracle PL/SQL

Work Activities

General work activities from O*NET

  • Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates
  • Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships
  • Working with Computers
  • Making Decisions and Solving Problems
  • Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work
  • Getting Information
  • Selling or Influencing Others
  • Thinking Creatively
  • Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events
  • Communicating with People Outside the Organization
  • Developing and Building Teams
  • Developing Objectives and Strategies
  • Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others
  • Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates
  • Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge

Anthropic Economic Index

Real-world AI adoption data from millions of Claude conversations · Dataset ↗

CC-BY Research

Observed Claude Usage

32%

of conversations

Classic Auto. Risk

1%

Frey & Osborne

Job Zone

4/5

Considerable prep

O*NET Median Salary

£106k

US ref. $134k · fx 0.79

Occupational family: Management

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