Onboarding (Underwriting) Compliance Specialist
SkillOnNet is seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Onboarding Compliance (Underwriting) Specialist to join its Legal team. In this role, the specialist is responsible for conducting and managing all Know Your Customer (KYC) and compliance checks for the Group.
The successful candidate will possess a strong background in regulatory compliance, risk management, and partner due diligence. They will ensure that the Group and all partners meet compliance standards and adhere to relevant legal and regulatory frameworks.
- Conduct comprehensive KYC checks on potential and existing partners, ensuring all required documents are collected, verified, and compliant with regulatory standards.
- Perform risk assessments based on KYC data and make recommendations on partnership approvals or escalations when necessary.
- Collect, certify, and properly store all required documents in compliance with regulatory standards and share them with external partners while maintaining deadlines of different priorities.
- Ensure ongoing compliance with local and international regulatory requirements, including AML, CTF, FATCA, OFAC, and other financial regulations.
- Monitor partner activities for any red flags or suspicious activities and escalate issues where appropriate.
- Lead the compliance review during the onboarding process of new partners, including the verification of identity, business structure, ownership, and financial standing.
- Ensure that all onboarding documentation is in line with company policies and industry regulations.
- Prepare and submit regulatory reports, such as KYC risk assessments, in a timely and accurate manner.
- Maintain an up-to-date understanding of changes in relevant regulatory frameworks and their impact on compliance processes.
- Assist in the development, implementation, and maintenance of compliance policies and procedures related to underwriting and KYC.
- Ensure all processes are documented and updated regularly to reflect best practices and regulatory changes.
- Work closely with business, project, finance, and various other teams to ensure seamless compliance across departments.
- Collaborate with external auditors, regulators, and other stakeholders as needed for audits or compliance reviews.
- Provide training and guidance to internal teams and partners on compliance requirements, KYC procedures, and regulatory changes.
- Bachelor’s degree in Law, Business, Finance, or a related field (required)
- Minimum of 2 years of experience in compliance, underwriting, KYC, or a similar regulatory function, preferably within the fintech industry (required)
- Strong knowledge of AML and other financial regulations (required)
- Familiarity with regulatory frameworks such as gaming regulations, FATCA, OFAC, and other similar regulations (required)
- Exceptional attention to detail and strong analytical skills (required)
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritise in a fast-paced environment (required)
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to explain compliance concepts clearly to internal and external stakeholders (required)
- Proficiency in compliance and risk management software/tools (required)
- Strong ethical standards and a high level of integrity (required)
- Excellent work environment
- Monetary vouchers on birthdays and other special occasions
- Fully equipped kitchen and in-house entertaining space
- Eligibility to enroll in the company's medical insurance plan
- Eligibility to enroll in the company's pension plan
- Exciting company activities including monthly lunches, corporate gatherings, an intercompany football team, and competitions
- Casual dress code
- A chance to advance professionally inside one of the world's largest iGaming organisations
SkillOnNet is a leading online casino software and platform provider, offering customisable casino platforms with an extensive range of games. With significant industry experience, it delivers quality and technical expertise to operators looking to launch and run online casinos. Its customisable packages are designed for stability, scalability and fast deployment to meet varying operator needs. SkillOnNet is headquartered in Sliema, Malta, and also operates its own portfolio of casino brands.