Senior Risk Officer

LeoVegas is seeking a Senior Risk Officer to enhance and implement risk strategies that protect its dynamic iGaming business and drive innovation. This pivotal role will focus on maturing the Enterprise Risk Management framework across the Group, with significant exposure to financial, operational, and compliance risks.

The successful candidate will collaborate closely with various departments, utilise GRC software, and champion a strong risk-aware culture throughout the organisation.

• Develop, maintain, and continuously improve the Group's ERM framework, policies, and procedures, ensuring alignment with best practices, regulations, industry standards such as ISO, the evolving risk landscape and strategic goals.
• Develop and manage the Risk Appetite Framework, including Key Risk Indicator (KRI) creation and monitoring shifts in the Group’s Risk Appetite, whilst supporting robust risk governance processes and committee reporting.
• Serve as one of the primary users of the Risk software of the Group, responsible for assisting, as required, the GRC System Administrator with the ongoing maintenance, optimization, and user support of the risk software on the GRC platform.
• Lead risk assessments for new initiatives, products and projects.
• Develop, support, and monitor effective mitigation strategies.
• Proactively identify, monitor and report on emerging risks and trends, maintaining up-to-date risk registers and Key Risk Indicators (KRIs).
• Analyze risk trends and provide insightful reporting to management, including on KRIs.
• Assist management in developing effective controls to mitigate identified risks.
• Collaborate with the Internal Audit function to facilitate and monitor the implementation of effective risk management practices by operational management.
• Promote a risk-aware culture by providing guidance and delivery of training sessions to diverse audiences at all levels.
• Partner across departments (e.g., Compliance, Privacy, Operations, Finance, Internal Audit etc) to ensure a holistic and consistent approach to risk management.
• Prepare clear, concise, and well-structured risk reports for management and relevant committees.
• Effectively communicate technical or complex risk information to diverse audiences.
• Contribute to regulatory and ISO certification audits as required.
• Provide guidance and training to Risk Officers and junior team members, fostering their professional development.
• Guide stakeholders with patience and constructive feedback, persuading and motivating others to integrate risk management into their decision-making processes.

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (e.g., Business, Finance, Law, Information Technology) (required).
• A holder of a Professional risk management qualification (e.g., PRM by PRMIA, FRM by GARP, CISA, ACA, ACCA or CRISC) is preferred.
• 3 to 5+ years of proven experience in a risk management role, ideally within iGaming, banking, fintech, or payments (required).
• Alternatively, Big 4 experience in a Risk Advisory role (required).
• Practical experience in the design and implementation of ERM frameworks, with a strong understanding of financial, operational, and compliance risks (required).
• Strong understanding of risk assessment methodologies, control frameworks (e.g., ISO, COSO, COBIT), and regulatory compliance requirements (required).
• Experience with GRC Tooling and other technological means to measure risk positions (including tools like Tableau) (required).
• Strong attention to detail, ensuring accuracy in data collection, analysis, and reporting and proven analytical and numeracy skills with the ability to analyse data and identify risks trends (required).
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with a good understanding of systems, management information, and reporting systems (required).
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (written and verbal), with the ability to convey complex information clearly and concisely whilst influencing stakeholders at all levels (required).
• Demonstrated ability to manage cross-functional initiatives, develop and deliver training to large groups of people, and foster a risk-aware culture (required).
• Prior knowledge of the betting and gaming industry (nice-to-have).
• Project management skills (including knowledge of JIRA) (nice-to-have).
• Experience in building and managing teams (nice-to-have).

• Hybrid work policy
• 4 weeks of Workation (T&C apply)
• Well-being allowance to support your active lifestyle
• Private health insurance
• Discounts across a range of retailers, gyms, bars & restaurants
• Employee assistance program that can provide help and guidance during challenging moments

LeoVegas Group is a Swedish mobile-first iGaming company founded in 2011, headquartered in Stockholm with its main operational hub in Sliema, Malta. A pioneer of mobile casino, it operates online casino and sportsbook products across regulated markets through brands including LeoVegas, BetUK, Expekt, Pink Casino and GoGo Casino. In 2022 the group was acquired by MGM Resorts International and now serves as MGM's international online-gaming arm, having previously been listed on Nasdaq Stockholm.

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