Head of Financial Crime Prevention

VGW; Southwestern Ontario; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading entertainment company located in Southwestern Ontario seeks a Head of Financial Crime Prevention. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in managing Fraud and AML teams, shaping strategies for regulatory compliance, and driving operational excellence through technology. This role emphasizes leadership, operational transformation, and strong compliance knowledge while offering competitive compensation and perks.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Flexible work environment

Opportunities for learning and career advancement

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in Fraud and AML within gaming, fintech, or financial services.
• Prior experience in a senior leadership role managing large operational teams.
• Deep knowledge of global AML/CTF frameworks and regulatory obligations.

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire high-performing Fraud and AML teams.
• Shape and deliver the strategic roadmap for Financial Crime Prevention.
• Drive operational excellence through automation and analytics.

Skills

Fraud and AML management

Leadership experience

Risk management

Compliance knowledge

Change management

Operational transformation

Job description

VGW is an interactive entertainment company, harnessing technology and creativity to deliver world-class, free-to-play online social games.

We have an exciting opportunity to join our Operations team and are currently looking for a Head of Financial Crime Prevention to join the team.

Lead the global Financial Crime Prevention team at VGW, driving strategies that protect players and ensure regulatory compliance. You’ll oversee Fraud and AML operations across multiple regions, building scalable, data-driven risk management practices that balance customer trust with efficient operations.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Lead and inspire high-performing global Fraud and AML teams, fostering a culture of accountability, innovation, and continuous improvement.
• Shape and deliver the strategic roadmap for Financial Crime Prevention across VGW.
• Drive operational excellence through smart use of automation, analytics, and technology to enhance detection and decision-making.
• Partner with Compliance, Product, Data, and Customer Operations teams to build scalable, trusted, and player-focused financial crime prevention capabilities.

What you will bring to the role:

• Extensive experience in Fraud and AML within gaming, fintech, or financial services.
• Prior experience in a senior leadership role, managing large or distributed operational teams across multiple regions.
• Deep knowledge of global AML/CTF frameworks, fraud typologies, and regulatory obligations.
• Proven ability to design and scale fraud and AML controls, alerts, and case management systems.
• Strong background in change management and operational transformation, with a focus on automation, tooling, and continuous improvement.

About VGW

VGW is an interactive entertainment company, harnessing technology and creativity to deliver world-class, free-to-play online social games.

Our high-quality, acclaimed brands include Chumba Casino, Global Poker and LuckyLand Slots, which are enjoyed by millions of players in North America.

Our games are based on a freemium model, meaning they are available to play at no cost, but include optional in-game purchases to enhance gameplay. We also offer sweepstakes promotions where players can collect free entries for the chance to win real-world prizes.

At VGW, one of our core values is “our players come first”. This means always striving to deliver a safe, responsible and positive player experience.

Why VGW?

At VGW, we’re more than just a team. We’re a diverse and inclusive group of individuals, each playing a vital role in our success.

Our core values are clear and strong; we win together, do what’s right, put our players first and are powered by passion.

We believe in our people and are committed to creating an environment where everyone feels welcome, inspired, and supported. We recognise that life is more than just work - that’s why we’re all about flexibility so you can strike a healthy balance between your personal life and career. We’re also here to champion your growth in your current role and future aspirations, providing opportunities for learning and career advancement. And to top it off, we back this all up with competitive compensation, perks and benefits.

But it’s not all business. We inject fun into the workplace, celebrate together and create lasting memories, from a mix of in-person and online events, to social gatherings and much more.

It’s our combined skills, ideas and visions that drive us forward. Join us on this exciting journey, and together, we’ll achieve remarkable things.

If you want to join a team that does things differently, apply today – we look forward to seeing what you can bring to our team.

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