Igaming Compliance Assurance Specialist (Sport And Event Betting Stream)

Ontario has ushered in a novel era of internet gaming (iGaming), under the vigilant regulation of the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO). This oversight guarantees the integrity of both the market and the games, while also furnishing the people of Ontario with comprehensive safeguards and consumer protection. If you excel in navigating intricate and ever-changing landscapes, aspire to enact meaningful change, and thrilled about contributing to the iGaming regulation in Ontario, we want to hear from you!
What You'll Be Doing
As the iGaming Compliance Assurance Specialist for the Sport and Event Betting and other iGaming Streams, you will play a central role in the development and execution of a Sport and Event Betting integrity framework and will carry out iGaming compliance and enforcement activities to assess clients' controls in place to mitigate risk exposures for Sport and Event Betting integrity in line with AGCO Standards and industry best practices.
You will liaise with multiple iGaming operators, iGaming sites, Independent Integrity Monitors, Sports Governing Bodies, major and minor sports leagues, other gaming regulators and law enforcement agencies. As a team member, you will contribute to the team's culture, centered on accountability and trust, and embrace team diversity.
*Work Location: Head Office, Toronto (Hybrid)

What can I expect to do in this role?

Reporting to the Manager, Regulatory Compliance (iGaming), the successful candidate will:

• Act as a key member of AGCO's modern compliance strategy by effectively assessing regulatory risks to target potential areas of non-compliance.
  
• Execute Compliance Assurance activities in respect of AGCO's regulatory standards and requirements, drawing from a broad scope of knowledge and experience with a variety of compliance techniques, employed appropriately for differing circumstances.
  
• Monitor, assess and investigate iGaming operators' Sport and Event Betting controls to ensure they are effectively upholding the integrity of betting and protection of customers.
  
• Keep abreast of emerging risks and trends relating to Sport and Event Betting integrity that may have an impact on the Ontario iGaming market.
  
• Contribute to a culture of continuous improvement by proactively identifying issues and situations that require attention and engagement to resolve them.
  
• Embrace a client-centered approach when interacting with external stakeholders to ensure expectations are understood and compliance is met.
  
• Establish and develop strong trust-based relationships with peers throughout the organization.
  
• Work collaboratively within a cross-functional team to meet or exceed established performance targets.

How do I qualify?

The ideal candidate will have:

• Advanced knowledge of Sport and Event Betting product offerings and integrity processes and controls to be capable of delivering a range of effective Compliance Assurance activities gained through several years of professional experience, and some specialization in the relevant field.
  
• Experience performing investigations into regulatory compliance issues and identifying risks and proposing appropriate mitigations.
  
• Knowledge and experience collecting evidence, assessing client's controls for risk mitigation, and implementing of Compliance Assurance activities.
  
• Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and an investigative mindset.
  
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills with the ability to comfortably communicate with all levels of management and external stakeholders.
  
• Ability to work both independently, with little supervision, and within a cross-functional team with diverse skills.
  
• Willingness to learn other aspects of the iGaming industry/other igaming regulatory streams.
  
• Demonstrated relationship management skills with a proven ability to influence.
  
• Post-secondary diploma or degree in a related field would be an asset.
  
• Knowledge of AGCO regulatory environment and the global iGaming industry will be an asset.
  
• The successful candidate must be eligible to work in Canada and will be subject to a criminal background check.

To apply to this vacancy please submit your application online at our Careers Webpage located at: https://www.agco.ca/careers by 13 February, 2024.

The AGCO is an inclusive and equal opportunity employer.

The AGCO has the responsibility to lead by example in advancing racial equity and to build a diverse, inclusive, accessible and respectful workplace where every employee has a voice and the opportunity to fully contribute. To this effect, you are encouraged to reflect upon the diversity you would bring to the role within your application including, but not limited to, individuals identifying with one or more of the under-represented groups identified within Ontario's Human Rights Code.
Disability related accommodation during the recruitment process is available upon request.