Payments Risk Team Lead .

Payments Risk Team Lead
Location - Armenia, Yerevan 
Working Model - Onsite 
 

A leading iGaming business is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Payment Risk Team Lead to join the Risk team. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in payment processes, fraud prevention, and risk mitigation strategies. This role would report to the Head of Risk Management. 

Key Responsibilities:

• Analyze payment transactions and detect potential fraudulent activities using advanced fraud detection tools and data-driven insights.
• Develop and implement risk mitigation strategies to prevent fraud, chargebacks, and other payment-related risks.
• Eventually build and lead a team of risk management professionals
• Monitor and report on payment-related risks, fraud trends, and mitigation efforts to senior management and key stakeholders.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to ensure smooth and secure payment processing.
• Address and resolve payment-related issues in a timely manner.
• Continuously assess and improve payment risk management tools and practices to stay ahead of emerging threats.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• Hard Skills:
• Expertise in analyzing transaction patterns and utilizing data-driven insights for fraud detection and decision-making.
• In-depth knowledge of payment systems, payment gateways, and the regulatory landscape related to payment processing.
• Familiarity with fraud detection software, reporting systems, and payment risk management tools.

Soft Skills:

Proven ability to lead, motivate, and develop a team, ensuring high performance and alignment with business objectives.

Attention to detail and a meticulous approach to monitoring payment transactions for potential risks or fraud.

Excellent communication skills

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Information Technology, or a related field (preferred).
• 3+ years of experience in payment risk management, fraud detection, or related fields.
• Proven track record of managing payment risk in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.

Why Join Us:

• Opportunity to professionally progress in a dynamic and evolving industry.
• Health insurance
• Transportation 
• A collaborative work environment where innovation is encouraged.
• Competitive salary available

If you are passionate about payments and risk management. We encourage you to apply by submitting your resume .