AML Lead - Stake Italy

We’re looking for an AML superstar to help identify and mitigate money laundering and financial crime in our Stake Italy operations.

What's in it for you?

The AML Lead will support and manage the implementation of Stake Italy’s Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and Combating Financing of Terrorism (CFT) frameworks in Italy. The role focuses on transaction monitoring, anomalous cases review, player behaviour analysis, suspicious activity reports to FIU and the day-to-day operational tasks that help identify and mitigate money laundering and financial crime risks.

Your role with us

You will be a cornerstone of our local team based in Rome, responsible for reporting suspicious activity to the FIU and replying to requests for information from the relevant local authorities. You will join a small but high-performing team in our Rome office. 

Who are we?

Stake.it offers a wide variety of online casino and sports betting options. Stake Italy represents the local regulated branch of Stake, offering a world-class entertainment experience through its licensed platform Stake.it, combining casino, live games, and sports betting in a fully compliant and responsible gaming environment. Stake Casino is home to worldwide local currency betting options for online slot games, Stake Originals and live casino games. Stake offers the best online casino gaming experience.

Stake Sportsbook offers unbeatable odds on all major sporting events. Stake is the best place to place wagers on your favourite sports teams and players. Stake Sportsbook covers all bases regarding sports and markets and offers unbeatable odds to online sports bettors. And thanks to our free live streaming platform, you can watch all the action from the biggest sporting events throughout the year!

What you will do

• Develop and implement AML transaction monitoring rules and procedures, improving customer due diligence procedures and having input into other key elements of the AML program;
• Monitor gaming transactions on a daily basis under the rules, alerts and reports implemented;
• Keep track of the analysis and prepare reports for Senior Management;
• File the relevant SAR’s into the Infostat portal of the FIU;
• Collaborating with Fraud&Payment, Product, and IT teams to integrate AML controls in the system and procedure;
• Manage and oversee the Aml annual training program;
• The successful candidate will also assist with policy and procedure development and be required to be aware of regulatory requirements in Italy.

What you will bring

• Law, Economics or related fields Degree.
• 3–5 years of experience in AML/CFT, fraud, or player risk within gaming, payments, or financial services.
• Very good knowledge of AML European and local regulatory framework, including CDD/KYC, transaction monitoring, suspicious activity indicators and gambling regulation
• Proficient in using key AML and KYC software and case management tools
• Very good knowledge of the English language
• Previous experience in a regulated online gaming or gambling company.
• Certification in AML compliance (e.g., ACAMS or ICA certificate) or willingness to obtain.

Personal touches

• Strong attention to detail and analytical thinking.
• Ability to work methodically and follow defined procedures.
• Comfortable working with sensitive information and maintaining confidentiality.
• Good written communication skills for case note documentation.
• Team-oriented with a willingness to learn and develop in a fast-moving environment.

This position is based in Rome, Italy, with a hybrid working model (3 days in office and 2 days remote) designed to support flexibility and collaboration.