Compliance Manager
Permanent – Full-time
Newcastle City Centre (Blandford Square).
Salary dependent on experience.
About us
Fortuna favours the brave!
Fortuna Gaming is looking for a Compliance Manager, to work on an exciting new project!
Our company utilises several digital marketing techniques and strategies to promote real money casino and sports betting platforms. Breaking away from the standard operations that most major players in the iGaming industry employ, we are approaching each marketing area with a fresh eye, setting the best practice lines for the rest to follow.
We are a vibrant, passionate, and responsible team of professionals, with an exceptionally nimble approach to movements in industry trends and technological advancements. Our company directors have been involved in the gaming industry for decades and have extensive experience of all forms of digital marketing, as well as above-the-line marketing methodologies.
We have been pioneers in the rise of mobile gaming and growing brands in several different countries around the world. We run an extensive portfolio of global casino, slots, bingo, and sports betting websites. All our websites are fully licensed, accredited and committed to responsible gambling.
Overview
The Compliance Manager will play a critical role in establishing and leading Fortuna Gaming’s new compliance function. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring full adherence to regulatory requirements, covering Licensing, Data Protection, Anti-Money Laundering (AML), Safer Gambling and Marketing regulations. This role includes developing policies, overseeing compliance activities and building a high-performing compliance team to uphold the highest standards of regulatory compliance across the business.
Key Responsibilities
- Ensure business-wide compliance with all regulatory requirements, partnering with commercial and operational teams to deliver compliant initiatives.
- Act as a senior point of contact for regulatory bodies and internal leadership on all compliance matters.
- Develop, implement and iterate compliance policies and procedures to align with regulatory updates, fostering an environment of positive and responsible gambling.
- Monitor regulatory developments, assess impacts, and communicate necessary policy changes to ensure continuous alignment with industry standards.
- Manage compliance incidents and support external investigations with regulatory rigor, implementing remedial actions and preventative measures.
- Provide comprehensive training and maintain high awareness of compliance requirements across all levels of the organisation.
- Lead the business in licensing, AML, customer welfare and compliance operations, ensuring consistent visibility of regulatory risks to senior management.
- Prepare and present compliance reports, metrics, and updates to the executive team and stakeholders.
- Oversee and lead all internal and external audits, ensuring full cooperation and regulatory adherence.
Role Requirements
- Extensive experience in online gambling and regulatory compliance.
- Proven background in complex regulatory environments, with strong knowledge of regulatory requirements for AML, customer due diligence and safer gambling practices.
- Familiarity with UK Gambling Commission regulations.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a logical approach to complex compliance issues.
- Effective communicator, capable of translating regulatory concepts into actionable business practices.
- Experience in leading projects and considering compliance impacts throughout project lifecycles.
- Demonstrated ability to report effectively to C-Suite and senior stakeholders.
- Previous experience managing and developing a compliance team is desirable.
The Compliance Manager will report to senior leadership and work closely with various departments to ensure a culture of compliance and continuous improvement throughout the business.
Benefits of working with us
• Opportunities for performance related bonuses.
• Pension Scheme.
• Vast Career progression opportunities.
• Relaxed work environment with casual dress.
• Flexible working hours.
• 23 days annual leave + bank holidays (plus 1 extra day for each years’ service).
• Company nights out, day trips, team bonding activities.
Location
This role will be predominantly office based in Newcastle upon Tyne (Blandford Square), with the
remainder of time spent working from home.
How to apply
For those wishing to apply, please email your CV and covering letter, with a detailed description of why
you feel you are suitable for this role to scott.m[email protected].