Senior Director, Global Head of Adversarial Abuse & Analytics – Leading Trust & Safety Innovation

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About arenaflex

Welcome to arenaflex, where creativity meets cutting-edge technology at the world's most dynamic video-sharing platform. At arenaflex, we believe that everyone deserves a voice, and that the world becomes a better place when we listen, share, and build community through our stories. As one of the largest and most influential online video platforms globally, arenaflex connects billions of people across the globe, enabling content creators, educators, entertainers, and businesses to share their unique narratives with the world.

Founded in 2005 and now a proud subsidiary of arenaflex's parent organization, our platform has evolved from a simple video-sharing website into a comprehensive ecosystem that spans entertainment, education, commerce, and community building. We host an incredible diversity of content—from music videos and tutorials to documentaries, live streams, and personalized content that reflects the full spectrum of human experience. Our mission is to empower every person to express themselves, discover what they love, and connect with others who share their passions.

Working at arenaflex means working at the intersection of groundbreaking technology and limitless creativity. We move at the speed of culture, exploring novel ideas, solving real-world problems, and having fun along the way. Our team members enjoy the freedom to innovate, the support to grow, and the satisfaction of knowing that their work impacts billions of users worldwide. Join us in shaping the future of online communication and digital community.

About the Role: Senior Director, Global Head of Adversarial Abuse & Analytics

Are you a visionary leader passionate about creating safer online environments? Do you thrive in complex, fast-paced ecosystems where your analytical prowess and strategic thinking can make a tangible difference? arenaflex is seeking an exceptional leader to serve as our Senior Director, Global Head of Adversarial Abuse & Analytics within our Trust & Safety organization.

This pivotal role offers the opportunity to shape the future of online safety at one of the world's most influential digital platforms. You will lead comprehensive efforts to identify, analyze, and combat adversarial behavior including account takeovers, coordinated abuse, engagement fraud, spam, and content evasion schemes. Your leadership will directly impact the experience of billions of users, ensuring that arenaflex remains a safe, welcoming, and authentic community for creators and viewers alike.

The Trust & Safety team at arenaflex is dedicated to making our platform a secure space where everyone can belong, create, and express themselves without fear. Whether it's understanding and addressing user concerns about online content, preventing malicious actors from causing harm, or developing and enforcing policies that protect our community, the Trust & Safety organization works tirelessly to enhance the arenaflex experience and build lasting web safety.

As the leader of our Adversarial Abuse and Analytics team, you will drive the fight against bad actors while generating actionable insights that inform strategy across the entire Trust & Safety ecosystem. You will partner closely with Product Management, Engineering, Global Operations, and Policy Development to build robust detection systems, create effective enforcement mechanisms, and develop data-driven solutions that stay ahead of evolving threats.

Key Responsibilities

As the Senior Director, Global Head of Adversarial Abuse & Analytics, you will assume comprehensive ownership of our adversarial abuse prevention efforts and business analytics functions. Your responsibilities will include:

• Strategic Leadership: Lead and mentor the Adversarial Abuse team responsible for identifying and removing bad actors attempting account takeovers, spam, engagement manipulation, evasion of termination, and other forms of platform abuse. Additionally, oversee the Business Analytics team responsible for generating insights, measuring undetected abuse, and publishing Transparency Reports for countries worldwide.
• Trend Anticipation: Understand, anticipate, and intelligently moderate risks emerging from new and scaling industry trends, including the rise of generative AI and other sophisticated manipulation techniques that threaten platform integrity.
• Policy Collaboration: Work closely with the Policy Development team to create policies leveraging account, social, and content signals to identify and address harmful behavioral patterns across the platform.
• Operational Excellence: Drive effective and efficient operational performance—including quality metrics and service levels—within a global team operating 24×7 across multiple time zones.
• Talent Management: Attract, retain, manage, and develop top-tier talent within your organization, fostering a culture of excellence, innovation, and continuous improvement.
• Cross-Functional Partnership: Manage escalations requiring rapid response times, provide data and content-driven insights, and implement solutions while building strong relationships with key cross-functional partners to successfully launch new products and policies that effectively prevent adversarial abuse.
• Stakeholder Communication: Present findings, recommendations, and strategic initiatives to executive leadership and board-level audiences with clarity and persuasive communication.
• Innovation Drive: Lead the development of new methodologies, tools, and approaches for detecting and preventing emerging forms of abuse before they scale.

Essential Qualifications

To succeed in this role, you will need to bring a combination of education, experience, and proven capabilities:

• Educational Background: Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution, or equivalent practical experience demonstrating analytical excellence and strategic thinking.
• Risk Management Expertise: Minimum of 2 years of experience in risk management, fraud fighting at scale, and building/delivering analytical insights that drive measurable business outcomes.
• Technical Collaboration: Minimum of 2 years of experience working with engineering teams to build data infrastructure and machine learning models that power detection and prevention systems.
• Leadership Resilience: Minimum of 2 years of experience leading teams with the ability to work non-standard weeks as acceleration requires, demonstrating flexibility and commitment during critical incident responses.
• Operational Availability: This role requires periodic on-call availability, including the ability to respond to emergencies on weekends and holidays on a rotational basis.

Preferred Qualifications

Candidates with the following qualifications will be particularly well-suited for this role:

• Advanced Education: Postgraduate degree in a related field such as analytics, engineering, data science, or business administration from a recognized institution.
• Advanced Analytics: Minimum of 2 years of experience with large-scale dataset analysis and anomaly detection techniques that identify subtle patterns of abuse.
• Anti-Abuse Domain Knowledge: Demonstrated experience or exhibited interest in anti-abuse operations, with deep understanding of adversarial tactics, techniques, and procedures.
• Technical Proficiency: Strong proficiency in SQL, R, Matlab, or similar analytical programming languages that enable sophisticated data analysis and modeling.
• Executive Presence: Exceptional interpersonal and executive communication skills with the ability to build influential relationships across functional boundaries and present complex concepts to senior stakeholders.
• Strategic Judgment: Excellent business judgment combined with strategic and analytical capabilities, including the ability to leverage data to drive strategy and business action in a rapidly changing industry while managing ambiguity and minimizing uncertainty through quantitative insights.

Skills & Competencies for Success

Beyond formal qualifications, success in this role requires a robust set of skills and personal attributes:

• Analytical Mastery: The ability to extract meaningful patterns from complex datasets, translate findings into actionable recommendations, and measure impact through clear KPIs and metrics.
• Strategic Vision: A forward-thinking mindset that anticipates emerging threats and develops proactive strategies to address them before they impact the platform ecosystem.
• Executive Leadership: Proven ability to lead, inspire, and develop high-performing teams while fostering a culture of accountability, innovation, and collaboration.
• Cross-Functional Influence: Strong relationship-building skills that enable effective collaboration across Product, Engineering, Operations, Legal, and Policy teams.
• Crisis Management: The capacity to remain calm under pressure, make sound decisions quickly, and lead teams through high-stakes situations with confidence and clarity.
• Adaptive Mindset: Ability to thrive in ambiguity, navigate rapidly evolving threat landscapes, and pivot strategies as conditions change.

Career Growth & Development Opportunities

At arenaflex, we invest heavily in the growth and development of our team members. As the Senior Director, Global Head of Adversarial Abuse & Analytics, you will have access to unparalleled opportunities for professional advancement:

• Leadership Development: Access to executive coaching, leadership training programs, and mentorship from industry veterans who have shaped the trust and safety landscape.
• Technical Advancement: Opportunities to work with cutting-edge technologies in machine learning, natural language processing, behavioral analysis, and large-scale data infrastructure.
• Industry Exposure: Involvement in shaping industry best practices for content moderation, platform safety, and digital ethics through participation in cross-industry forums and working groups.
• Career Mobility: The ability to explore future opportunities across Trust & Safety, Product, Operations, or Strategy functions as your career evolves.
• Continuous Learning: Support for attending conferences, pursuing certifications, and engaging with academic institutions to stay at the forefront of emerging research and methodologies.

Work Environment & Culture

arenaflex offers a dynamic, inclusive work environment that values innovation, collaboration, and authentic self-expression. Our culture is built on these foundational principles:

• Innovation Without Boundaries: We encourage bold thinking and experimentation, recognizing that breakthrough ideas can come from anywhere in the organization.
• Inclusive Community: We celebrate diverse perspectives and backgrounds, understanding that our differences make us stronger and more creative.
• Work-Life Balance: We support flexible work arrangements and understand the importance of maintaining healthy boundaries while meeting the demands of critical responsibilities.
• Collaborative Spirit: We believe that the best solutions emerge when talented people work together across disciplines and perspectives.
• Mission-Driven Work: Every team member understands how their contributions directly impact the safety and wellbeing of our global community of users and creators.

Compensation & Benefits

arenaflex is committed to offering competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits that support our team members' wellbeing, growth, and financial security. Our benefits package includes:

• Competitive Salary: Industry-leading compensation package commensurate with experience and qualifications.
• Health & Wellness: Comprehensive health insurance coverage including medical, dental, and vision plans, along with mental health resources and wellness programs.
• Retirement Plans: Generous 401(k) retirement savings plan with company matching contributions.
• Paid Time Off: Generous vacation policy, paid holidays, and personal days to support work-life balance.
• Parental Leave: Comprehensive parental leave policies for new parents to support family transitions.
• Professional Development: Learning and development budget for courses, conferences, certifications, and career growth opportunities.
• Perks & Amenities: Access to on-site amenities, fitness facilities, employee assistance programs, and various workplace perks.

Join Us in Building a Safer Digital Future

The role of Senior Director, Global Head of Adversarial Abuse & Analytics at arenaflex represents a unique opportunity to make a lasting impact on the digital landscape. Every day, billions of people around the world turn to arenaflex for entertainment, education, connection, and inspiration. Your work will help ensure that this community remains safe, authentic, and welcoming for everyone.

We are looking for a leader who combines strategic vision with hands-on analytical capabilities, who can inspire teams while driving measurable results, and who understands that protecting a global community requires both technical excellence and deep empathy. If you are ready to take on this challenge and help shape the future of online safety, we encourage you to apply.

At arenaflex, we believe that the best ideas emerge when diverse voices come together. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and experiences who share our commitment to creating a safer, more inclusive digital world. If you are passionate about protecting users, fighting fraud, and building technology that makes a positive difference, we want to hear from you.

Take the next step in your career and join the arenaflex team—where innovation meets purpose, and where your work truly matters.