Caesars Entertainment
SVP, Corporate AML and Compliance at Caesars Entertainment leads the AML Compliance organization across brick‑and‑mortar and digital properties, ensuring compliance with all U.S. AML laws, the BSA, OFAC sanctions, and related state or tribal regulations.
Responsibilities
Oversee and implement BSA/AML/OFAC initiatives and risk‑based AML program components.
Lead the integration of newly acquired brick‑and‑mortar and digital properties into the company’s AML environment.
Assess new BSA/AML/OFAC regulatory requirements, provide recommendations, and lead program changes.
Review and approve risk‑assessment methodologies and the resulting risk assessments for all gambling operations.
Develop, enforce, and continually enhance policies, procedures, internal controls, and systems.
Supervise Corporate Compliance staff responsible for KYC reviews, back‑end monitoring, SAR filing, OFAC list compliance, and related audits.
Coordinate oversight of delegated BSA/AML/OFAC functions performed by third parties.
Ensure periodic Title 31/BSA/OFAC compliance testing and independent audit of the AML program.
Serve as the primary communication point for federal and state regulators and law‑enforcement agencies.
Monitor and coordinate remedial actions resulting from regulatory examinations, audits, and independent testing.
Provide regular reports to the EVP, Chief Legal Officer, the Compliance Committee, and Senior Management on compliance initiatives and remedial actions.
Identify and recommend technology solutions to support BSA/AML/OFAC compliance.
Collaborate with Human Resources to establish appropriate discipline and incentive programs related to compliance.
Qualifications
Extensive knowledge of AML laws and regulations, including the BSA, and proven experience managing a BSA/AML/OFAC compliance program in a major financial institution or regulated environment.
In-depth understanding of current and evolving regulatory expectations, money‑laundering trends, and effective prevention measures.
Ability to detect potential OFAC violations and apply OFAC rules effectively.
Exceptional ability to coordinate corporate, regional, and local compliance objectives and policies, with strong judgment, risk‑management skills, and a balanced approach to legal, regulatory, reputation, and business considerations.
Demonstrated capacity to drive implementation of the BSA/AML/OFAC program throughout an organization.
Superior written and oral communication and presentation skills, capable of articulating a vision to a variety of audiences.
Proactive, creative problem‑solving and efficiency‑identifying mindset.
Strong decision‑making and analytical abilities.
Excellent leadership skills; proven ability to motivate employees, build strong teams, and interact effectively at all levels of the organization.
Executive presence and the ability to deliver advice in a manner respected by boards, senior management, compliance, audit, and regulatory bodies.
Credibility and outstanding reputation with regulators and industry leaders, and proven ability to engage law‑enforcement and regulatory authorities successfully.
Knowledge of casino, banking, securities, insurance, and money‑services business operations, systems, and practices.
Educational Requirements
Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in accounting, finance, or legal disciplines, or equivalent professional experience.
Certificates and Licenses
Maintain valid licensing in any jurisdiction in which the company operates.
About Caesars Entertainment Caesars Entertainment, Inc. is the largest casino‑entertainment company in the U.S., operating the Caesars®, Harrah's®, Horseshoe®, and Eldorado® brands. With a focus on operational excellence, customer experience, and technology leadership, Caesars is committed to its employees, communities, and the environment through its PEOPLE PLANET PLAY framework.
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Responsibilities
Oversee and implement BSA/AML/OFAC initiatives and risk‑based AML program components.
Lead the integration of newly acquired brick‑and‑mortar and digital properties into the company’s AML environment.
Assess new BSA/AML/OFAC regulatory requirements, provide recommendations, and lead program changes.
Review and approve risk‑assessment methodologies and the resulting risk assessments for all gambling operations.
Develop, enforce, and continually enhance policies, procedures, internal controls, and systems.
Supervise Corporate Compliance staff responsible for KYC reviews, back‑end monitoring, SAR filing, OFAC list compliance, and related audits.
Coordinate oversight of delegated BSA/AML/OFAC functions performed by third parties.
Ensure periodic Title 31/BSA/OFAC compliance testing and independent audit of the AML program.
Serve as the primary communication point for federal and state regulators and law‑enforcement agencies.
Monitor and coordinate remedial actions resulting from regulatory examinations, audits, and independent testing.
Provide regular reports to the EVP, Chief Legal Officer, the Compliance Committee, and Senior Management on compliance initiatives and remedial actions.
Identify and recommend technology solutions to support BSA/AML/OFAC compliance.
Collaborate with Human Resources to establish appropriate discipline and incentive programs related to compliance.
Qualifications
Extensive knowledge of AML laws and regulations, including the BSA, and proven experience managing a BSA/AML/OFAC compliance program in a major financial institution or regulated environment.
In-depth understanding of current and evolving regulatory expectations, money‑laundering trends, and effective prevention measures.
Ability to detect potential OFAC violations and apply OFAC rules effectively.
Exceptional ability to coordinate corporate, regional, and local compliance objectives and policies, with strong judgment, risk‑management skills, and a balanced approach to legal, regulatory, reputation, and business considerations.
Demonstrated capacity to drive implementation of the BSA/AML/OFAC program throughout an organization.
Superior written and oral communication and presentation skills, capable of articulating a vision to a variety of audiences.
Proactive, creative problem‑solving and efficiency‑identifying mindset.
Strong decision‑making and analytical abilities.
Excellent leadership skills; proven ability to motivate employees, build strong teams, and interact effectively at all levels of the organization.
Executive presence and the ability to deliver advice in a manner respected by boards, senior management, compliance, audit, and regulatory bodies.
Credibility and outstanding reputation with regulators and industry leaders, and proven ability to engage law‑enforcement and regulatory authorities successfully.
Knowledge of casino, banking, securities, insurance, and money‑services business operations, systems, and practices.
Educational Requirements
Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in accounting, finance, or legal disciplines, or equivalent professional experience.
Certificates and Licenses
Maintain valid licensing in any jurisdiction in which the company operates.
About Caesars Entertainment Caesars Entertainment, Inc. is the largest casino‑entertainment company in the U.S., operating the Caesars®, Harrah's®, Horseshoe®, and Eldorado® brands. With a focus on operational excellence, customer experience, and technology leadership, Caesars is committed to its employees, communities, and the environment through its PEOPLE PLANET PLAY framework.
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