Money Laundering Reporting Officer

ABOUT US

We’re like-minded, curious, excitable people here at Chiliz who work well in teams, spread across the globe. Chiliz is a global blockchain company, which powers Socios.com - the creators of Fan Tokens, and the popular fan rewards platform.

Socios has partnered with some of the world’s best teams, including Paris Saint-Germain, Juventus, FC Barcelona, Atlético de Madrid, UFC, Galatasaray, Manchester City FC, and many more.

The curious nature of a Chilizen is what drives this company forward, and since we’re looking to grow even more, apply for your dream role today.

OUR BRANDS & CHANNELS

We are building the web3 infrastructure for sports & entertainment!

Founded in 2018, Chiliz is a blockchain provider focused on the sports and entertainment industry. We build scalable, secure blockchain enabled solutions that supercharge fan experiences using digital assets.

$CHZ is the native digital token for the Chiliz sports & entertainment ecosystem currently powering Socios.com and the Chiliz Chain blockchain.

Socios.com is a fan engagement and rewards app that allows fans to engage with their favourite teams and clubs through digital assets known as Fan Tokens.

THE ROLE

Reporting to the Chief Legal Officer, you will provide advice and guidance to the company to ensure compliance with relevant rules, regulations, and codes of conduct in line with the regulated markets in which we operate, predominantly in Malta. You will also have direct responsibility for deterring and reporting attempted Money Laundering, terrorist financing, and other financial crime to the respective regulatory bodies.

Responsibilities & Duties

• Monitor the effectiveness of the Group’s AML systems and controls and raise escalations when required
• Support the planning and management of the oversight of any AML projects with various stakeholders to ensure that these are delivered in a timely manner and meet the applicable legal requirements
• Review and apply different AML/CFT policies and procedures, including internal reporting procedures to ensure that staff can report any suspicious transactions correctly and effectively
• Ensure that any internal suspicious activity reports or other referrals are quickly assessed, documented and when required reported in a timely manner directly to the responsible regulatory authorities and bodies
• Review and update the AML/CFT manuals and policies in accordance with regulatory updates and in accordance with any market-specific regulatory requirements to ensure compliance with applicable AML/CFT rules in the various markets the group operates in
• Support the ongoing monitoring and resolution of AML / CFT-related cases
• Take full ownership of record-keeping as per applicable regulatory requirements, ensuring that documentation is detailed, accurate, and clearly explains the reason behind each decision taken
• Support the development and provision of AML training to ensure that people within the business, if required, receives training that meets regulatory requirements
• Liaise with a variety of stakeholders internally, predominantly the KYC & AML department, and representing the organization externally as required
• Communicate with colleagues across the organization to ensure that internally, everyone understands their accountability for compliance with all AML/CFT policies and procedures
• Provide the business with advice and regular guidance on the effectiveness of the group’s AML/CFT framework
• Conduct an assessment of the business AML/CTF risks on an annual basis
• Be the focal point within the business for overseeing all activities relating to AML/CFT issues regarding regulated markets
• Liaise with the FIAU and any other law enforcement and supervisory agencies, authorities and external partners, acting as the first point of contact and representative for all AML/CFT matters of the group
• Respond promptly to any request for information made by the relevant authorities
• Take lead on possible AML/CFT investigations regarding regulated markets
• Act as the officially appointed MLRO with the FIAU as well as registered AML representative or MLRO in any other territory beyond Malta where the Chiliz group may operate and have relevant AML registration processes in place

Requirements

• Minimum 3 years of experience working as an MLRO or similar senior compliance role, preferably within the iGaming or fintech industry
• Relevant AML/CFT qualifications
• Sound knowledge of AML/CFT regulations in Malta, in the EU and including requirements of other regulatory authorities and bodies such as FATF, OFAC, UN and others
• Professional individual, able to build relationships at all levels and lead by example
• Excellent communicator, with an inquisitive eye for detail and strong analytical skills
• Able to work in a dynamic environment and embrace change
• Sound judgment adopting an evidence-based approach, together with an analytical mindset and strong work ethic
• A trustworthy, credible and influential individual
• A creative problem solver with a strong positive mindset

WHAT WE OFFER

We offer you the chance to grow, to learn, to flex your creative muscles and to work on a project that is providing excitement to thousands of users.

During our interview process you’ll be able to ask us anything and get to know your team too. We need this to work both ways: It's not just about you fitting in, but about us being the right fit for you too.

Are you ready to work with the world’s best sports teams? Are you happy to try, fail and try again? Are you excited to keep pushing the boundaries of technology?

We’ve got offices across the world, over 30 nationalities in our ranks and the most important superpower of all - flexibility. Our competitive salaries, wellness allowance, healthcare and pension plan are just the tip of the iceberg. You’ll gain friends, experience and a good challenge, we’ll gain you.

Are you ready?