Senior Manager, Gaming Compliance & Risk

At DraftKings, AI is becoming an integral part of both our present and future, powering how work gets done today, guiding smarter decisions, and sparking bold ideas. It's transforming how we enhance customer experiences, streamline operations, and unlock new possibilities. Our teams are energized by innovation and readily embrace emerging technology. We're not waiting for the future to arrive. We're shaping it, one bold step at a time. To those who see AI as a driver of progress, come build the future together. The Crown Is Yours As a Senior Manager, Gaming Compliance & Risk you'll lead the charge in shaping and executing regulatory strategy across a complex, multi-jurisdictional landscape. You'll work at the intersection of regulation, product, and operations, ensuring compliance is seamlessly embedded into everything we build and launch. In this role, you'll partner with cross-functional teams to translate evolving gaming regulations into scalable, risk-based solutions that support innovation while maintaining the highest standards of integrity. You'll play a key role in strengthening regulatory relationships and driving operational excellence as the business continues to expand.

What You'll Do

• Oversee compliance with state gaming regulations, internal controls, and licensing requirements across multiple jurisdictions.
• Act as a subject matter expert on gaming regulatory requirements and compliance frameworks, advising stakeholders across the business.
• Design, implement, and continuously enhance regulatory compliance frameworks, policies, and procedures.
• Align regulatory requirements with operational processes and business initiatives to ensure seamless execution.
• Serve as a primary point of contact for gaming regulators, supporting audits, inquiries, and examinations.
• Lead regulator engagement strategy, including preparing for and managing meetings and communications.
• Partner with Product, Engineering, Operations, and Legal teams to embed compliance into new product launches and features.
• Provide clear, actionable compliance guidance to support business initiatives and market expansion efforts.

What You'll Bring

• At least 8 years of experience in gaming compliance, regulatory affairs, or risk management within regulated gaming, sports betting, iGaming, or a similarly regulated industry.
• Demonstrated experience working directly with gaming regulators, laboratories, or government agencies.
• Deep understanding of gaming regulatory frameworks, enforcement trends, and regulator expectations across jurisdictions.
• Strong ability to communicate complex regulatory requirements clearly and effectively to regulators, business partners, and senior leadership.
• Proven ability to influence outcomes and navigate ambiguity in a fast-paced, highly regulated environment.
• A strategic mindset paired with a practical, solutions-oriented approach to compliance and risk management.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and stakeholder groups.
• A collaborative approach with a focus on driving accountability, continuous improvement, and regulatory excellence.

Join Our Team We're a publicly traded (NASDAQ: DKNG) technology company headquartered in Boston. As a regulated gaming company, you may be required to obtain a gaming license issued by the appropriate state agency as a condition of employment. Don't worry, we'll guide you through the process if this is relevant to your role. The US base salary range for this full-time position is 118,400.00 USD - 148,000.00 USD, plus bonus, equity, and benefits as applicable. Our ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The compensation information displayed on each job posting reflects the range for new hire pay rates for the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific pay range and how that was determined during the hiring process. It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. Apply tot his job Apply To this Job