Are you an experienced Compliance, AML/CFT or MLRO professional looking to take on a senior leadership role within Malta's financial services sector? Join a leading international financial services group in Malta as a Regulatory Senior Manager and play a key role in the growth of a dynamic Regulatory Services team. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced compliance professional to lead the delivery of Compliance, MLRO and AML/CFT services across a portfolio of regulated financial services clients while working closely with Boards, senior stakeholders and regulatory authorities.
What is expected of you?
- Lead the development, implementation and enhancement of compliance policies, procedures and regulatory frameworks
- Oversee compliance monitoring programmes and ensure effective execution of compliance plans
- Provide expert guidance on compliance, regulatory and AML/CFT matters
- Prepare and present Compliance and MLRO reports to Boards and Compliance Committees
- Manage AML/CFT activities, including transaction monitoring, STR reviews and regulatory reporting
- Oversee customer file reviews and transaction scrutiny processes
- Lead MFSA and FIAU regulatory submissions, including Annual Compliance Reports and REQs
- Ensure ongoing GDPR compliance and data protection oversight
- Maintain strong relationships with regulators and key stakeholders
- Deliver compliance and AML/CFT training initiatives
- Support the growth and development of external Compliance Officer and MLRO services
- Lead, mentor and develop members of the Regulatory Services team
What are you expected to bring?
- 7-10 years of experience within Malta's financial services sector
- Strong background within Investment Services, Funds, Fintech, Payments or Electronic Money Institutions (EMIs)
- Significant experience in Compliance, AML/CFT, Financial Crime and regulatory oversight
- Strong understanding of MFSA and FIAU regulatory frameworks
- Experience preparing Board and Compliance Committee reports
- Leadership and people management experience
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
- Strong knowledge of investment funds, regulated firms and their regulatory obligations
- Professional qualifications in Compliance, AML/CFT, Financial Crime or related disciplines are considered an asset
- Previous MFSA Personal Questionnaire (PQ) approval, or experience at a level suitable for such approval, will be considered a strong advantage
What's in it for you?
- Hybrid working environment
- Leadership-level position
- Career growth opportunities
- International and professional environment
- Exposure to a diverse portfolio of regulated financial services clients
- Dynamic and collaborative culture
- Pension scheme
- Parking
- Group life policy
- Wellbeing initiatives
- Healthcare cover
- Discount gym membership
- Childcare support
- Attractive remuneration package
If you are looking to join a professional and forward-thinking company where you can further develop your compliance career, we would love to hear from you.