Paul Buttigieg
About Paul Buttigieg
Paul Buttigieg serves as the UK Compliance Director and Group MLRO at Entain, a position he has held since 2021. He has extensive experience in compliance and internal audit roles across various companies in the gaming industry.
Work at Entain
Paul Buttigieg has been serving as the UK Compliance Director and Group MLRO at Entain since 2021. His role involves overseeing compliance with regulatory requirements and ensuring that the company's operations align with legal standards. He has been based in Gibraltar during his tenure, contributing to the company's commitment to responsible gaming and compliance.
Previous Experience in Compliance and Licensing
Before joining Entain, Paul Buttigieg held several positions at GVC Group. He worked as the Head of Licensing & Monitoring from 2016 to 2017, and then as Head of AML and Licensing from 2017 to 2018. He also served as the Group Director of Player Protection and later as Director of AML & MLRO from 2018 to 2021. His roles focused on ensuring compliance with licensing regulations and anti-money laundering practices.
Background in Internal Audit
Paul Buttigieg has a strong background in Internal Audit, having worked in various capacities in this field. He served as the Internal Audit Manager (Compliance) at bwin.party digital entertainment from 2012 to 2014 and as the Group Internal Audit Manager from 2014 to 2016. His experience includes evaluating risk management and governance processes to enhance operational effectiveness.
Education and Expertise
Paul Buttigieg studied at the University of Southampton, where he earned a BSc. (Hons) in Accounting and French, achieving a 2.1 classification. His academic background is complemented by expertise in Responsible Gaming and Data Protection, focusing on ensuring fair gaming practices and compliance with data regulations.
Early Career and Skills Development
Paul Buttigieg began his career at PwC Gibraltar as an Associate from 2004 to 2005. He also worked at PartyGaming Plc as an Internal Auditor from 2008 to 2010. His early experiences contributed to his skill set in compliance, risk management, and data protection, which he has further developed throughout his career.