Senior AML Associate

Founded by a team of industry veterans, Underdog was born with the idea that bringing strategic innovation to sports gaming and entertainment is the key to success in an exceptionally competitive market. Underdog has quickly established itself as a leader in the space, and is committed to building the best sports gaming platform in the industry -- and supporting the most passionate community of sports fans while doing it!

At Underdog, we’re not only about creating these awesome products, but also about growing our culture of passion, ownership, and fun! We believe that great companies are made out of great people. Our continual aim is to create an inclusive environment for everyone, at all levels, to achieve their highest potential at work.

The AML Associate will support the AML team on the day-to-day operation of Underdog’s transaction monitoring, enhanced due diligence and SAR filings.

This role will report into the AML and Responsible Gaming Manager and sits within Underdog’s Compliance function. Successful licensing with state gaming regulators may be required following employment.

*Please note, Underdog is a US based company and no sponsorship is available for this position at this time. 

• Review and investigate daily transaction monitoring alerts for potential fraud and money laundering
• Conduct enhanced due diligence against designated high risk accounts
• Perform manual AML and KYC checks as needed
• Prepare and file SARs in a timely manner
• Investigate potential suspicious activities escalated by outside teams
• Review potential hits against OFAC for positive match

• 1-3 years experience within an AML compliance role
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Analytical thinker with high attention to details and strong organizational skills

• Previous experience in the sports/gaming
• Basic SQL querying experience
• Understand principles of responsible gaming

Underdog Sports is firmly committed to equity, inclusion, and diversity. Our unique culture was built on the foundation of a safe and inclusive environment for people of all backgrounds. We highly value the mental, physical, and emotional health of our employees, and are continuously asking ourselves: what can we do better? Underdog is an equal opportunity employer and doesn't discriminate on the basis of creed, race, sexual orientation, gender, age, disability status or any other defining characteristic. Our targeted compensation rate for this position is between $65,000 and $80,000, depending on experience, plus equity. Below you’ll find a few of our perks:

• Unlimited PTO (we're extremely flexible with the exception of the first few weeks before & into the NFL season)

• 16 weeks of fully paid parental leave

• Health, Dental, Vision+

• 401k Match & FSA

• Remote, In-Person, or Hybrid Scheduling – we are 100% VIRTUAL FIRST!

• A $500 home office allowance

• $100 in UD cash

• Support for learning and development

• Book club – expense your books!

• Lastly, an extremely transparent, fun, and engaging culture where you will grow both personally and professionally!

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