Location: Remote (Poland, Cyprus, or Malta)
Employment Type: Full-time
About the Role
We are recruiting on behalf of our partner, an established business within the igaming industry for their exciting new Sweepstake Casino brand with a strong focus on the U.S. market. They are looking for a Lead Analyst – Risk, Fraud & Payments to establish and refine risk mitigation strategies, fraud detection processes, and payment workflows.
This role is a fantastic opportunity for a seasoned iGaming professional to take ownership of risk, fraud, and payment operations, contributing directly to the growth and security of a rapidly expanding brand. You will be instrumental in building processes from the ground up, ensuring secure transactions while minimizing fraud-related risks.
Key Responsibilities
Risk Management & Compliance
- Develop and implement risk assessment frameworks to monitor and mitigate potential financial and reputational risks.
- Identify high-risk transactions and customer profiles, applying preventative measures to reduce exposure.
- Conduct regular risk reviews and propose action plans to minimize fraudulent activity and financial losses.
- Ensure compliance with industry regulations, AML (Anti-Money Laundering) policies, and responsible gaming standards.
- Collaborate with compliance teams to design and enforce KYC (Know Your Customer) and AML procedures aligned with regulatory requirements.
Fraud Prevention & Detection
- Analyze transactional and behavioral data to detect fraud patterns and optimize prevention strategies.
- Monitor suspicious activity and proactively respond to potential threats using fraud detection tools.
- Investigate chargebacks, bonus abuse, and fraudulent transactions, escalating cases as necessary.
- Maintain internal databases of flagged, locked, or banned accounts to track recurring fraud cases.
- Work closely with customer support, finance, and compliance teams to resolve fraud-related concerns.
Payments Processing & Optimization
- Oversee payment workflows to ensure efficient and secure processing of transactions.
- Act as the primary point of contact for payment providers, handling escalations and maintaining strong industry relationships.
- Monitor payment trends, chargeback rates, and transactional anomalies to identify areas for process improvements.
- Collaborate with finance and compliance departments to ensure payment operations meet regulatory and operational standards.
- Support the integration of new payment providers and alternative payment methods to enhance user experience.
Data Analysis & Reporting
- Generate detailed reports on fraud trends, risk exposure, and payment performance.
- Analyze key fraud and payment metrics, identifying patterns and opportunities for optimization.
- Provide insights and recommendations to improve fraud prevention and risk management strategies.
- Maintain detailed documentation of risk policies, fraud cases, and operational procedures for compliance and internal use.
What We’re Looking For
Experience & Technical Knowledge
- 3+ years of experience in Risk, Fraud, and/or Payments within the iGaming industry.
- Strong understanding of fraud detection, risk management, and payment processing workflows.
- Previous experience working with Sweepstake Casinos or U.S.-focused online gambling operators is a plus.
- Knowledge of AML, KYC, and other compliance frameworks relevant to iGaming.
- Hands-on experience with fraud detection tools and chargeback prevention solutions.
- Familiarity with leading payment providers and risk mitigation technologies.
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret and apply data-driven insights.
Soft Skills & Competencies
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.
- Strong attention to detail and problem-solving mindset.
- Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, remote-first environment.
- Proactive approach with a willingness to take ownership of fraud and risk management processes.
- Ability to collaborate effectively across departments, including customer support, finance, and compliance.
What’s in It for You?
- Fully remote role with flexibility to work from Poland, Cyprus, or Malta.
- A unique opportunity to establish risk and fraud processes from the ground up.
- Career progression opportunities in a well-established and fast-growing company.
- Competitive salary and benefits.
- Be part of an innovative, high-energy team in a rapidly expanding industry.
If you’re a fraud prevention and risk management expert looking for a challenging and rewarding opportunity in the iGaming industry, we’d love to hear from you! 🚀