Deputy Money Laundering Reporting Officer Nominated Officer

Job Description

Company Description The Rank Group is growing rapidly within both our Venues and Digital businesses. If youre 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 SolutionsHub), 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, youll instantly be part of a high-performing and inclusive culture, whichworks closely to support our Customer-facing teams. Job Description Based in Sheffield, with the requirement to travel.Job PurposeFulfill the role of Deputy Nominated Officer (DNO) for the purposes of the Money Laundering Regulations 2017 and the role of Nominated Officer (NO) for the purposes of the Alderney eGambling Regulations 2009.Reporting to the Money Laundering Reporting Officer to ensure that the Group has a fit for purpose Anti Money Laundering (AML) and Counter Terrorist Financing (CTF) regime, and that it maintains appropriate and effective controls, policies, procedures, guidance,and training materials for the purposes of forestalling, preventing, and detecting money launderingor terrorist financing.Main Accountabilities and Responsibilities:You will be responsible for;

• Supporting the Nominated Officer and acting in their absence.
• Receiving internal disclosures under s.337 and s.338 of the Proceeds of Crime Act 2002 (POCA) and under s.21A and s.21B of the Terrorism Act 2000 (TACT) and other internal reports of knowledge or suspicion of criminal activity from employees.
• Considering all internal disclosures and evaluating whether there is, or seems to be, any evidence of money laundering or terrorist financing, and reporting any suspicious activity.
• Seeking an appropriate defence against money laundering (DAML), when necessary and ensuring that no customer relationships are continued illegally.
• Maintaining proper records of internal disclosures and of any subsequent reports made to relevant authorities.
• Monitoring the appropriateness/effectiveness ofall aspects of the day-to-day Ranks AML and CTF activities throughout the Group.
• Ensuringthat the Rank Group keeps abreast of changing regulations and industry best practice.
• Ensuringthat the Rank Group maintains a fit for purpose AML/CTF training regime.
• Supporting the Nominated Officer in the preparation of annual reports to the audit committee of the board of The Rank Group Plc on AML and CTF activity throughout the Group.
• Attending meetings when required and make periodic reports to the Groups compliance & responsible gambling committee so that senior management are kept abreast of AML and CTF activity throughout the Group.
• Groups offshore businesses, oversight of the AML and CTF regime including appropriate controls, policies, procedures, guidance and training regime, in those jurisdictions.
• Ensuringthat Ranks businesses conduct and review at regular intervals, appropriate AML and CTF risk assessments and, where necessary, provide guidance to the businesses in the conduct, review and updating of those risk assessments.
• Supporting the Nominated Officer and the Compliance Department in conducting investigations into serious breaches of policy or criminal behavior.

Qualifications This role will require you hold a full UK driving licence, and passport due to the travel requirements.Candidates will ideally hold the below;

• A relevant professional qualification i.e., ICA International Diploma in Anti-Money Laundering (or be willing to gain such qualification within an agreed time.
• Experience/knowledge in the field of financial crime.
• Knowledge of regulations and regulatory framework e.g., POCA TACT DPA
• Knowledge of gaming would be an advantage.
• Law enforcement background would be an advantage.
• Strong analytical and influencing skills and ability to communicate effectively up to board level.
• Experience of working with external regulatory bodies.