Risk & Fraud Specialist (Sports Betting & Online Gaming)
- Mauritius
- Not disclosed
- Permanent
- Added 18/12/2025
- Closing 17/01/2026
- Jamsed Mohamud
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About the Role
We are seeking a Risk & Fraud Specialist with strong experience in sports betting and online gaming, particularly within mobile money ecosystems.
Key Responsibilities
- Monitor, analyze, and investigate suspicious player and transaction activity across sports betting and online gaming platforms
- Detect and mitigate fraud related to:
- Mobile money payments and withdrawals
- Bonus abuse, multi-accounting, and arbitrage betting
- Payment fraud, chargebacks, and account takeovers
- Develop and optimize fraud rules, risk scoring models, and alerting thresholds
- Conduct in-depth investigations and produce clear case documentation and recommendations
- Collaborate with Payments, Product, Compliance, and Customer Support teams to reduce risk exposure
- Support fraud prevention strategies tailored to emerging markets, including local payment methods and player behavior patterns
- Track fraud KPIs and provide regular reporting on trends, losses, and prevention effectiveness
- Stay up to date with evolving fraud tactics in sports betting, online gaming, and mobile money ecosystems
- Assist with regulatory, audit, and compliance requirements related to AML and fraud controls
Required Experience & Skills
- 5+ years of experiencein fraud and risk management within:
- Sports betting
- Online gaming / iGaming
- Digital payments or fintech (mobile money experience is essential)
- Strong understanding of:
- Sports betting mechanics and player behavior
- Online gaming fraud typologies
- Mobile money fraud risks and controls
- Experience working with fraud monitoring tools, case management systems, and data analysis platforms
- Ability to analyze large volumes of transactional and behavioral data
- Solid knowledge of AML, KYC, and responsible gaming principles
- Strong investigative, analytical, and decision-making skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Nice to Have
- Experience working in or supporting emerging markets (Africa, LATAM, Asia, or similar regions)
- Familiarity with local payment providers and alternative payment methods
- Experience in high-growth or fast-paced gaming environments
- Knowledge of relevant gaming regulations and licensing frameworks
What We Offer