AML/RG Analyst, MLT
ABOUT THE COMPANY
XC Gaming Sweden Ltd belongs to a group of companies with three successful and growing brands in the Swedish gambling market. We’re now looking for a motivated AML/RG analyst to join our team and grow with us.
This is a great opportunity to be part of a fast-paced, expanding group where your contributions matter. If you’re looking for a role that offers career growth and a chance to work in an exciting industry, we’d love to hear from you!
WHAT'S THE JOB?
The AML/RG Analyst will concentrate on identifying and addressing concerning behaviour to establish and sustain a reliable customer base. This involves actively monitoring for indications of money laundering and ensuring the implementation of responsible gambling best practices in daily operations, in accordance with the Swedish regulatory obligations.
The position is onsite, as we believe working together in the office helps us grow, learn from one another, and build a strong, collaborative team.
WHAT WILL YOU DO?
- Independently identify potential addictive behaviour and take appropriate actions, including account blocking, conducting further checks, and excluding customers as per agreed procedures.
- Review and investigate daily triggered end-user accounts generated by the AML/RG Risk framework, applying a risk-based approach in follow-up actions.
- Conduct online research using digital public footprints, documenting findings and analysis to build a player profile and assess customer risk to identify suspicious activity.
- Oversee the screening of potential PEPs, sanctions, and adverse media matches, including ongoing monitoring.
- Communicate through all available channels to request information and documentation, such as SOF/W, to aid in your review.
- Draft internal SAR/STR (Suspicious Activity/Transaction Reports) and escalate them to the MLRO when necessary.
- Serve as the first point of escalation for the AML/RG team to quickly identify, investigate, and report on potentially high-risk accounts.
- Provide continuous feedback to management on emerging threats based on findings and monitored accounts.
- Support law enforcement agencies by supporting in responding to requests related to AML investigations.
- Liaise with third-party suppliers (Game/PSPs) for investigations or information related to enhanced player due diligence checks.
- Take all necessary actions to protect the company from AML and CFT risks, such as blocking players from depositing or withdrawing, and checking for links or rings, while adhering to existing AML/CFT processes and procedures.
- Assist with various AML/RG initiatives, actively participating in the improvement of internal procedures and processes and suggesting system enhancements for better risk management.
- Cross-train new or existing colleagues in your team, sharing knowledge to strengthen each other's abilities and foster a unified department.
- Perform any other tasks as required by the Chief Risk Officer or based on company needs.
WHO ARE YOU?
- Strong team player and able to work on own initiative.
- Verbal and written skills in Swedish, Norwegian or Danish would be a great advantage.
- Attentive to detail, curious and eager to learn.
- Comfortable working in a "start-up" environment
- Office First Role and must have a work permit in Malta.
- Candidates holding AML/RG related courses and certification will be considered an asset.
- Understanding of gaming regulations under different jurisdictions.
