MLRO & AFC Lead (Ceuta)

Job Description

As MLRO & AFC Lead, based in our Ceuta office, you will report to our Head of AFC - Southern Europe. You will support them with developing an AML/CFT framework to ensure compliance with the Group's AML/CFT obligations in Spain. In this exciting, and newly-created, role you'll contribute to an established and effective team as well as influence ways of working and add real value.

Key Responsibilities include:

• Support development of policies, processes and procedures in line with AML legislation to ensure Entain's Spanish business complies with money laundering regulations
• Oversee coordination of tasks performed by the AFC Analyst Team in Ceuta, in collaboration with AFC International Leadership Team and Head of AFC - Southern Europe
• Ensure risk-based controls and policies in force for Spain are followed and applied by the AFC Analyst Team in Ceuta
• Perform the role of Deputy of the Representative before SEPBLAC under the delegated functions scheme
• Support the Head of AFC - Southern Europe in identifying any audit requirements and oversee any internal/external audits and the closure of any findings
• Identify and escalate needs for changes or improvements in the operative process for Spain performed by the Ceuta-based AFC Team
• Collaborate with the CDD operations team on EDD cases, providing instructions on how to proceed upon consultation
• Support the Head of AFC - Southern Europe in the Internal Control Committee meetings (producing documentation, reports and minutes)
• Support the Head of AFC - Southern Europe in reviewing cases escalated by Risk, AML alerts and law enforcement RFIs and determine actions required on a case-by-case basis
• Review SARs accuracy and ensure prompt escalation to the Head of AFC - Southern Europe for approval
• Provide AFC Subject Matter Expertise to advise the wider business, collaborating with internal stakeholders including AFC Operations, Risk, Product and Compliance Teams
• In coordination with the Head of AFC Southern Europe, represent the company at conferences, trade bodies and with the AML regulator
• Provide appropriate MI reports to the Head of AFC - Southern Europe and AFC International LT, Including highlighting overall trends and issues for the Spanish business

Qualifications

• Experience as an MLRO in a regulated market, preferably within Spain
• AML subject matter expertise and knowledge of best practices
• Experience designing and implementing an AML/CFT framework, including conducting Business Risk Assessments, developing appropriate controls and embedding into policy
• Experience designing and delivering an AML/CFT training programme
• Knowledge of the Gaming industry would be desirable
• Experience dealing with SEPBLAC (and other regulatory authorities)
• Experience of reporting SARs
• Knowledge of AML tools and systems
• An AML qualification would be desirable
• Fluent spoken and written Spanish and English
• Must be resident in Ceuta or willing to relocate to take up the role

Additional Information

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