Scopely is seeking a Head of Risk Management to join our Legal Team in Culver City, CA on a hybrid basis in our Culver City hub.
The Head of Risk Management provides overall leadership and direction for the company’s risk management and compliance programs. The Head of Risk Management will report to our Chief Legal Officer with a dotted line to the Board of Directors. The Head of Risk Management will be responsible for identifying, assessing, and mitigating risks across all operations, monitoring market trends and regulatory developments, and ensuring the company's compliance with applicable laws and industry standards. This role involves partnering with various internal teams, including Legal, Finance, Technology, Product, and Marketing, to address complex business challenges and establish new risk management initiatives.
What You Will Do
- Develop and implement a comprehensive risk management strategy that aligns with the company's objectives and growth plans
- Establish a risk management framework integrating all business functions, including product development, marketing, finance, and operations
- Create, review, and update risk management policies, including enterprise, investment, and operational risks, and ensure policies are effectively communicated and adhered to across the organization
- Ensure compliance with industry regulations and standards, such as data protection laws (e.g., GDPR, CCPA), mobile application security standards, and consumer protection regulations
- Oversee the implementation of cybersecurity measures to protect our games and customer data
- Prepare and present regular risk reports to senior management and the board of directors, highlighting key risk management & Business Continuity activities and recommendations for risk optimization
- Foster a risk-aware culture within the organization through training and communication initiatives
What You Will Need
- Bachelor's degree in business, law, or a related field. Advanced degree or certification in risk management or compliance preferred
- 10+ years of relevant risk management and compliance experience, preferably in a multinational technology in-house setting (mobile and/or gaming industry experience is strongly preferred)
- Experience developing and implementing risk management and compliance programs
- Working knowledge of local, national, regional and international risk and compliance laws and regulations and experience with industry ‘best practice’
- Exhibit strong executive presence with the ability to effectively advise senior leaders, establish credibility at all organizational levels and earn respect throughout the company
- Present ideas logically, assertively and effectively. Facilitate consensus and use it effectively to resolve conflict and overcome resistance
- Understand and incorporate enterprise-wide strategy and priorities into daily tasks and assignments
- Demonstrate business acumen
- Must have excellent organizational, time management and communication skills, and the ability to multitask in a rapidly changing environment