Risk & Compliance Manager
Reporting into the Head of R&C – Technology, this senior role will work in close partnership with key stakeholders across Sportsbet’s Technology areas (including AI, Cloud, Data and Operational Platforms, and Major Projects) in addition to other business functions to effectively manage risk to enable us to achieve our business objectives. We're looking for a passionate and experienced tech risk leader to join our Line 1 function, acting as a trusted enabler to identify and assess risks, and to develop, implement and validate appropriate mitigations and controls.
- Providing deep, applied expertise in AI and other emerging Technology risks, translating risk expectations into practical controls, monitoring and assurance.
- Work with key stakeholders to make an effective assessment of leadership risk appetite as it relates to key technology activities, supported with practical measurement of business’ maintenance of this appetite.
- Design, review and refine preventive and detective controls to manage those risks, leveraging an AI and automation first approach where feasible.
- Manage internal and external audits, including scoping, preparation, walkthroughs and remediation tracking.
- Interpret complex technology architectures, platforms and control environments, and translate how technology risks propagate and manifest across end‑to‑end business processes in a highly digital, technology‑dependent organisation.
- Proven experience designing, implementing and improving control frameworks in operational environments utilising AI and other emerging technologies. (required)
- Experience identifying, assessing and managing regulatory and operational risks, including overseeing remediation and continuous improvement activity (required)
- Experience leading or overseeing assurance activities such as control testing, issue management and audit engagement (required)
- Competitive salary
- Generous performance-based bonus for permanent staff members
- 25 days annual leave
- Hybrid working policy (Monday and Friday from home)
- $1,050 home office allowance for new starters
- Industry leading Parental Leave support program with 26 weeks paid leave for Primary Carers and no wait time
- Progressive return to work benefit for the first 6 months back: come back for 3 days, get paid for 4; come back for 4 days, get paid for 5.
- Hack Days
- Access to outstanding career development programs, including expert-led internal training and external learning opportunities (staff allowance for personal development)
- Weekly concierge service including free massages and nail appointments – all onsite in our Melbourne office!
- Free breakfast, daily fresh fruit and weekly rotating socials, from Thursday office drinks to fun team events
- End of trip facilities with onsite table tennis and pool tables
- Discounted health insurance
- Free flu jabs yearly
Sportsbet is a leading Australian online wagering platform, with a team of more than 1,300 people across Melbourne, Sydney and Darwin – with over half of that working across technology and data. We serve more than 2.4 million customers through a customer-first, insight-driven and agile approach, helping Australians engage safely with the racing and sporting events they love. In 2026, we were recognised by WORK180 as one of Australia’s Top 101 Employers for Women, ranking number #35. We’re proud of our products, our people, our platforms and our partnerships. As a market leader, we’re committed to strong corporate and social responsibility. We don’t just meet regulatory requirements - we aim to exceed them - prioritising the safety and wellbeing of our customers while setting high standards across the industry. We’re a flexible, progressive and inclusive employer that values diversity. At Sportsbet, we look beyond experience alone, focusing on behaviours, learning agility and expertise to find the right fit for our team. Not only do we support diversity – we celebrate it! With state-of-the-art office spaces, regular development opportunities, games, and team activities, along with some of the smartest colleagues you’ll ever meet, Sportsbet is a place where you can thrive. We’re confident that working here will be the most exciting chapter of your career!