Director - Gaming Compliance

Responsibilities

• Act as Deputy Money Laundering Reporting Officer (Deputy MLRO) and serve as Secretary of the WMI AML Compliance Committee
• Provide strategic leadership and direction to the Gaming Compliance department
• Oversee AML/CFT obligations, including Customer Due Diligence (CDD) and Enhanced Due Diligence (EDD)
• Direct the investigation and escalation of suspicious activity (SAIRs) and ensure timely filing of SARs via the goAML platform
• Develop and maintain quality assurance (QA) policies and conduct comprehensive QA testing
• Lead and manage GCGRA examinations, internal audits, and annual independent testing
• Coordinate with regulatory agencies, law enforcement, and internal department heads

Requirements

• Minimum of 10 years’ experience in AML/CFT/CFP Compliance or gaming compliance
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a senior management or director-level role
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Legal, or a related discipline
• Comprehensive knowledge of AML/CFT laws and GCGRA requirements
• Proficiency in English; fluency in Arabic is preferred
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office 365 and AI applications like Copilot or Claude

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience in UAE financial institutions or regulated entities
• Experience acting as an MLRO or Deputy MLRO
• Master’s degree or professional qualification such as ACAMS or ICA Diploma
• Familiarity with goAML, Napier screening, and sanctions screening

About the Company

Wynn Al Marjan Island will be the first integrated resort in the UAE, set to open in 2027 in Ras Al Khaimah. The resort will feature 1,530 rooms, multiple restaurants, a theatre, a beach club, and a five-star spa.