Director of Risk & Compliance
Department: Risk & Compliance / Legal & Compliance
Reports To: CEO / COO / VP, Legal & Compliance
Employment Type: Full-time
Work Location: Manila, Singapore, Hong Kong, or Remote (with business travel as required)
Position Overview
The Director of Risk & Compliance is responsible for leading the company's global risk management and compliance strategy. This role ensures business operations comply with applicable laws, regulations, and licensing requirements across multiple jurisdictions while supporting sustainable and compliant growth.
Key Responsibilities
Risk & Compliance Strategy
* Develop, implement, and continuously improve enterprise-wide risk management and compliance frameworks
* Ensure company operations comply with applicable legal, regulatory, and licensing requirements across jurisdictions
AML, KYC & Fraud Prevention
* Oversee KYC, AML, and anti-fraud frameworks, including user behavior monitoring, transaction analysis, and fund flow risk management
* Establish controls to detect, prevent, and respond to money laundering, fraud, and financial crime risks
Licensing & Regulatory Oversight
* Lead or support regulatory licensing applications, renewals, and ongoing compliance obligations
* Coordinate with internal stakeholders and external advisors across regulated jurisdictions
Data Protection & Privacy
* Manage data protection and privacy compliance initiatives, including GDPR, PDPA, and related regulations
* Strengthen data governance, security, and user privacy controls
Cross-Functional Collaboration
* Partner with legal, finance, payment, and operations teams to optimize risk controls
* Enhance transaction monitoring, blacklist management, user tiering, and internal control mechanisms
Monitoring, Reporting & Advisory
* Produce regular compliance reports, risk assessments, and internal reviews
* Provide early-warning indicators and mitigation recommendations for key business initiatives
* Track global regulatory developments in gambling, financial services, and payments
Team Leadership
* Lead, develop, and evaluate the risk and compliance team
* Establish training programs, performance standards, and succession planning
Required Qualifications
* Bachelor's degree or higher in Law, Finance, Accounting, Risk Management, or a related field
* 8+ years of experience in risk management, compliance, or regulatory roles, including leadership experience
* Strong knowledge of AML, KYC, anti-fraud frameworks, and compliance standards
* Experience supporting or managing regulatory licensing and ongoing compliance in regulated industries
* Strong analytical, risk assessment, and crisis-management capabilities
* Professional proficiency in English, with experience working in multinational or cross-border environments
Preferred Qualifications
* Experience in gaming, gambling, fintech, payments, or financial services industries
* Professional certifications such as ACAMS, ICA, CAMS, or CFE
* Familiarity with virtual currency or digital payment risk and compliance frameworks
* Experience engaging with international regulators or external legal advisors
Compensation
* Monthly Salary: Competitive and negotiable, based on experience and qualifications
* Additional Incentives: Performance bonus, year-end bonus, and potential equity participation
Benefits
Benefits may include, subject to local laws and eligibility:
* Flexible working arrangements
* Medical and health insurance coverage
* Housing or relocation support (where applicable)
* Travel allowances for business travel
* Professional development and training support
* Holiday and leave benefits in accordance with local regulations