Are you a compliance professional looking to broaden your expertise in regulatory compliance, governance and compliance monitoring?
Our client, an established corporate, trust and fiduciary services group in Malta, is currently seeking a Compliance Support Officer to support its Compliance Function in maintaining a robust regulatory compliance framework.
What is expected of you?
- Support the Compliance Function in ensuring adherence to MFSA regulations, the Company Service Providers Act, the Trusts and Trustees Act and other applicable regulatory requirements.
- Assist with the planning, execution and documentation of Compliance Monitoring Programme activities, including thematic reviews, file testing and control assessments.
- Review client onboarding and acceptance processes to ensure compliance with internal policies, regulatory requirements and risk appetite frameworks.
- Support ongoing compliance reviews of clients, corporate structures, trusts and fiduciary arrangements.
- Assist with the preparation of Board-level and management compliance reports, including tracking findings, remedial actions and escalations.
- Maintain accurate compliance registers, records, logs and supporting documentation.
- Monitor regulatory developments and assist with implementing changes to compliance policies, procedures and internal controls.
- Provide regulatory compliance guidance and support to internal operational teams.
- Review AML/CFT documentation and assist with testing AML/CFT controls, tracking remediation actions and maintaining relevant records.
- Work closely with the Head of Compliance, Compliance team and MLRO to support regulatory governance and compliance activities.
What are you expected to bring?
- A minimum of 2 years' experience in general compliance, regulatory compliance or governance, ideally within a Corporate Services Provider, trustee, fiduciary or regulated professional services environment.
- A good understanding of general regulatory compliance frameworks, particularly MFSA requirements and regulations applicable to corporate services and trustee activities.
- Practical exposure to compliance monitoring, regulatory oversight, governance, internal controls or compliance reporting.
- Familiarity with AML/CFT obligations, including customer due diligence, risk assessments and ongoing monitoring.
- Experience reviewing compliance documentation, identifying regulatory risks and assessing the effectiveness of internal controls.
- Strong analytical, organisational and critical-review skills.
- Excellent attention to detail and the ability to maintain accurate compliance records and audit trails.
- The ability to manage multiple compliance activities, work independently and escalate regulatory concerns appropriately.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
- Professional qualifications or certifications in Compliance, Governance, AML/CFT or Risk Management would be considered an advantage.
What’s in it for you?
- Hybrid working arrangements and flexible working hours.
- Early finish every Friday.
- Health insurance, wellness allowance and free parking.
- Birthday leave and additional leave support for exceptional circumstances.
- Opportunities for professional development, study leave and educational sponsorship.
- On-the-job training and mentoring from experienced compliance professionals.
- Opportunities for career progression and participation in industry events.
- Corporate discounts, team-building activities and mental health support initiatives.
If you're looking to advance your career in general regulatory compliance while gaining valuable exposure to governance, compliance monitoring and corporate services regulation, this could be the perfect next step. Apply today and take the next step in your compliance career!