Data Protection & AML Administrator & Analyst - Gateshead - up to £29,705

Location: Gateshead UK 

Salary: £26,775 – £29,705 

Contract: Permanent, Full-Time

The Opportunity 

We’re seeking a capable Data Protection & AML Administrator & Analyst to join our team in Gateshead. This role combines data protection duties with anti-money laundering (AML) responsibilities, delivering high-quality administrative and analytical support in a fast-paced environment. You’ll work across multiple systems, collaborate with internal teams, and help ensure regulatory compliance and robust data handling practices.

Key Responsibilities

Data Protection

  • Manage Data Subject Access Requests (DSARs): log, coordinate, and redact responses.

  • Maintain Records of Processing Activities (ROPA) and monitor data retention schedules.

  • Coordinate secure deletion or archiving in line with retention policies.

  • Assist with Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIAs), audits, breach investigations, and reporting.

  • Track compliance trends, KPIs, and regulatory updates; support improvement initiatives.

Anti-Money Laundering (AML)

  • Support investigations into Suspicious Transaction Reports (STRs) and internal disclosures.

  • Assist with Customer Due Diligence (CDD) and Enhanced Due Diligence (EDD) processes.

  • Maintain AML Task Force (AMLTF) records, logs, and registers.

  • Monitor AMLTF trends, KPIs, and evolving legislation.

  • Liaise with internal teams on MLTF, Safer Gambling, and Security matters.

General & Administrative Support

  • Provide high-quality administrative and telephone support.

  • Manage confidential records, databases, and filing systems.

  • Produce reports, presentations, and meeting materials.

  • Support internal projects and compliance-related initiatives.

  • Coordinate training compliance and sign-off with departments, stores, and head office teams.

About You

  • Experienced administrator comfortable in a busy, fast-paced environment.

  • Proficient across multiple systems with meticulous attention to detail.

  • Strong Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel.

  • Data protection experience is highly advantageous.

  • Highly organized, proactive, and able to manage competing priorities.

  • Trustworthy, professional, and comfortable handling sensitive information.

  • Positive, can-do attitude with strong communication skills.

What We Offer

  • Competitive salary: £26,775 – £29,705 (dependent on experience)

  • Monday to Friday workweek (no weekends)

  • On-site gym and wellness facilities

  • 24-hour Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

  • Enhanced maternity and paternity packages

  • Supportive, professional environment with a strong emphasis on compliance

If you’re ready to contribute to a diligent, improvement-focused team and grow your expertise in data protection and AML, we’d love to hear from you. Please apply with your resume and a cover letter outlining your relevant experience and qualifications.

TO FIND OUT MORE AND/OR TO APPLY PLEASE SEND A COPY OF YOUR CV TO CHRISTINE@GRS-RECRUIT.COM

(POSITION FILLED) Deputy Money Laundering Reporting Officer (MLRO) - Yorkshire - £35K

Job Title: Deputy Money Laundering Reporting Officer (MLRO)

Location: Yorkshire, UK

Salary: £35K

We are now seeking a Deputy Money Laundering Reporting Officer (Deputy MLRO) to support our expanding Compliance function.

If you’re passionate about AML, thrive in regulated environments, and want to play a key part in safeguarding the integrity of our operations, we want to hear from you.

About the Role

As the Deputy MLRO, you’ll work closely with the MLRO to ensure the casino meets all Anti-Money Laundering (AML), Counter-Terrorist Financing (CTF) and Proliferation Financing (PF) obligations. You’ll help maintain strong systems and controls, support risk assessments, oversee customer due diligence, and act as the key link between frontline operations and the MLRO.

This is a hands-on, influential role where you’ll help embed a robust compliance culture across the business—and deputise fully for the MLRO when required.

Key Responsibilities

1. AML/CTF/PF Compliance

  • Support the MLRO in managing AML/CTF/PF frameworks, policies and procedures

  • Conduct CDD and EDD on customers

  • Maintain PEP and high-risk customer records

  • Support daily AML monitoring and source-of-funds checks

  • Assist with reviewing and drafting SARs for MLRO approval

  • Maintain accurate documentation and logs

  • Prepare monthly MLRO reports and AML risk assessments

  • Act as designated deputy in MLRO absence

2. Regulatory Compliance & Operational Support

  • Assist in meeting LCCP obligations

  • Support compliance audits and assurance reviews

  • Monitor adherence to AML policies and escalate breaches

  • Provide frontline guidance on AML issues

  • Support updates to controls, thresholds and monitoring processes

3. Training, Culture & Awareness

  • Support delivery of AML training to staff

  • Promote a strong compliance and safer gambling culture

  • Coach staff on identifying suspicious behaviour

  • Maintain staff training records

4. Stakeholder & Regulatory Engagement

  • Liaise with external agencies (Police, NCA, HMRC, GC) under MLRO direction

  • Attend Compliance & Risk Committee meetings

  • Support regulatory submissions and information requests

What We’re Looking For

  • 1–2+ years’ experience in AML, compliance or risk (gambling advantageous)

  • Hands-on experience with CDD/EDD

  • Good understanding of AML/CTF/PF regulations

  • Strong organisational and case management skills

  • Ability to obtain or hold a GC Personal Management Licence (PML)

  • Experience in UK casinos

  • Familiarity with LCCP and GC AML guidance

  • Knowledge of safer gambling principles

  • Ability to contribute to policies and SOPs

TO FIND OUT MORE AND/OR TO APPLY PLEASE SEND A COPY OF YOUR CV TO STEVEN@GRS-RECRUIT.COM

(POSITION FILLED) Head of Compliance, land based casino - £70K-£90K - Yorkshire

Job Title:          Head of Compliance - Land Based Casino
Salary:             £70K - £90K

Location:        Yorkshire, UK

 

We are seeking an experienced, proactive Head of Compliance to lead our compliance, risk, and safer gambling function. Reporting directly to the CEO, this is a key leadership role ensuring our casino meets all regulatory, legislative and licensing obligations while fostering a strong culture of integrity and compliance.

What You’ll Do

  • Lead our compliance framework, internal controls and risk management strategy

  • Maintain strong relationships with regulators and oversee all regulatory submissions

  • Drive Safer Gambling initiatives and support AML/CTF/Proceeds of Crime oversight

  • Manage audits, risk assessments, and remedial actions

  • Provide expert guidance across the business and deliver compliance training

  • Lead and develop the Compliance team

What You’ll Bring

  • 3+ years’ experience in a senior AML/Compliance role

  • Deep knowledge of the Gambling Act 2005

  • Strong regulatory, risk management and policy development expertise

  • Excellent communication, analytical and stakeholder engagement skills

  • High integrity, attention to detail and confidence working independently

  • Eligibility for a Gambling Commission Personal Management Licence

TO FIND OUT MORE AND/OR TO APPLY PLEASE SEND A COPY OF YOUR CV TO STEVEN@GRS-RECRUIT.COM