Hard Rock

Senior Performance Manager - Verifications

Hard Rock$110K — $130K *
Finance & Insurance
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 2+ years of KYC experience in the iGaming sector
  • Strong grasp of multi-jurisdictional licensing
  • Expertise in AML, KYC, and Responsible Gambling regulations
  • Proficiency in reporting tools, ideally Tableau or SQL
  • Project management experience
  • Skilled in simplifying complex workflows
  • Proven track record in operational excellence and efficiency

Responsibilities

  • Drive vision, strategy, and continuous improvement for Verifications
  • Ensure compliance with CIP/KYC and AML regulations
  • Lead operations focusing on efficiency and process optimization
  • Enhance technology and automated solutions for workflows
  • Collaborate with teams to improve KYC processes and customer experience
  • Provide insights through reporting and analytics for performance tracking
  • Troubleshoot operational issues to resolve blockers

Benefits

  • Competitive pay and benefits
  • Training and development opportunities
  • Flexible vacation allowance
  • Startup culture with a secure global brand
  • Work alongside a talented team
Full Job Description
What's the position?

As the Senior Performance Manager of the Verifications Team, you will be responsible for defining, evolving, and optimizing our Customer Identification Program (CIP) and Know Your Customer (KYC) Program to ensure regulatory compliance while enabling scalable, customer-friendly growth.

This role sits at the intersection of compliance, product, operations, and technology, translating regulatory requirements into practical, risk-based KYC frameworks. This role requires a strong focus on deep dive analysis, workflow mapping, automation, customer experience, and operational efficiency.

Key responsibilities
  • Strategic Leadership - Drive the vision, strategy, and continuous improvement of the Verifications function to align with business goals and industry best practices
  • Regulatory Compliance & Risk Management - Ensure robust adherence to CIP/KYC and AML regulations through expert guidance, policy oversight, and audit readiness
  • Operational Excellence - Lead our operations with a focus on efficiency, SLA adherence, and process optimization
  • Technology & Automation - Drive automation, tooling enhancements, and vendor strategy (IDV, screening, workflow tools)
  • Partner with Operations and Product teams to improve KYC efficiency, quality, and customer experience
  • Reporting & Analytics - Deliver insights through reporting and analytics to track performance, identify risks, and guide strategic decisions
  • Troubleshoot issues and support root cause analysis to resolve operational blockers
  • Stay abreast of emerging technologies, industry best practices and regulatory trends


What are we looking for?

Strong analytical skills with the ability to deep dive into technical and complex workflows and data fields to identify opportunities and deliver high performing CIP/KYC programs. Understanding how Verifications impact our customers and the wider business is vital and communication sits at the heart of everything we do. A keen eye for detail, an inquisitive mindset, and the ability to solve complex problems are also essential qualities.

Must haves
  • At least 2 years' experience in iGaming in a KYC or related function
  • Solid understanding of multi-jurisdictional licensing regimes
  • In-depth knowledge of AML, KYC, and Responsible Gambling frameworks and regulatory obligations
  • Ability to deliver clear and accurate reporting (ideally Tableau or SQL experience)
  • Project management experience
  • Ability to taking complex queries and workflows and communicate them in a clear and simple way
  • Demonstrable experience in the delivery of Operational Excellence and optimization

Nice to have
  • Third party verifications vendor relationship
  • Familiarity with KYC technology solutions and third-party vendors
  • CAMS, CFE, or similar certification
  • Experience supporting regulatory audits


What's in it for you?

We offer our employees more than just competitive compensation. Our team benefits include:
  • Competitive pay and benefits
  • Great training and development opportunities
  • Flexible vacation allowance
  • Start-up culture backed by a secure, global brand
  • Being part of a team of rockstars!

About Hard Rock

Hard Rock is a chain of theme restaurants founded in 1971 by Isaac Tigrett and Peter Morton in London. In 1979, the cafe began covering its walls with rock and roll memorabilia, a tradition which expanded to others in the chain. In 2007, Hard Rock Cafe International (USA), Inc. was sold to the Seminole Tribe of Florida and was headquartered in Orlando, Florida until April 2018 when the corporate offices were relocated to Davie, Florida. As of July 2018, Hard Rock International has venues in 74 countries, including 185 cafes, 25 hotels, and 12 casinos.
Learn more about Hard Rock
Size
23,000 employees
Industry
Founded
1971

Similar Jobs

More Jobs at Hard Rock

More Finance & Insurance Jobs

Find similar Senior Performance Manager - Verifications jobs: