Analyst/Researcher

  • Full-time

Company Description

The Rank Group is growing rapidly within both our Venues and Digital businesses. If you’re not sure who we are, you may be more familiar with us through our iconic brands; Mecca Bingo and Grosvenor Casino. We have most recently acquired Stride Gaming, which, together with our existing Digital business, forms Rank Interactive. We employ circa 8,000 people globally, with our UK office functions being located in Maidenhead (Head Office), Sheffield (Customer Solutions Hub), London (Digital) and a further office in Gibraltar, which is home to our existing Rank Digital function. We are evolving as a business and are adding some exciting new brands and concepts to our venues and digital offering. By joining an office-based or operational function with us, you’ll instantly be part of a high-performing and inclusive culture, which works closely to support our Customer-facing teams.

Job Description

To support the Nominated Officer Team, using various techniques to review and maintain AML/CTF risk assessments at all business levels. Create a rounded view of customer activity to support regular review of business relationships at all levels.

Support the Nominated Officer Team in its role to ensure the Rank Group in meets its legislative requirements under the Money Laundering regulation and the Proceeds of Crime Act.

Support the nominated officer team in its second line oversight role to ensure compliance with UKGC guidance and codes of practice.

Accountabilities/Responsibilities:

  • Support the Nominated Officer Team to report any suspicious activity to the National Crime Agency (“NCA”) and/or Guernsey Financial Intelligence Service (“GFIS”) by completing and submitting a Suspicious Activity Report (“SAR”) and fulfilling reporting responsibilities to the UK Gambling Commission (“UKGC”) and/or the Alderney Gambling Control Commission (“AGCC”);
  • Support the Nominated Officer Team to ensure that appropriate consent is applied for, as necessary, and that no customer relationships are continued illegally;
  • Ensure that the Rank Digital and retail maintains a fit for purpose AML and CTF training regime (including a fit for purpose regime for the maintenance of training records)
  • Analysis of reported incidents and suspicions from cross channel to identify emerging patterns and trends
  • Prepare and produce reports and documentation as needed
  • Keep up to date with relevant legislation and requirements within the gambling industry
  • Support the Nominated Officer Team in preparation for, and the reporting after, AML/CTF audit visits
  • Collaborate with and provide assistance to the wider Compliance Team as necessary
  • Assist in the development of new products and systems to enhance AML/CTF monitoring and review
  • Maintain overview of PEPs and High-risk countries

Qualifications

  • Strong analytical skills.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
  • Knowledge of the SAR regime.
  • Report preparation and presentation
  • Experience/knowledge in the field of financial crime and investigation.
  • Knowledge of regulations and regulatory framework e.g. POCA, TACT
  • Awareness of legislation including the Gambling Act 2005, Money Laundering Regulations 2020, The European Union Fifth Anti-Money Laundering Directive 2019
  • Previous experience of working within AML/CTF an advantage.
  • Experience/knowledge of gaming an advantage.
  • Experience of working with regulatory bodies.
  • Relevant professional qualification an advantage.

Additional Information

  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Attention to detail and data / information
  • Excellent time management and organisational skills
  • Tenacious with can do attitude
  • Willingness to travel to meetings as required with occasional overnight stays.
  • Ability to work without constant supervision
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