Senior Manager - Risk Operations

Hard Rock Digital; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading online gaming operator in Toronto is seeking a highly skilled Senior Manager – Risk to build and lead their Canadian operational risk function. You will oversee KYC, fraud prevention, and AML monitoring while ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. Ideal candidates will have over 3 years of experience in operational risk management. The role offers competitive pay, flexible work options, and the chance to contribute to a passionate team.

Benefits

Competitive pay and benefits

Flexible vacation allowance

Flexible work from home or office hours

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in Operational Risk, Compliance, or Fraud Operations.
• Proven experience managing front-line operational teams in regulated environments.
• Strong understanding of AML, KYC, Fraud, Payments, RG, and EDD.

Responsibilities

• Establish and manage front-line operational teams in Canada.
• Oversee KYC, fraud prevention, payments risk, and AML monitoring.
• Drive operational delivery and incident management.

Skills

Operational Risk Management

Compliance

Fraud Operations

Communication Skills

Tools

Risk Analytics Tools

Case Management Tools

Job description

What are we building?

Hard Rock Digital is a team focused on becoming the best online sportsbook, casino, and social gaming company in the world. We’re building a team that resonates passion for learning, operating and building new products and technologies for millions of consumers. We care about each customer's interaction, experience, behavior, and insight and strive to ensure we’re always acting authentically.

Rooted in the kindred spirits of Hard Rock and the Seminole Tribe of Florida, the new Hard Rock Digital taps a brand known the world over as the leader in gaming, entertainment, and hospitality. We’re taking that foundation of success and bringing it to the digital space — ready to join us?

What’s the position?

We’re looking for a highly skilled Senior Manager – Risk to help build and lead our Canadian operational risk function for a leading online gaming operator.

In this pivotal role, you’ll take direction and collaborate closely with global leadership across Fraud, Payments, AML, Responsible Gaming (RG), Enhanced Due Diligence (EDD), and Customer Verification. You’ll be responsible for establishing and managing front-line operational teams in Canada, overseeing KYC, fraud prevention, payments risk, and AML monitoring while ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.

As a key leader in the first line of defence, you’ll drive operational delivery, incident management, and escalations to the Compliance function, maintaining alignment with the group’s global risk strategy. You’ll play an integral role in embedding a strong risk culture, improving processes, and protecting customers through effective governance and oversight.

What are we looking for?

• 3+ years’ experience in Operational Risk, Compliance, or Fraud Operations within online gaming, payments, or fintech.
• Proven experience managing front-line operational teams in regulated environments.
• Strong understanding of AML, KYC, Fraud, Payments, RG, and EDD frameworks.
• Experience in team building and operational setup, ideally in a new market or jurisdiction.
• Excellent communication skills and proven ability to liaise and collaborate across global leadership and compliance teams.
• Ability to work independently while following strategic direction from established leadership.

Desirable

• Familiarity with Canadian regulatory frameworks for gaming and financial crime compliance.
• Professional certifications such as CAMS, ICA, or equivalent.
• Experience with workflow, risk analytics, or case management tools.

What’s in it for you?

We offer our employees more than just competitive compensation. Our team benefits include:

• Competitive pay and benefits
• Flexible vacation allowance
• Flexible work from home or office hours
• Startup culture backed by a secure, global brand
• Opportunity to build products enjoyed by millions as part of a passionate team

Roster of Uniques

We care deeply about every interaction our customers have with us, and trust and empower our staff to own and drive their experience. Our vision for our business and customers is built on fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment where regardless of background or beliefs you feel able to be authentic and bring all your talent into play. We want to celebrate you being you (we are an equal opportunities employer)