Head of Compliance

1 week ago

London, UK, United Kingdom Pentasia Full time

A highly successful iGaming business is launching into new markets and looking for a Head of Compliance to manage the UK regulatory requirements as the company grows.


The Head of Compliance and MLRO will lead the company's Compliance Strategy, holding overall responsibility for upholding standards and championing a compliance first culture across the business.

The individual will monitor, assess, review and report on any compliance-related issues identified and provide compliance input into business operations.

Conducting internal audits to ensure that the policies, procedures and software used by the businesses are fit for purpose and that the business comply with all relevant UKGC licensing legislation and business strategy.

This position will have full autonomy to own the development and implementation of strategies, policies and procedures related to compliance, fraud and customer interactions to ensure our business is compliant and best in class.

A key part of the role will be maintaining awareness of changing legislation, regulation, and industry standards interpreting this into relevant internal policy changes as required, ensuring risks are clearly identified and mitigated.


Responsibilities and Duties:


• Ensuring that the business is compliant with all regulatory requirements set by the relevant authorities.

• Keep abreast of relevant legislation, regulations and compliance changes and advise on any potential impact and assist with the development of action plans as required.

• Providing regular internal audits and training sessions.

• Generate regular reports and provide analysis to senior management on risk trends, fraud incidents and the effectiveness of risk mitigation measures.

• Assist with the submission of timely and high-quality regulatory returns and other required reports.

• Assist with license applications and renewals.

• Monitor the gaming activities of the players and lead investigations into suspected fraudulent activities

• Act as the business POC for any investigations from external bodies.

• Take the lead in ensuring that all marketing and promotional communication created by the brands is compliant and follows regulatory requirements including online, social and email.

• Work closely and collaboratively with other key stakeholders internally and externally in the regulatory landscape.


You will have:


• A Minimum 3 years of proven practical experience directly relevant to the role,

coming from another operator within sportsbook/igaming in UK market.

• Be able to work on your own initiative and with autonomy to make decisions

• Be confident in and understand how to effectively of carrying out KYC, customer due diligence and enhanced due diligence checks.

• Understand the AML framework including obtaining and analysing source of funds material.

• Have solid understanding of Gambling Commission requirements under LCCP,

including social responsibility, customer interactions and AML.

• Have the ability to develop good relationships with other departments and with

customers.

• Have excellent attention to detail and have strong written and oral communication skills.

• Be sensitive, professional, and resilient when conducting customer interactions.


An excellent salary is on offer.

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