Money Laundering Reporting Officer (MLRO)

Money Laundering Reporting Officer (MLRO)Location: West Bromwich, West MidlandsContract: PermanentWorking pattern: Flexible, with hybrid optionsMET Recruitment is recruiting a Money Laundering Reporting Officer on behalf of an established business in the regulated gambling sector.This is an opportunity to take ownership of the anti-money laundering function within a business that has invested in its compliance and governance framework. With board-level support, you will have genuine influence over how policies, procedures and controls are developed and implemented.The roleAs MLRO and nominated officer, you will lead the business s approach to anti-money laundering and counter-terrorist financing. Working closely with senior management and operational teams, you will ensure controls are effective, proportionate and embedded in day-to-day operations.Key responsibilities Receive and assess internal suspicious activity reports, deciding whether to submit SARs to the National Crime Agency.Own and maintain the business-wide AML/CTF risk assessment, policies and procedures.Ensure controls reflect the Money Laundering Regulations 2017, POCA and Gambling Commission requirements.Oversee customer due diligence, enhanced due diligence, source of funds and source of wealth checks, and ongoing customer monitoring.Review and sign off enhanced due diligence cases, requests for information and decisions to suspend or end customer relationships.Oversee sanctions, politically exposed person ..... full job details .....