AML Officer - Portuguese Market

About the Role: As we expand into the Portuguese market, we are seeking a proactive AML Officer to play a key role in establishing, managing, and optimizing our compliance operations. Reporting to the AML Team Leader, you will handle day-to-day AML execution while providing valuable, hands-on feedback to optimize our workflows, systems, and market-specific procedures. About Play North We are a diverse and fast-growing online casino operator active in regulated markets with offices based in Malta, Estonia and the Netherlands. We are the people behind the global casino brands Pikakasino.com and Kansino.nl. We are licensed and regulated by the Malta Gaming Authority and Kansspelautoriteit in The Netherlands. Following our success in those regulated markets, we are now expanding into Portugal. Having officially obtained our Portuguese licence, we are ready for the launch of Vincino.pt and are looking for more A-class talent to join our mission of building the next iGaming giant. Are you a self motivated and dedicated person with an eye for detail? If you get kicks from new challenges in a top professional, yet easy-going and fun, work environment, then we are eager to hear from you! Responsibilities: Enhanced Due Diligence & Screening: Conduct thorough Enhanced Due Diligence (EDD) on customers, particularly those deemed medium and high-risk, to ensure full compliance with internal procedures and regulatory requirements. Perform Politically Exposed Persons (PEP) and sanction checks, evaluating potential risks and ensuring appropriate risk-mitigation measures are applied. Collaborate with customer service, payments, and other internal teams to obtain necessary customer information and documentation. Transaction Monitoring & Analysis: Review and analyze alerts from the transaction monitoring system relating to potentially suspicious activity. Assess customer profiles and transaction behavior across financial and gaming activities, identifying anomalies and investigating irregular activities Reporting, SARs & Documentation: Compile detailed reports on investigation findings, providing recommendations for further action where necessary. Draft, prepare, and handle the submission of Suspicious Activity Reports (SARs) to relevant authorities in accordance with regulatory deadlines Policy & Regulatory Maintenance: Provide recommendations for improvements to AML policies, procedures, and risk assessments. Stay abreast of changes in AML/CFT regulations—specifically regarding the Portuguese market—ensuring company practices remain compliant. Evaluate current AML/CFT tools, monitoring systems, and operational workflows, providing proactive feedback and recommendations to the AMLTeam Leader/MLRO to enhance efficiency and effectiveness. Ad-hoc AML Duties: Respond to various AML-related inquiries and tasks as directed by the AML Team Leader and/or the MLRO. Actively participate in and lead AML-related projects, including system enhancements, process improvements, regulatory change implementation, and remediation plans. Participate in the testing and implementation of new tools or systems to enhance AML compliance. Requirements Previous experience in a similar AML/Compliance role and a strong understanding of the online gaming industry. Fluency in Portuguese is a plus but not mandatory; strong written and spoken English is required. Familiarity with PEP screening, sanction checks, and SAR filing processes. Team player capable of working collaboratively and cross-functionally. Willingness to learn, a "can-do" attitude, and the self-motivation to operate independently without requiring constant oversight. Rigorous with a structured approach to problem-solving. Strong verbal and written communication skills, along with excellent organizational skills. High attention to detail and strong analytical thinking. Ability to take initiative, prioritize tasks, and meet strict regulatory deadlines. What we offer: A hybrid working model. Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications. Brand new offices. Private parking. Private Health insurance. Wellness allowance up to €600 per year. Employee assistance program with Richmond Foundation. Birthday wishes with something special. Office lunches and daily nibbles such as fresh fruit and healthy snacks. Meal allowance. Lots of great company discounts. "By submitting your application, you understand that your personal data will be processed as set out in our Privacy Policy, which can be accessed by clicking here . 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