Compliance Officer

Are you a compliance professional with a knack for navigating complex regulations? Do you have a passion for ensuring businesses operate responsibly while embracing innovation? Our client is on the hunt for a Compliance Officer to join their team and lead the charge in maintaining their reputation as a trusted, compliant operator in the regulated gambling sector.

The Role:
Our client takes pride in delivering exceptional gaming experiences while upholding the highest standards of compliance and integrity. With a footprint in the UK and Ontario markets, they’re expanding rapidly and are looking for a compliance expert to help them stay ahead of regulatory requirements while fostering a culture of responsible gaming.

As a Compliance Officer, you'll report directly to the Head of Compliance and play a pivotal role in shaping the compliance strategy. From collaborating with regulatory bodies to training staff and refining policies, your work will ensure that our client remains a leader in safe and compliant operations.

What You’ll Do:

• Be the Regulatory Expert: Liaise with regulatory, legislative, and trade bodies to ensure full compliance with all applicable laws and guidelines.

• Collaborate Across Teams: Partner with internal departments and the Marketing team to ensure that advertising, product offerings, and promotions are fair, compliant, and impactful.

• Elevate Safer Gambling: Develop and enhance Safer Gambling policies, ensuring all staff are trained and customers are protected.

• Optimise Processes: Review and improve policies around KYC, AML, and EDD, keeping the organization ahead of industry standards.

• Stay Ahead of the Curve: Monitor regulatory changes and implement necessary updates to processes and controls.

• Audit & Innovate: Conduct regular compliance audits, identify risks, and support initiatives like mergers, acquisitions, and platform innovations.

• Support Data Protection: Work alongside the DPO to ensure robust compliance with data protection regulations.

• Drive Change: Represent the Compliance team in projects, incident management, and training programs to build a compliance-first culture.

What You Bring:

• Proven Expertise: 3+ years in a compliance role, ideally within the regulated gambling industry.

• Knowledge & Insight: Strong understanding of UK and Ontario gambling regulations, Anti-Money Laundering (AML), Safer Gambling, advertising standards (ASA/CAP), and CMA guidelines.

• Analytical Skills: Proficiency in process design, statistical analysis, and internal audits.

• Exceptional Communication: Ability to present complex ideas clearly and interact effectively with diverse teams.

• Adaptability & Drive: Thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with a desire to lead change and continually enhance your role.

• Attention to Detail: Impeccable accuracy in reviewing policies, reports, and communications.

• Leadership Ability: Experience designing and delivering impactful training programs.

• Self-Motivation: Capable of working independently while driving collaborative outcomes.

Be part of a team where innovation meets integrity. With our client, you’ll have the opportunity to make a tangible impact, grow your career, and help set new benchmarks in compliance excellence.

Are you ready to be a key player in shaping the future of responsible gaming? Apply now and be part of something extraordinary!