Licensing Analyst

Licensing Analyst

PENN Entertainment, Inc. is North America's leading provider of integrated entertainment, sports content, and casino gaming experiences. From casinos and racetracks to online gaming, sports betting and entertainment content, we deliver the experiences people want, how and where they want them.

We're always on the lookout for those who are passionate about creating and delivering cutting-edge online gaming and sports media products. Whether it's through ESPN BET, Hollywood Casino, theScore Bet Sportsbook & Casino, or theScore media app, we're excited to push the boundaries of what's possible. These state-of-the-art platforms are powered by proprietary in-house technology, a key component of PENN's omnichannel gaming and entertainment strategy.

When you join PENN Entertainment's digital team, you'll not only work on these cutting-edge platforms through theScore and PENN Interactive, but you'll also be part of a company that truly cares about your career growth. We're committed to supporting you as you expand your skills and explore new opportunities.

With locations throughout North America, you can build a future at PENN Entertainment wherever you are. If you want to challenge conventions in gaming, media and entertainment, we want to talk to you.

About the Role & Team

The Licensing Analyst will report to both the Sr. Licensing Manager and Licensing Manager, while supporting the Penn Interactive Compliance Department in the rollout of the online Sportsbook and iCasino in new states, while supporting existing markets. This position will play a key role in our occupational licensing and state reporting process, as well as provide support / analysis for Compliance projects.

About the Work

As a key member of our Compliance team you will :

• Review, submit and maintain all occupational licensing processes for Penn Interactive.
• Prepare state licensing guides, instruction sheets, communication, and fingerprinting processes to support our internal business partners.
• Provide administrative support and field questions for internal business partners on all state occupational licensing processes. Research licensing requirements by jurisdiction and resolve any potential issues or concerns.
• Interpret and comply with state gaming agency regulations and legislation, determine action required in consultation with the Compliance team.
• Ensure timeliness, completion and accuracy of state occupational licensing application submissions and reporting submitted on behalf of Penn Interactive.
• Maintain and review contract and procurement processes for Penn Interactive.
• Assist in the tracking of vendor licensing to ensure all partners of Penn Interactive are assessed for licensing needs and comply with any state licensing requirements to support new market rollouts. Provide vendor licensing recommendations based on regulatory requirements.
• Support vendor regulatory notification process, flag vendor due diligence process if meeting threshold requirements, project managing and monitoring vendor licensing process from start to finish and updating PI vendor tracking system. Maintain all files related to vendor license deficiencies, approvals, and renewals, while sending all necessary correspondence for actionable items.
• Keep necessary parties informed and provide status updates. Work with Penn Interactive departments and outside vendors to ensure timelines for licensing requirements are met.
• Complete required state reporting and conduct analyses on reportable data to ensure Penn Interactive compliance.
• Effectively manage regulatory tracking and reporting.
• Organize internal schedules for calls and meetings.
• Provide detailed notes for calls and meetings to both internal and external parties.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously and work well under pressure.
• Develop and document new processes.
• Anticipate and identify issues that may negatively impact business and work with other parties (internal and / or external) to develop and implement solutions.
• Assist the Compliance team with various time sensitive projects.
• Maintains regular and punctual attendance
• Complies with all company policies and procedures
• Performs other duties as assigned

About You

What We Offer

Penn Interactive is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law. Base pay is one part of the Total Rewards that Penn Interactive provides to compensate and recognize employees for their work. Most sales positions are eligible for a Commission under the terms of an applicable plan, while most non-sales positions are eligible for a Bonus. Additionally, Penn Interactive provides best-in-class benefits to eligible employees.