At PointsBet, we have only built a fraction of what we have imagined.
Launched in Australia in 2017, PointsBet is committed to delivering the ultimate betting experience. As a global leader in the industry, our people are united by a shared mission: to push boundaries and elevate the thrill of the game – always with a focus on a safe, responsible experience for all users. Our diverse team brings together the best of tech, sports knowledge and creative vision to deliver an exciting platform for sports and racing enthusiasts worldwide.
PointsBet is looking for an experienced compliance leader to step into a hands-on, senior leadership role overseeing our AML/CTF, Payments & Fraud across Australia and Canada.
This is a rare opportunity for an AML/CTF specialist to take on genuine governance ownership of a licensed wagering operator's compliance framework, while leading a high-performing team through a period of significant regulatory reform.
The role is accountable for the design, governance and continuous improvement of the AML/CTF Program, risk assessment and controls environment in line with the AML/CTF Act, AML/CTF Rules and AUSTRAC expectations. The position has responsibility for providing oversight and governance of PointsBet Australia's AML/CTF compliance framework, with the AML/CTF Compliance Officer (AMLCO).
Beyond AML/CTF, you'll also carry overall leadership responsibility for Payments & Fraud, ensuring these functions operate as an integrated, cohesive part of the customer protection framework - and you'll drive alignment of AML/CTF methodology and standards between PointsBet Australia and PointsBet Canada.
What You'll Own
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AML/CTF Program Oversight - the ML/TF risk assessment, Program and supporting policies; AUSTRAC reporting obligations (SMRs, TTRs, IFTIs) either directly or via governance oversight; ECDD, PEP, sanctions screening and source of funds/wealth methodologies
- Regulatory Engagement - regulator relationships for AML/CTF matters, including AUSTRAC information requests and examinations; Board and Committee papers on AML/CTF risk and program effectiveness
- Compliance Framework & Governance - the compliance governance calendar, monitoring and testing program, and escalation point for high-risk or novel compliance matters
- Payments & Fraud - integration of transaction monitoring and fraud controls with the AML/CTF framework, and uplift of fraud detection through data, automation and AI-enabled tooling
- AU–Canada Synergies - alignment of AML/CTF methodology, risk appetite and control standards across jurisdictions
- People Leadership - coaching and developing of the compliance, Payments and Fraud and customer service leaders and teams.
What You'll Bring
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Strong working knowledge of the AML/CTF Act, AML/CTF Rules (including the post-reform baseline) and AUSTRAC expectations, sufficient to provide credible governance and challenge to the AMLCO
- Personal AMLCO experience or eligibility for the AMLCO designation is highly regarded and may see you hold the designation directly
- CAMS or an equivalent AML/CTF professional qualification viewed favourably - more strongly weighted if you're to hold the AMLCO designation directly
- Previous Senior leadership experience in compliance, customer protection and/or payments/fraud within a regulated environment - wagering, gambling or financial services preferred. Additional leadership experience in Customer Operations will be highly regarded.
- Working knowledge of payments and fraud risk management
- Experience operating across multiple jurisdictions or entities, balancing group consistency with local regulatory nuance (Canadian AML/CTF or gaming experience an advantage)
- Strong stakeholder management skills, including Board, regulator and executive engagement
- Proven people leadership and sound commercial judgement - able to balance regulatory rigor with pragmatic, growth-supportive outcomes
- PointsBet Flex Program – Enjoy hybrid working, "Work from Anywhere" weeks and sabbatical leave, to name a few.
- PointsBet Day – Celebrate your PointsBet anniversary with a day off.
- Annual Bonus Scheme – Recognising exceptional performance, our bonus program rewards great work with additional earnings on top of competitive salary packages.
- Parental Leave – 18 weeks for Primary Carers and 4 weeks for Secondary Carers.
- Employee Assistance Program – access support whenever you need it.
- Additional Perks - Social events, gym classes, pet friendly offices, stocked kitchens, sporting event tickets, wellness programs and more!
Join us in our journey to change the game, innovate daily and create a platform that sports lovers across the globe can trust and enjoy.
Don’t meet every requirement on the job description? That’s okay!
We encourage you to apply anyway. We are built different at PointsBet, because we think different. We value diverse perspectives and are excited to hear from applicants with unique skill sets. Your individuality and experience could be the perfect addition to our team.
At PointsBet, we have only built a fraction of what we have imagined. Launched in Australia in 2017, PointsBet is committed to delivering the ultimate betting experience. As a global leader in the industry, our people at PointsBet are united by a shared mission: to push boundaries and elevate the thrill of the game - always with a focus on a safe, responsible experience for all our users. Our diverse team brings together the best of tech, sports knowledge and creative vision to deliver an exciting platform for sports and racing enthusiasts worldwide.
