Job Description

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

Skills Required