Risk Manager

About the Role

Are you an analytical thinker with a passion for uncovering anomalies and preventing financial fraud? As a Risk Manager, you will act as a vital line of defense for our platform, analyzing complex user transactions, affiliate behaviors, and third-party payment risks. Joining our world-class team in Cyprus, you will combine sharp data investigation with exceptional player care to secure a high-velocity global ecosystem.

About the Client

Our client is a rapidly growing operational services powerhouse based in Cyprus, widely recognized for fostering an exceptionally warm, collaborative, and friendly company culture. They deliver premium, high-performance solutions—spanning R&D, Customer Support, KYC, Risk, and Anti-Fraud—to high-traffic online businesses globally. As their exclusive recruitment partner, Lionhires is proud to manage their full-cycle talent acquisition and help scale this dynamic team.

What You Will Do

• Liaise directly with players regarding complex, account-related issues, resolving problems efficiently while maintaining an exceptional standard of customer care.

• Analyze customer deposits, behavioral patterns, and account classifications to proactively detect fraud, rectify transaction errors, and mitigate financial risks.

• Audit and review Affiliate account records to uncover and isolate patterns of irregular activity or compliance breaches.

• Propose strategic upgrades to internal tools, operational procedures, and monitoring systems to strengthen fraud prevention frameworks.

• Investigate intricate financial discrepancies across user accounts by conducting deep-dive historical data checks.

• Collaborate with cross-functional internal departments to streamline risk resolutions, share operational insights, and maintain quality control.

• Evaluate risk vectors and potential vulnerabilities linked to third-party payment processors to ensure seamless, secure transaction flows.

What You Bring

• Domain Knowledge: A solid foundational understanding of Risk, KYC, AML frameworks, or the broader financial services industry.

• Analytical Prowess: Strong logical reasoning skills with a structured, data-driven approach to dissecting complex issues.

• Decision-Making: Confident problem-solving abilities and the capacity to make sound risk judgements under tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

• Communication: Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with a proven ability to deliver constructive feedback effectively.

• Technical Literacy: High proficiency with Microsoft Office tools and a strong comfort level learning advanced internal database systems.

• Leadership & Collaboration: A natural team-player mentality with a proven aptitude for guiding, influencing, and supporting colleagues.

• Drive: High self-motivation, adaptability, and a proactive attitude toward continuous professional improvement.

What's in It for You

We believe in rewarding our team with a vibrant workplace culture and a highly competitive benefits package, including:

• Financial Rewards: KPI-driven bonus structures.

• Health & Wellness: Comprehensive medical insurance coverage.

• Work-Life Balance: 24 days of annual paid vacation.

• Office Perks: A modern, attractive office location in Limassol equipped with premium facilities, standard office snacks, and partially subsidized daily breakfasts and lunches.

• Personal Growth: Partially funded language classes to expand your skill set.

• Culture & Support: Relocation assistance to ease your move to Cyprus and active membership in the company’s vibrant Social Club.