Compliance Executive

Job Description

Company Introduction

Job Responsibilities and Duties

• Manage client onboarding, including reviewing due diligence documentation in accordance with local regulations;
• Conduct periodic assessments of ongoing client relationships and structures;
• Support the company in meeting AML legal obligations;
• Assist in the updates of internal AML/CFT compliance manuals, policies, procedures, and systems;
• Collaborate with the Risk and Compliance Department to promote awareness of compliance and risk-related matters;
• Aid in the process of opening bank accounts, liaising with both clients and banks as required;
• Perform additional tasks as agreed upon with the Head of Risk and Compliance.

Experience

• Hold a recognized bachelor’s degree in Accountancy, Finance, Law, Criminology, or a related field;
• Have at least 1-2 years of proven experience in risk and compliance, particularly within a financial services environment, would be advantageous;
• Working knowledge of the laws related to the prevention of money laundering and the financing of terrorism in Malta, the FIAU Implementing Procedures, relevant EU legislation, and international standards.

Personal Skills

• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to foster teamwork and collaboration;
• Strong written and spoken business English;
• Highly motivated with a strong work ethic;
• Effective communicator, able to work well within a team;
• Proactive, reliable, and highly organized.