Dean Nicholls
Recruitment Director @ Over99.com and owner of Gamblingcareers.com
About
Recruitment Director @ Over99.com and owner of Gamblingcareers.com
With over 26 years of experience in Executive Search and International Headhunting, I specialize in talent acquisition for iGaming and online gambling companies worldwide. I’ve successfully partnered with businesses of all sizes — from early-stage start-ups to established global operators — delivering everything from executive search to large-scale hiring campaigns. My work includes building complete recruitment infrastructures from the ground up for start-ups, enabling sustainable growth and long-term success. I also run GamblingCareers.com, the iGaming industry’s leading independent job board, helping connect top-tier talent with the sector’s most ambitious employers.
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Work experience
Recruitment and Talent Acquisition Director
over99
Apr 2025 – Present
Sweden
Recruitment Director leading the global talent acquisition function for one of the world's fastest growing crypto casino brands. Overseeing executive search, strategic hiring, recruitment operations, and organisational growth across international markets.
Founder
GamblingCareers.com
Nov 2023 – Present
Sweden
GamblingCareers.com is the leading job board for the iGaming and Online Gambling industry, dedicated to bridging the gap between talented job seekers and top employers in the sector. Our platform facilitates direct connections, providing an extensive range of job opportunities in various roles within the Online Gambling and iGaming industries. Whether you are looking to advance your career or find the ideal candidate for your organization, Gambling Careers is your go-to resource for navigating the world of iGaming employment.
Consultant
Playbook iGaming Solutions
Apr 2025 – Oct 2025
Sweden
Retained Headhunter
Rebel Status, iGaming Recruitment
Mar 2020 – Apr 2025
Sweden
Rebel Status is a respected iGaming recruitment firm, recognized for our award-winning approach to talent acquisition. We offer tailored talent acquisition services in the iGaming sector, focusing on consultative solutions such as Executive Headhunting, Multi-Hire Recruitment Assignments, and in-House fractional recruitment. Our expertise, resources, and extensive networks have supported many well-known iGaming brands during key growth phases across various areas, including both B2C and B2B. Casino, slots, sports betting, poker, bingo, and social gaming.
Co-Founder
Yellow Brick Investments
Jun 2015 – Jan 2020
Malta
Head of Recruitment
iGaming Elite
Apr 2011 – Mar 2020
Malta
Recruitment Manager
Betting Jobs Malta
May 2010 – Apr 2011
Head Hunter and Talent Acquisition Consultant
NDA
Nov 2008 – May 2010
Europe
International Recruiter - Emerging Markets
JWA
Jan 2007 – Jan 2008
United Kingdom
Technical and Engineering Recruitment Specialist
Techsearch
Jan 2000 – Jan 2007
Nottingham, England, United Kingdom
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