Deputy MLRO

Who We Are:

BoyleSports is the largest and most successful independently owned bookmaker on the island of Ireland. Founded in 1989 by John Boyle, the business has grown to over 370 shops in Ireland and the UK, coupled now with a comprehensive online portfolio for betting and gaming.

BoyleSports HQ in the Republic of Ireland is located on the outskirts of Dundalk, and we currently employ over 2500 staff throughout Ireland and the rest of the world. With offices in Ireland, Gibraltar, South Africa and the Philippines, BoyleSports truly are a Global player within the Betting and Gaming industry.

Role: Deputy MLRO

Reports to: MLRO

Department: Compliance and Risk

Location: Dundalk HQ (Hybrid) / UK Remote

Role Purpose

As a Deputy MLRO, you’ll be charged with helping to manage and deliver a wide-ranging AML programme across the BoyleSports group of companies. Reporting to the MLRO, you will support them to deliver results in a fast-paced environment and be responsible for identifying, managing and reporting suspicious activity. You’ll support our Fraud & Finance Team in minimising the company’s exposure to fraud and help protect our business from criminals seeking to launder the proceeds of crime. You will have key relationships within the CDD, Compliance and Safer Gambling teams as well as around the business, helping to ensure that we deliver excellent results and support the objectives of our regulators.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a team of AML Officers with training, guidance, feedback and a point of escalation
• Support the MLRO in driving the performance of the AML/CTF programme across the BoyleSports group, by implementing tactics, techniques and procedures to identify activity that presents AML risk
• Work with key internal stakeholders such as CDD, Compliance, Retail, Customer Service and Fraud & Finance to ensure that AML risks are managed effectively
• Maintain an expert knowledge of AML regulation, legislation and best practice across multiple jurisdictions to support Group AML functions
• Assist the MLRO in updating AML policies, procedures and risk assessments and drafting and delivering training
• Deputise for the MLRO in their absence
• Liaise with law enforcement agencies and FIUs to disclose Suspicious Activity Reports
• Manage the administration of PEPs and Sanctions screening and transaction monitoring
• Perform quality assurance to maintain high standards across the team
• Occasional travel to Ireland and other international offices may be required

Skills and Experience Required:

• 3+ years’ experience in the field of anti-money laundering (gambling industry experience preferred)
• ICA Diploma in AML or similar qualification (e.g. ACAMS).Candidates holding the ICA Advanced Certificate who are working toward their Diploma will be considered
• Expertise in AML legislation and regulatory frameworks relevant to the UK, Ireland and Gibraltar (including the Proceeds of Crime Act, Money Laundering Regulations, FATF Recommendations, Wolfsberg Guidance and risk assessments produced by the relevant government departments) is essential
• Demonstrable knowledge of the relevant regulatory bodies in the UK, Ireland and Gibraltar and their respective licensing regimes
• Experience in communicating with relevant regulatory bodies
• Knowledge of legislation and guidance in other jurisdictions is desirable (International)
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong attention to detail and ability to concisely summarise risk
• Ability to work to time sensitive deadlines, reporting/auditing & returns
• Ability to engage with and influence multiple stakeholders within the business
• Team Management skills – experience of supporting, communicating with, and managing a team
• Strong triage and decision-making skills, with ability to manage a high volume of tasks