Phillip Bugeja is a seasoned professional specialising in Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and Combating the Financing of Terrorism (CFT) with close to a decade of experience offering tailored solutions to businesses in high-risk sectors like remote gambling and financial services.
Over the years, Philip has established himself as a trusted authority in the domain of financial compliance. Philip served as Head of Compliance and MLRO for an international law company and subsequently directed AML/CFT efforts at the browser company Opera. In his current role as a partner at IGA Group, Phillip leads the AML & CFT department, overseeing audits, compliance, policy drafting, technological support and cryptocurrency-related advisory services. In addition to his consultancy work, Phillip collaborates closely with regulators and authorities in various jurisdictions, providing them with training in his areas of expertise.
Philip holds a B.Sc in criminology and is certified in various AML/CFT-related disciplines. Philip’s approach is driven by a passion for his work and a commitment to staying informed about emerging trends in financial crime. Philip enjoys mentoring aspiring professionals in his field, primarily teaching them to “ask the right people the right questions”.
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