MLRO - iGaming

About Our Client

Heroix is collaborating with an innovative organisation operating within the iGaming and sports betting sector. Our Client combines advanced online gaming products with responsible business practices and promotes a working culture built around creativity, adaptability, teamwork and continuous improvement.

Role Overview

Our Client is seeking an experienced MLRO to lead its anti-money laundering and counter-funding of terrorism framework. The successful candidate will hold the formal MLRO appointment, oversee the Business’s regulatory obligations and serve as its principal AML/CFT liaison with the Financial Intelligence Analysis Unit and Malta Gaming Authority.

Key Responsibilities

• Regulatory Appointment: Fulfil the statutory responsibilities assigned to the MLRO under the Prevention of Money Laundering and Funding of Terrorism Regulations and the FIAU Implementing Procedures.
• AML/CFT Governance: Develop, introduce and periodically reassess the Company’s financial crime prevention framework, ensuring that internal standards continue to reflect legislative and supervisory expectations.
• Risk Frameworks: Manage the preparation and ongoing refinement of the Business Risk Assessment and Customer Risk Assessment methodologies.
• Control Enhancement: Evaluate findings arising from compliance reviews, audits and risk exercises, establish suitable safeguards and monitor corrective measures through to timely completion.
• Regulatory Submissions: Coordinate the production and filing of the Risk Evaluation Questionnaire and any additional AML/CFT returns requested by the relevant authorities.
• Management Reporting: Deliver clear updates on financial crime exposure, control performance and regulatory developments during senior leadership and Board meetings.
• Internal Disclosures: Examine reports concerning potentially suspicious conduct, document the assessment undertaken and decide whether further escalation is warranted.
• External Reporting: Prepare and submit disclosures to the FIAU whenever the circumstances meet the applicable reporting threshold, observing all prescribed deadlines.
• Regulatory Liaison: Represent the Company in AML/CFT communications with the FIAU, MGA and other competent bodies, responding to enquiries accurately and promptly.
• Audit and Inspection Support: Coordinate the AML/CFT elements of assurance reviews, external audits and supervisory examinations, including evidence gathering and follow-up activity.
• Operational Alignment: Partner with departments across the Business to embed regulatory safeguards within systems, workflows and day-to-day operating practices.
• Advisory Support: Provide practical guidance to internal stakeholders and recommend improvements that reinforce the effectiveness of the Company’s financial crime controls.
• Documentation Management: Maintain complete, reliable and retrievable AML/CFT records in line with legal obligations and internal retention standards.
• Additional Responsibilities: Carry out other reasonable assignments connected with the position and the evolving requirements of the Business.

Qualifications, Skills and Attributes

• Education: A relevant academic qualification or recognised professional certification in anti-money laundering, compliance, law, risk, finance or a comparable discipline is required.
• Experience: Previous service as an MLRO, Deputy MLRO or senior professional within AML or regulatory compliance is essential. Exposure to risk governance, supervisory returns and AML/CFT assessment work would be advantageous.
• Sector Knowledge: A sound understanding of the iGaming industry and the financial crime vulnerabilities associated with online gaming operations is required. Experience involving regulated jurisdictions would be beneficial.
• Regulatory Knowledge: Strong familiarity with the FIAU Implementing Procedures, the Prevention of Money Laundering Act, the Prevention of Money Laundering and Funding of Terrorism Regulations and relevant European anti-money laundering directives is essential.
• Language Skills: Excellent command of written and spoken English is required to succeed in this role. The ability to communicate in Maltese would be an asset.
• Communication Skills: The ability to explain complex regulatory matters clearly and engage confidently with directors, colleagues, auditors and public authorities is required.
• Interpersonal Skills: A collaborative approach, strong professional credibility and the ability to build constructive relationships across different business functions are important.
• Technical Skills: Applicants should demonstrate competence in AML/CFT governance, risk-based controls, suspicious activity evaluation, regulatory submissions and compliance documentation.
• Business Awareness: Commercial understanding and the ability to balance regulatory responsibilities with operational realities are essential.
• Organisation: Excellent planning, prioritisation and record-management abilities are required, together with close attention to detail.
• Self-Motivated: The successful candidate will take initiative, work effectively with limited supervision and maintain a positive, committed approach.
• Professional Integrity: High ethical standards, discretion and independence of judgement are fundamental to this appointment.
• Problem-Solving: The role requires calm, evidence-based decision-making and the ability to reach defensible conclusions when working under pressure.

What’s on Offer

• Compensation: An attractive remuneration package reflecting the seniority and regulatory responsibility of the position.
• Working Hours: A hybrid working arrangement combining time at the Company’s offices with remote working.
• Health and Well-Being: Access to a well-being programme, discounted gym membership and a combination of private medical cover and dental insurance.
• Social Activities: Regular team gatherings, Company-wide events and social occasions.
• Career Development: Opportunities to strengthen your leadership and regulatory expertise within an ambitious and evolving iGaming business.

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