Head of AML

BVGroup; Madrid; Presencial; EUR 105.000 - 152.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

BVGroup is seeking a Head of AML to lead the governance and continuous improvement of the AML/CTF framework across our gaming platform. The role reports to the Director of KYC and partners with MLRO to manage financial crime risks.

You will drive AML strategy, strengthen controls, and stay ahead of regulatory changes, while guiding a team and coordinating with senior stakeholders in a fast-paced, global business.

Formación

• Experience leading AML/CTF programs in gaming or fintech.
• Strong knowledge of AML/CTF regulations and risk-based approaches.
• Proven ability to design and govern AML frameworks and controls.

Responsabilidades

• Develop and maintain AML/CTF strategy and operating model.
• Design and enforce AML/CFT policies and controls.
• Report AML risk assessments and KPIs to MLRO and governance.
• Lead second-line testing and assurance on KYC/EDD and sanctions.
• Engage regulators and prepare audits.

Conocimientos

AML/Financial Crime

Regulatory Compliance

Risk Management

Stakeholder Engagement

Data Analysis

Educación

CAMS or ICA qualification

Descripción del empleo

Head of AML | Gibraltar | On-site

BVGroup brings over 80 years of expertise to every bet, delivering technology-driven betting and gaming experiences to a global audience.

BetVictor is our flagship B2C brand, complemented by multiple partner brands we manage and service such as Heart Bingo, talkSPORT BET to name but a few. Our Saas platform is fully developed and ready to deploy, requiring minimal setup and no complex configuration.

Join us at BVGroup and make an impact in a fast-paced, global industry. Collaborate with passionate experts, tackle exciting challenges, and help define the next generation of online sports betting and gaming.

Purpose Of The Role

As a Head of AML, you will report to the Director of KYC, and will be responsible for supporting the governance and continuous improvement of the organisation’s AML/CTF framework.

The role focuses on ensuring AML controls remain effective, risk-based and aligned with regulatory expectations, while supporting the MLRO in managing financial crime risks across the business. You will be implementing AML strategy, strengthening control frameworks, driving improvements and ensuring the business remains prepared for and acts on regulatory developments and evolving financial crime threats.

Key Responsibilities

• Helping to developing and maintaining the AML/CTF strategy, risk appetite and operating model, in line with the gaming financial crime risk assessment.
• Assisting the MLRO with designing, maintaining and enforcing AML/CFT policies, procedures and control frameworks aligned with regulatory requirements.
• When required support the MLRO prepare and review of the AML/CTF risk assessment, in relation to products, payment methods, customer activity and jurisdictions.
• Providing second-line testing, thematic reviews, and assurance over KYC/CDD, EDD, sanctions, and screening of AML operations.
• Attending AML governance forums and preparing clear reporting for senior management and relevant committees.
• Partnering with the MLRO and key stakeholders on regulatory engagement, audits and examination readiness.
• Developing AML training strategies and promoting financial crime awareness across the business.
• Driving continuous improvement initiatives, including enhancing AML technology, data quality and operational effectiveness.
• Monitoring regulatory changes, industry developments and emerging financial crime typologies impacting the gaming sector.
• Attending Regulatory audits when required.

Skills & Experience

• Experience in AML, Financial Crime, Compliance or a related regulatory function, ideally within gaming, payments or fintech.
• Strong understanding of AML/CTF regulations, financial crime risks and regulatory expectations.
• Solid experience in designing, implementing and governing AML frameworks and control environments.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to assess risks, identify trends and recommend improvements.
• Experience supporting regulatory engagement, audits and senior stakeholder reporting.
• Experience of managing teams and helping people reach their full potential whilst ensuring quality standards are set high and maintained.
• Experience developing policies, procedures and risk-based compliance approaches.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities and drive continuous improvement within a fast-paced environment.
• Relevant AML qualifications such as CAMS, ICA or equivalent are desirable.

How We Hire

Our interviews are a two-way process, and we want you to have the time and opportunity to get to know us, as much as we are getting to know you! Our interviews are conversational, and we want to get the best from you, so come at us with questions and be curious, we generally also ask for some evidence of your knowledge so be prepared for a short exercise in preparation for the interview.

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