Money Laundering Reporting Officer (MLRO)

Let’s start with the role

The Money Laundering Reporting Officer (MLRO) plays a critical role in ensuring compliance with Anti-Money Laundering/Counter Financing of Terrorism (AML/CFT) regulations within Kaizen Gaming. Responsibilities include maintaining EU Control Frameworks, implementing policies and procedures, managing suspicious activity reporting, and collaborating with regulatory authorities.

• Draft and implement the ML/TF prevention Manual and coordinate its approval process;
• Implement and oversee the policies, procedures, and controls within the ML/TF Prevention System to ensure its effective operation, including Client Due Diligence (CDD), Ongoing Due Diligence (ODD), transaction monitoring, alert handling, and the efficient management of unusual or suspicious activities, as well as the proper mitigation of ML/TF risks;
• Present annual work plans to the Board and provide reports on their management;
• Notify the Board about the results of the evaluation carried out by the internal audit and the independent external review;
• Collaborate with senior managers to identify and mitigate regulatory compliance risks; 
• Manage the suspicious activity reporting process, both internally and externally in a timely manner; 
• Respond promptly to requests for information made by the local Financial Intelligence Unit (FIU) or any other Authority / Law Enforcement Agency, serving as a liaison;
• Develop and implement training plans and ensure compliance;
• Continuously assess and enhance AML/CFT processes to ensure they remain fit for purpose, in line with regulatory guidance, industry best practices, and communications from the local FIU/regulator;
• Support the business before and after the launch of products/services to ensure regulatory requirements are met, as appropriate; 
• Work cross-functionally with other teams to ensure compliance with AML/CFT requirements and internal policies.

What you’ll bring:

• Bachelor’s degree (a relevant Master’s degree preferred) or a professional qualification from an internationally recognized body (e.g. ICA, ACAMS);
• 3+ years of experience in an MLRO role; 
• Team management skills including the ability to oversee compliance and control activities within a leading global gaming operator; 
• Knowledge and experience of AML best practices and money laundering typologies in the gaming industry; 
• Strong analytical and investigative skills with an attention to detail;
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills;
• Ability to manage workload effectively and in a timely manner;
• Fluency in English; Proficiency in Swedish is considered a strong plus;
• Excellent knowledge and understanding of financial crime and AML policies and procedures in the gaming operation; 
• Problem-solving and decision-making skills, with the ability to analyze complex information to identify the key issues/actions and drive resolution; 
• Deep knowledge of the European regulatory environment and key financial crime regimes.