Regulatory Compliance Manager - iGaming

BettingJobs; Toronto; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent online bookmaker based in Toronto is seeking a Regulatory Compliance Manager to lead and develop their compliance team. This critical role involves ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements in the sports betting industry, overseeing daily activities, and liaising with regulatory authorities. The ideal candidate will have over 3 years of relevant experience, strong leadership abilities, and expertise in multi-jurisdictional gambling regulations. A bachelor's degree is required; a law degree is preferred.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years in sports betting or iGaming regulatory compliance with regulator engagement.
• Proven experience in managing compliance teams effectively.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills for engaging with regulators.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Regulatory Compliance team and oversee daily regulatory activities.
• Implement compliance control systems with cross-departmental collaboration.
• Act as primary liaison with regulatory authorities.

Skills

3+ years' experience in sports betting regulatory compliance

Leadership and team management

Strong knowledge of online gambling regulatory frameworks

Excellent communication skills

Analytical and solution-oriented

Education

Bachelor's degree

Law degree (preferred)

Job description

BettingJobs is thrilled to collaborate with our client, a prominent online bookmaker known for transforming the sports betting and gaming industry, in their search for a Regulatory Compliance Manager to join their team in Toronto.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the Regulatory Compliance team, including training and mentoring.
• Oversee daily regulatory activities and key projects to ensure online Sportsbook and Casino operations comply with jurisdictional requirements.
• Implement and maintain compliance control systems, partnering with Sportsbook, Operations, IT, and other stakeholders to mitigate risk.
• Develop and regularly update regulatory policies and operational procedures.
• Act as primary liaison with regulatory authorities and integrity monitoring partners.
• Oversee regulatory reporting, audits, responses, and remediation plans.
• Partner with the Integrity Manager to maintain an integrity monitoring framework and manage reporting obligations.
• Manage license renewals and regulatory change processes.
• Support broader compliance strategy and departmental goals.
• Deliver compliance advisory support and training to staff.
• Analyse regulatory requirements for new jurisdictions to support market expansion.

Requirements

• 3+ years' progressive experience in sports betting and/or iGaming regulatory compliance, including direct regulator engagement.
• Proven experience leading compliance teams and driving accountability.
• Strong knowledge of multi-jurisdictional online gambling regulatory frameworks.
• Bachelor's degree required; Law degree or equivalent strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to manage high-impact regulatory matters under tight deadlines.
• Experience with license applications, renewals, audits, and regulatory change management.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with confidence engaging regulators and senior stakeholders.
• Strong leadership presence and ability to foster a culture of compliance.
• Highly organized, able to manage multiple regulatory projects simultaneously.
• Commercially astute, balancing regulatory risk with business objectives across B2C and B2B environments.
• Analytical and solution-oriented, providing clear, risk-based recommendations.
• Skilled in implementing structured regulatory change initiatives across departments.