Job Description

Brightstar is an innovative, forward-thinking global leader in lottery that builds on our renowned expertise in delivering secure technology and producing reliable, comprehensive solutions for our customers. As a premier pure play global lottery company, our best-in-class lottery operations, retail and digital solutions, and award-winning lottery games enable our customers to achieve their goals, fulfill player needs and distribute meaningful benefits to communities. Brightstar has a well-established local presence and is a trusted partner to governments and regulators around the world, creating value by adhering to the highest standards of service, integrity, and responsibility. Brightstar has approximately 6,000 employees. For more information, please visit .

Responsibilities

We are seeking a strategic and experienced Director of Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) to support the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of our enterprise risk framework. This role will collaborate across multiple functions, products and geographies to identify, assess, and mitigate risks, and will contribute to board-level reporting and strategic risk planning.

The ideal candidate will bring deep expertise in ERM, strong business acumen, and the ability to influence senior leadership in a dynamic, high-growth environment.

This role reports to the VP of Corporate Strategy and is based on Providence, RI, with a hybrid working environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• ERM Strategy & Framework
• Design, implement, and continuously improve the global ERM framework aligned with company strategy and regulatory requirements.
• Develop risk appetite statements and risk tolerance thresholds in collaboration with executive leadership.
• Risk Identification & Assessment
• Lead enterprise-wide risk assessments, including strategic, operational, financial, compliance, cybersecurity, and reputational risks.
• Facilitate risk workshops and scenario planning with business units and corporate functions.
• Risk Monitoring & Reporting
• Assist with implementation and maintenance of all ERM technology solutions, including develop and maintain risk dashboards, heat maps, and key risk indicators (KRIs). Present risk insights and mitigation strategies to the Board of Directors, Audit Committee, and senior leadership.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration
• Partner with Legal, Finance, IT, Security, Product, HR, and other teams to embed risk management into decision-making processes.
• Support internal audit and compliance functions with risk-based planning and execution.
• Prepare risk insights and mitigation strategies for senior leadership and board committees.

• Technology & Innovation Risk

• Assess risks related to emerging technologies, AI/ML, cloud infrastructure, data privacy, and global product launches.
• Stay ahead of regulatory developments and industry trends impacting the tech sector.
• Crisis Management & Business Continuity
• Assist in business continuity planning and crisis response protocols .
• Participate in post-incident reviews and risk remediation efforts.
• Oversee other special projects and strategic initiatives that ERM becomes involved with

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in risk management, Business, Finance, or related field; Master’s or MBA preferred.
• 10+ years of experience in enterprise risk management, preferably in a global technology or innovation-driven company.
• Strong understanding of regulatory environments (e.g., GDPR, SOX, ISO 31000, NIST).
• Proven ability to influence and collaborate with senior executives and cross-functional teams.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and leadership skills.
• Proven ability to synthesize key messages and takeaways into concise and well-crafted presentations directed to a senior audience
• Certifications such as CRM, FRM, or CERA are a plus.

Key Skills:

• Experience with risk management software and data analytics tools
• Global mindset and experience working across multiple geographies and cultures.
• Ability to thrive in ambiguity and drive change in complex environments.
• Ability to work autonomously and drive own work deliverables

Keys to Success

• Building collaborative relationships
• Decision making
• Drive results
• Foster innovation
• Personal energy
• Self-leadership

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At Brightstar, we consider a wide range of factors in determining compensation, including background, skills, experience, and work location. These factors can cause your compensation to vary. The estimated starting compensation range is $117,880 - $240,000. The actual pay offered may end up being higher or lower. The Company will comply with all local pay requirements and collective bargaining agreements, where applicable.

Base pay is only one part of our Total Rewards program. Sales roles may be eligible for commission payments, while other roles are eligible for discretionary bonuses. In addition, we offer employees a 401(k) Savings Plan with Company contributions, health, dental, and vision insurance, life, accident, and disability insurance, tuition reimbursement, paid time off, wellness programs, and identity theft insurance. Note: programs are subject to eligibility requirements.

All Brightstar employees have a role in information security. Annual training will be assigned and required as appropriate.

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