Regulatory Compliance Manager (R1)

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Regulatory Compliance Manager (R1)

Details

  • Work Location Type:
    Hybrid
  • Office:
  • Type of Employment:
    Full Time Permanent
  • Reference Number:
    LCR0526

About Kindred

Kindred Group is a digital entertainment pioneer bringing together nine successful online gambling brands, forming one of the largest online gambling groups in the world. Our purpose is to transform gambling by being a trusted source of entertainment that contributes positively to society. Our goal is that 0% revenue is derived from harmful gambling.

Our global team of more than 2000 people represents 70+ nationalities. When you join Kindred, you'll be part of a collaborative, diverse and inclusive team that has your best interest at heart. We are a trusting company that knows the value of a healthy work-life balance. We offer a wide range of benefits, along with annual bonus, which is tied to both company and your individual performance.

The role #LI-DG1

Kindred's commitment to strong corporate governance and robust regulatory compliance is anchored in the business-critical performance and value-add of its Compliance department. Uniquely positioned as a corporate guardian and business enabler, the Regulatory Compliance Manager (Region 1) serves as a 2nd Line of Defence leader and expert, actively propelling and commanding the seamless alignment of regulatory, sustainability, and compliance objectives with operational execution within the assigned region while fostering good governance throughout Kindred's 1st Line of Defence.

 

The role-holder is entrusted and empowered with operational autonomy, material ownership, and accountabilities for ensuring the highest levels of internal/external compliance in line with company strategy, the Head of Compliance's direction, and the department's policies and tactics.

 

Core Responsibilities:

  • Regulatory Leadership and Guidance: Provide expert regional regulatory leadership, advice, and direction within a dynamic multibrand context and multi-jurisdictional VUCA landscape. Offer proactive, holistic counsel to the Head of Compliance on regulatory and compliance matters across the GRC sphere.
  • Regulatory Advocacy: Champion internal/external regulatory and compliance matters as an expert and department representative in all Group fora, including governance councils and task forces.
  • GRC Risk Management: GRC Risk Management: Own, manage, as well as develop mitigation related to, 2nd Line risks, the effectiveness of compliance programmes and good governance in support of regulatory outcomes. Drive the continuous development of incident management and adopt modern approaches and tools for delivering regulatory and compliance output at pace.
  • Compliance Risk Mitigation: Drive the mitigation of compliance risks by developing contingency plans and reactive procedures that account for internal and external factors, technology limitations, and resource considerations.
  • Regulatory Intelligence: Exercise sound judgment on sensitive and time-dependent matters by staying abreast of legislative and commercial developments at regional and global levels. Collaborate with officers and Compliance Owners to understand stakeholders' operational setups, strategies, and vision, and to capture business needs early in the process.
  • Head of GRC-Systems: Regulatory Compliance Strategy and Execution: Work in synergy with Head of GRC-Systems to develop and deliver a tactical and collaborative execution of a unitary compliance vision and Kindred strategy at the regional level, tailored to jurisdictional needs.
  • Team Management and Development: Manage and develop a modern, scalable, agile, and digitally-savvy compliance team that fosters exceptional performance, engagement, and resilience. Deploy the latest technology and digital methods to enhance productivity and system-based workload management.
  • Performance Measurement: Achieve best-in-class performance and engagement at regional and team levels, aligning with Kindred Compliance Owners. Foster a team culture of transparency, collaboration, autonomy, and innovation.
  • Regulatory Policy and Workflow Implementation: Implement consistent regulatory policies and workflows that enhance relationships with internal stakeholders, regulatory bodies, auditors, and industry groups. Establish robust oversight of data governance risks. Develop policies and workflows for regulatory reporting governance to ensure accuracy and integrity.
  • Audit and Complaints Management: Oversee and streamline audits, addressing follow-up issues efficiently. Build robust, judicious, and efficient regulatory complaints-handling procedures based on comprehensive investigations.
  • Performance Measurement and Evaluation: Establish clear performance metrics and evaluation criteria for individual team members and the overall team. Promote a results-oriented team culture that empowers autonomy and innovation.
  • Quality Management and Compliance Assurance: Collaborate with corporate functions (Internal Audit, Sustainability) to ensure both internal and external compliance & governance. Support or drive internal sustainability deliverables, reviews and investigations.
  • Regulatory Reporting and Submissions: Oversee the team's preparation and submission of regulatory reports and submissions to relevant authorities. Ensure the accuracy and completeness of regulatory filings. Actively monitor and ensure the quality and compliance of electronic/digital/automated reporting processes and implement necessary controls to maintain reporting integrity across various teams in the business.
  • Stakeholder Engagement: Directly engage with regulatory authorities, industry associations, and other stakeholders. Support and guide the team's engagement planning and create opportunities for team members to interact with senior stakeholders. Proactively engage with stakeholders to address regulatory concerns and promote best practices.
  • Continuous Improvement: Identify opportunities for process improvement and implement changes to enhance compliance effectiveness. Promote a culture of continuous improvement and innovation within the team.

 

Requirements:

      • Proven experience in a similar, strategic, and business-critical position, with practical exposure to the management of regulatory compliance and governance teams.
      • Industry-leading manager with strong professional curiosity, a diligent self-starter mindset, and a commitment to promoting a culture of integrity.
      • Data-driven tactician and decision maker with experience in leveraging data analytics to identify trends, assess risks, and inform strategic compliance initiatives.
      • Minimum of 5 years of experience in a regulatory, governance, or compliance management role in a multinational corporation.
      • University Degree in Law, Business Administration, or a related field.
      • Proven track record of developing regulatory frameworks and regional structures, delivering successful outcomes within complex governance and compliance models.
      • Resilience, autonomy, and collaboration skills, comfortable working independently and effectively with diverse teams.
      • People management competencies, including leading, motivating, and engaging diverse and multidisciplinary teams.
      • High levels of emotional intelligence, strong interpersonal and presentation skills, and the ability to convey complex information effectively to various audiences.
      • Excellent drafting and written advocacy skills, with native-level proficiency in English and fluency in at least one additional European Union language.
      • Strong organizational skills, a structured work ethic, and a positive mindset.
      • Tech-savvy with a good understanding of relevant technological tools and platforms.
      • Multi-brand mindset and deep understanding of EU frameworks, their national application, and their impact on B2C compliance and governance.
      • Change management expertise and a proven track record of successfully implementing organisational changes within complex regulatory environments.
      • Aptitude to analyse complex regulatory requirements and translate them into actionable business advice.
      • Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to identify and address regulatory and governance issues effectively.
      • Experience in managing multiple large regulatory projects simultaneously.

Our Way Of Working

Our world is hybrid.

A career is not a sprint. It’s a marathon. One of the perks of joining us is that we value you as a person first. Our hybrid world allows you to focus on your goals and responsibilities and lets you self-organise to improve your deliveries and get the work done in your own way.

Application Process

Click on the “Apply Now” button and complete the short web form. Please add your CV and covering letter in English to let us know your motivation for applying and your salary expectation. Our Talent Acquisition team will be in touch soon. Kindred is an equal opportunities employer committed to employing a diverse workforce and an inclusive culture. As such we oppose all forms of discrimination in the workplace. We create equal opportunities for all our applicants and will treat people equally regardless of and not limited to, gender, ages, disability, race, sexual orientation. We are committed not only to our legal obligations but also to the positive promotion that equal opportunities bring to our operations as set out in our sustainability framework. Kindred has an ESG rating of AAA by MCSI.

 
 

Details

  • Work Location Type:
    Hybrid
  • Office:
  • Type of Employment:
    Full Time Permanent
  • Reference Number:
    LCR0526

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The Centre Pjazza Tigné, Tigné Point, Tigne Point, Sliema, Malta, TPO 0001
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Benefits

Well-being allowance
Learning and development opportunities
Inclusion networks
Charity days
Long service awards
Private medical insurance
Life assurance and income protection
Employee Assistance Programme
Pension

Meet the recruiter

Prachi Arya

prachi.arya@kindredgroup.com

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