Avento MT is searching for an exceptional and experienced professional to join our team as the Head of the Risk & Fraud Department.
This senior leadership role demands a candidate with a proven track record in the iGaming industry, a deep understanding of risk management, and the ability to lead and innovate. Proficiency in both English and Russian is required.
Requirements:
- Ideally, over 5 years of experience in a similar senior role within the iGaming industry.
- Strong ability to balance risk and opportunity in a pro-business, customer-centric manner.
- Detail-oriented and analytical mindset with a keen attention to detail.
- Extensive knowledge of the Risk/Fraud landscape in various jurisdictions.
- Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
- Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to motivate and lead a team.
- Proficient in both verbal and written English; knowledge of Russian is desirable.
Responsibilities:
- Formulate a long-term strategy for the Risk & Fraud Department.
- Develop risk management policies to guide departmental operations.
- Conduct market analysis to prevent fraud and assess potential risks.
- Evaluate candidates for positions within the Risk & Fraud department.
- Continuously improve and optimize processes to enhance departmental efficiency.
- Analyze and adjust business rules for risk mitigation.
- Lead team development and motivation efforts within the Risk & Fraud Department.
- Organize, supervise, and evaluate the performance of departmental staff.
- Oversee player activity monitoring to detect suspicious activities.
- Create and evaluate development plans for team members.
- Formulate and assess contingency development plans.
- Monitor and improve key departmental metrics.
- Ensure compliance with all regulatory and legislative requirements.
- Collaborate effectively with other departments to achieve common goals.
- Manage and/or supervise specific projects within the Risk & Fraud department.
- Regularly prepare and present departmental reports for senior management.
- Develop and implement crisis management plans in case of serious incidents.
- Research and supervise the implementation of new technologies and methods for fraud detection and prevention, customer verification, and risk management.
- Conduct internal audits and checks to identify vulnerabilities in systems and processes related to risk and fraud.
We are seeking a highly senior candidate ready to lead our established team with refined processes and bring new expertise and knowledge to the table. If you have a strong background in the iGaming industry and are prepared to shape the future of our Risk & Fraud Department, we encourage you to apply. Join us in our mission to maintain the highest standards of integrity and security within the industry. Apply now!
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