Senior Risk Manager

About the job

Are you an experienced risk and fraud leader ready to safeguard one of the fastest-growing iGaming operations in the U.S. and beyond?

A fast-growing international iGaming and sports betting group, is seeking a Senior Risk Manager to join its operations team at the New Jersey headquarters. This role is central to protecting the business from complex financial crime risks while ensuring seamless, secure experiences for our highest-value players.

📍 Location: Fort Lee, New Jersey

⏰ Work Mode: 100% Onsite (Hybrid, Remote not available)

The Role 🛠️

As the Senior Risk Manager, you’ll be a critical line of defense at the intersection of fraud prevention, AML, and VIP operations. You’ll lead the day-to-day risk workflows, coordinate VIP withdrawals, and collaborate closely with Compliance and Operations to uphold regulatory standards while supporting an exceptional player experience.

What You’ll Do 🚀

• Compile and distribute risk and performance reports to support ongoing analysis and decision-making.
• Follow internal workflows and procedures, offering clarification and guidance to managers when needed.
• Prioritize and coordinate the processing of withdrawals for VIP customers to ensure timely, high-touch service.
• Deliver effective solutions for various ad-hoc operational tasks and requests across the department.
• Ensure AML compliance in line with applicable regulatory requirements and internal policies.
• Conduct transaction monitoring and escalate suspicious activity reports (SARs) where appropriate.
• Collaborate with the Compliance Officer to maintain and enhance AML policies, procedures, and training programs.
• Monitor player behavior and transaction patterns to detect anomalies related to fraud, AML, or bonus abuse.
• Provide clear procedural advice to senior management on risk-related operational issues.
• Support internal training initiatives to embed a strong risk and compliance culture across the organization.

What We’re Looking For 🎯

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Criminology, Finance, or a related field.
• 5+ years’ experience in Risk Management, Fraud, or Payments within the iGaming or Fintech sectors.
• Relevant professional certifications (e.g., CAMS, ICA) are highly desirable.
• Extensive experience with AML regulations, transaction monitoring, and filing SARs.
• Proven track record of identifying and mitigating complex threats such as bonus abuse, multi-accounting, and identity fraud.
• Advanced analytical skills with the ability to compile detailed risk reports and translate data into operational strategy.
• Direct experience managing high-value/VIP withdrawals and prioritizing workflows under pressure.
• In-depth understanding of global gaming regulatory requirements and compliance standards.
• Exceptional communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with Compliance Officers and cross-functional teams.

Ability to work full-time from the Fort Lee, NJ office, with flexibility for frequent travel across North America.

Why Join 💎

Join a dynamic, international organization where operational excellence, integrity, and collaboration are at the core of everything we do. You’ll play a pivotal role in safeguarding the business, protecting players, and shaping a robust risk framework in a fast-evolving regulated environment.

✅ Compensation: Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications

✅ Benefits: Full medical, dental, and vision insurance + 401(k) plan

✅ Perks: Generous PTO, in-office celebrations for birthdays and milestones, and partially subsidized breakfasts and lunches

✅ Impact: High-visibility role with significant influence over risk posture, VIP experience, and overall business integrity

If you’re ready to lead critical risk operations in a high-growth gaming environment and outsmart complex fraud and AML threats, we’d love to hear from you.

👉 Please apply via LinkedIn Easy Apply.