Salary: R35000

Location: Hybrid - South Africa, must be Cape Town-based

Why Midnite?

Midnite is a next-generation betting platform that is built for today’s fandom. We are a collective of engineers and designers who all share a passion for sports and gaming. We exist to bring fans closer to the games they love through the rush of winning money. 

Unlike the alternatives, Midnite doesn't feel like a website built two decades ago. Instead, it's a cutting-edge creation, designed and constructed from the ground up with the latest technologies. Crafting an experience that's truly intuitive, immersive, and immediately understandable is no walk in the park, but we thrive on the challenge. We believe we're on the brink of creating something truly awesome. 

What will you do?

As a Senior Anti-Financial Crime Analyst, you will play a key role in protecting the business from financial crime risks, whilst also holding a supervisory position within Operational Compliance - supporting the Anti-Financial Crime Team Leaders.

This role involves identifying, investigating, and mitigating threats related to money laundering, fraud, terrorist financing, and other forms of criminal activity. You'll be responsible for conducting complex investigations on high risk customers, supporting ongoing risk assessments, mentoring junior analysts & providing support in the day-to-day running of AFC operations. 

How will you do it?

The role consists of the following responsibilities (this is not an exhaustive list);

• Conducting in-depth EDD reviews on high-risk customers, focusing on Source of Funds (SOF) and Source of Wealth (SOW) validation
• Analysing bank statements and supporting documents to identify potential AML, fraud, or AFC risk indicators
• Escalating and dealing with escalations around suspicious activity and preparing SAR/STRs in line with internal policy and regulatory expectations
• Collaborating and training other AFC team members to strengthen controls and improve processes
• Supporting the planning functions to manage the day to day operation to ensure BAU tasks are completed efficiently through task list management and organising the team.
• Keeping up to date with emerging risk typologies, especially those relevant to online gambling
• Interact with customers (inbound and outbound) via calls, chats, and emails
• Supporting management on the performance management of the team through upskilling, training, quality checks, coaching and sharing best practice with the wider team.

Requirements

3+ years of experience in AML/EDD, ideally within the online gambling sector

Strong working knowledge of UK Money Laundering Regulations (MLRs) and Gambling Commission guidance

Desirable

Knowledge of responsible gaming frameworks and their intersection with financial crime.

Competencies

• Strong work ethic
• Strong ability to detect patterns, anomalies, and risk indicators in customer behavior and transactional data.
• Skilled in conducting thorough investigations and drawing logical, well-supported conclusions.
• Deep understanding of AML/CTF regulations, especially in UK regulated iGaming markets
• Works effectively with cross-functional teams including Responsible Gambling and Customer Support
• Takes initiative in identifying gaps and suggesting improvements to processes and controls
• Good people skills
• Strong communication practices
• Drive to succeed

Working with us

• You’ll have a key role in which you'll be integral to our company culture and help shape the direction. 

• Join our frequent company-wide gatherings and game nights that draw our community closer together.
• Enjoy 33 paid holidays a year.

At Midnite, we’re committed to creating equal opportunities for everyone. We actively strive to build balanced teams that reflect the diversity of our communities, including ethnic minorities, people with disabilities, the LGBTQIA+ community, and all genders.

We aim to provide an inclusive and supportive interview experience for all candidates. If you require any reasonable adjustments, please let us know in advance so we can ensure you feel comfortable and set up for success.