About Us
Our team are specialist recruiters in iGaming, Betting and Lottery markets, servicing clients around the world and with a network of candidates worldwide.
Connected, respected and valued
Founded by industry veterans and recruitment specialists in the UK and Malta, TalentBet has set out to change the existing processes of headhunting and employment, challenging the status quo in Europe and bringing a new dynamic approach to recruitment as an industry.
Lead by a team with combined decades of iGaming experience in Malta, the team is scaling rapidly to cater to the demands of a burgeoning market across Europe as the gambling industry continues it's rapid growth, while welcoming new and improving licenses and regulations across the globe.
The team have in-depth knowledge of the sector with what works best, bringing their vision for iGaming specialist recruitment to reality, supported by a network of partners, long term clients and regular candidates who trust their knowledge of the market and the employment playing field in Malta and the UK in particular.
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Industry leading Team
Meet the people behind TalentBet!
Sennette is one of the co-founders of TalentBet, having had 10 years previous experience within iGaming Recruitment she brings with her a lot of knowledge in this field. Originally from Liverpool, England has a weird obsession with sharks and is a mother both at home and work.
Ana has been with TalentBet from the very beginning when we were simply an idea and was instrumental in our creation. Ana brings 3 years of recruitment experience within the iGaming industry. From the South of Lisbon, Portugal, Ana is a workaholic, people pleaser and food lover.
Alexandra forms part of our management team and is a qualified psychologist, she is an instrumental part of keeping all our employees happy and motivated. Focusing not only on Senior Recruitment but also the development of her peers.
Sonia is originally from Portugal, she spent 20 years in Belgium, becoming fluent in French, and has also lived in the UK and Portugal. Based in Malta for the past nine years, she built a strong career in recruitment, spending several years in the field before transitioning into office and HR administration at a fintech company. Now, Sonia is returning to recruitment, bringing her expertise in talent acquisition and people management.Sonia loves outdoor activities, good food, and spending time with her family and friends.
Mariana is one of our senior Talent Acquisition specialists who is passionate about the iGaming industry and has a special interest in Business Development. She loves meeting new clients so you will always find her hanging out at most events. Mariana was one of our first employees to join and carries the TalentBet brand wherever she goes. Mariana comes from Portugal and loves traveling and meeting new people and cultures.
Ioanna has 4 years of experience in recruitment with a focus in FinTech. She originally comes from Greece and has been living in Malta for the past 4 years. She has a passion for Ballet, which she has practiced for over 15 years, music, chocolate and social events! She has studied Economics however found her passion in Recruitment and would soon embark on a Masters Degree journey in HR Management.
Ynske started her iGaming acquisition career over a year ago. With a background in Journalism, Languages and Communication and having worked in Malta, Italy, Sint Maarten and the Netherlands, she has a great network worldwide. She likes to get to know you and finds great pleasure in matching the right job and company to the right person. Ynske loves to read after a day of exploring the waters on her paddle board.
Anteaune joined the recruitment team of as a Junior Talent Acquisition Specialist. With a background in administration, HR and accounting, she has recently started her budding career in talent acquisition. Originally from South Africa, she has made Malta her home for the last 5 years. Embracing her inner nerd, she finds joy in reading, writing and indulging in all lore trivia and anime.
Rolands has recently joined the team, bringing his overall 10 years experience in gambling and fintech industries. His focus is recruiting and business development within the 2 sectors. Originally from Latvia, he has been calling Malta home for the last 2 years, and have gained insights within the industries in Latvia, USA, and Malta. To cool off, outside of work he loves playing basketball, riding motorcycles, and attending electronic music events. With his upbeat personality and competitive spirit, Rolands is always up for a challenge to go the extra mile when it comes to connecting a client with the best talents for a role.
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Joyce has around seven years of experience in IT recruitment, with a strong passion for connecting top talent with the right opportunities. Before transitioning into recruitment, she worked as a marketing officer for various IT companies, where she discovered her deep interest in technology and the people driving innovation. Originally from Hong Kong, fluent in both Cantonese and Mandarin, Joyce has been living in the UK for the past two years, embracing new experiences and cultures. She loves meeting new people, traveling to new places, and is a devoted animal lover.
Jodie is a British national from London who relocated to Malta in 2018. She brings valuable experience in iGaming recruitment, having worked in both agency and in-house roles. Jodie is excited to bring her industry knowledge and skillset to TalentBet. Outside of work, she’s a dedicated mum of one and enjoys travelling whenever the opportunity arises.
TalentTalks
Explore insights from industry leaders and gain valuable knowledge to stay ahead in gaming and fintech recruitment. TalentTalks brings you expert advice, trends, and discussions shaping the future of work
Gianluca Crimaldi, Head of Account Management at Booming Games
Reuben Abela, CEO of Xace
Tereza Melicharkova, Head of Marketing at Elantil
Customer testimonials
Discover how we’ve helped candidates find their dream roles and clients secure top talent. Real stories, real results — see why we’re trusted by professionals in gaming and fintech.
Working with Sennette and the team at TalentBet has been nothing short of outstanding! TalentBet are incredibly proactive, efficient, and truly understand the nuances of the iGaming industry. Their ability to seamlessly manage the recruitment process, coupled with their strong industry insights, has been invaluable to us. They have been exceptional partners - always professional, highly responsive, and genuinely invested in our growth and recruitment efforts. They go beyond just filling roles; they find candidates who are the right cultural fit and can drive our business forward. Their dedication to building lasting relationships and consistently delivering top-tier talent makes them an essential extension of our team! We love partnering with them!
I worked with Sennette and her team for nearly 10 years and one of my best hires came though her. She listens, understands what’s exactly needed and delivers the right candidate. The amount of time which I save as C level is incredible. She knows her clients and candidates and matches them really very well. It’s saves a lot of time wasted on interviewing wrong candidates, or getting people who will simply few months later would not be fit for the job. I trust her fully and this is one of very few cases where companies should really with with recruitment agencies as it’s 7 star service.
I’ve been working with Ana for the past five years, and it’s been a fantastic partnership. During this time, Ana has supported us with over 15 hires across different markets and roles.
What I value most is her proactivity, flexibility, and genuine focus on the client’s needs. She quickly understands our requirements and consistently delivers strong candidates, making the recruitment process smooth and efficient.
Ana positions herself as a true partner, always available to help and find solutions. I highly recommend Ana and TalentBet to anyone looking for a reliable recruitment partner.
It is with great confidence that I recommend Talent Bet as an outstanding recruitment partner. Our collaboration with their team, and especially their representative Joyce, has been consistently smooth, efficient, and highly professional.
Talent Bet stands out for their responsiveness and ownership of the full recruitment process. They handle all scheduling and communication with candidates and clients seamlessly, allowing us to focus on evaluating talent rather than managing logistics. We’ve been particularly impressed with the thorough information they provide about each candidate—covering not just technical skills and tech stacks, but also salary expectations, notice periods, and insightful personality evaluations that have proven highly accurate.
Their support doesn’t end with candidate introductions. Joyce has been instrumental in salary negotiations, providing clear, fair guidance that helped align expectations and close hires smoothly. At every stage, their team remains readily available, always on call, and genuinely committed to making the process as efficient and collaborative as possible.
We truly value our partnership with Talent Bet and would not hesitate to recommend them to any company looking for a recruitment partner who is reliable, transparent, and invested in long-term hiring success.
TalentBet has been fantastic to work with. You took the time to understand our needs and found great candidates. The process was smooth, and always kept us updated every step of the way. We’re really happy with the results and would definitely recommend you to other companies looking for top talent.
I have had the pleasure of working with Sennette for many years, across different companies, and even as she transitioned from another agency to founding her own – TalentBet Recruitment. No matter the brand behind her name, the experience has always been outstanding. Sennette has an incredible ability to understand exactly what we need and consistently delivers high-quality candidates, thanks to her deep insight into the iGaming space. She's professional, fast, and genuinely cares about finding the right fit. TalentBet is a natural extension of her excellence, and I truly recommend working with her and her team!
We've been working with the people behind TalentBet for 2 years, and the experience they bring from iGaming has been invaluable to our team here at Xace with their candidate selection.
As a marketing agency that hadn't hired from iGaming before, knowing that TalentBet had the knowledge we needed really helped speed things up and bring the skills we needed in house.
It’s always a pleasure working with Sennette and the team at Talent Bet, both as client and candidate. They are dedicated, knowledgeable, and incredibly adaptable to the market. Communication with them was not only easy but also enjoyable. Having worked directly or collaborated with almost almost the entire team during these past years, I fully recommend them if you’re looking to recruit in the iGaming & fintech industries. They consistently go above and beyond to assist you in your journey.
Featured blog posts
TalentBet CEO Sennette Lam Featured in The CIO Times
Navigating the Complexities of iGaming Finance
