Anti-Money Laundering (AML) Officer

About the position We're looking for a thorough and analytically minded AML Officer to join our team. In this role, you'll be responsible for conducting anti-money laundering and counter-terrorism financing investigations, identifying suspicious activity, and helping ensure our operations remain fully compliant with applicable regulations. You'll work closely with our management, payouts, and customer support teams to protect the integrity of our platform and maintain a safe, responsible environment for our players. This is a role for someone with a strong understanding of financial crime risk, a sharp eye for unusual patterns, and a genuine commitment to doing things the right way in the sweepstakes casino space.

Responsibilities

• Conduct AML investigations in a timely, accurate, and professional manner.
• Identify and escalate suspicious transactions, activity, or player accounts to the designated compliance personnel.
• Perform risk assessments on new and existing players throughout their customer journey.
• Assist in the management and mitigation of money laundering and financial crime risks across the platform.
• Support responses to enquiries from law enforcement agencies and regulatory authorities as required.
• Audit players, internal systems, and operational processes, and clearly report findings to relevant stakeholders.
• Maintain detailed records of investigations, risk decisions, and compliance activity.
• Assist in the development and implementation of AML tools, systems, and internal controls.
• Monitor player behavior and transaction patterns to proactively identify emerging risks.
• Stay current with U.S. sweepstakes compliance requirements, AML regulations, and industry best practices.
• Support internal audits and regulatory reviews related to financial crime and player verification.

Requirements

• Minimum 3 years of experience in an AML, compliance, risk, or financial crime function.
• Solid understanding of AML, and KYC frameworks and their practical application.
• Familiarity with compliance procedures, internal controls, and risk assessment methodologies.
• Knowledge of local and international anti-money laundering regulations.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to clearly present findings and recommendations to internal stakeholders.
• High level of integrity and discretion when handling sensitive player and financial information.
• Ability to work independently, manage investigations with attention to detail, and meet defined timelines.
• Comfortable working with operational tools, case management systems, and data to support investigations and reporting.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in the sweepstakes casino, online gaming, or fintech industry.
• Familiarity with U.S. sweepstakes compliance frameworks and payment regulations.
• Experience using fraud monitoring, transaction monitoring, or risk management platforms.
• Exposure to law enforcement liaison or regulatory reporting processes.
• Understanding of payment methods and financial flows relevant to the sweepstakes or gaming space.

Benefits

• Remote Work Environment: Embrace the freedom to work from anywhere, anytime, promoting a healthy work-life balance.
• Unlimited PTO: Enjoy unlimited paid time off to recharge and prioritize your well-being, without counting days.
• Paid National Holidays: Celebrate and relax on national holidays with paid time off to unwind and recharge.
• Company-provided MacBook: Experience seamless productivity with top-notch Apple MacBooks provided to all employees who need them.
• Flexible Independent Contractor Agreement: Unlock the benefits of flexibility, autonomy, and entrepreneurial opportunities. Benefit from tax advantages, networking opportunities, reduced employment obligations, and the freedom to work from anywhere.

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