Job Description
Company Introduction
Our client is a leading law firm.
Job Responsibilities and Duties
- Provide legal and regulatory advice to clients on AML/CFT, sanctions, and other financial crime compliance requirements;
- Draft, review, and update compliance policies, procedures, manuals, and other regulatory documentation;
- Assist clients with regulatory examinations, remediation exercises, and interactions with relevant supervisory authorities;
- Conduct legal and regulatory research relating to AML/CFT, sanctions, beneficial ownership, and financial crime matters;
- Monitor developments in Maltese and EU legislation and regulatory requirements, providing guidance on their practical impact;
- Support a varied portfolio of regulated clients, including financial institutions, investment firms, funds, corporate service providers, and compliance functions;
- Prepare clear and practical legal advice based on clients' individual regulatory and compliance requirements;
- Work closely with senior members of the legal team on regulatory and financial crime matters;
- Assist with other legal and regulatory assignments as required.
Experience
- Qualified Lawyer or relevant legal qualification;
- Strong interest in AML/CFT, sanctions, financial crime, and regulatory compliance;
- Candidates at different levels of experience will be considered;
- Previous exposure to AML/CFT, sanctions, regulatory compliance, financial services, or interactions with the MFSA and FIAU will be considered an asset;
- Previous compliance experience, postgraduate studies, or relevant professional certifications will be considered an asset;
- Strong legal research, drafting, and analytical skills;
- Excellent command of English, both written and spoken.
Personal Skills
- Excellent attention to detail and sound professional judgement;
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities;
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills;
- Organised and able to manage multiple priorities effectively;
- Proactive and motivated with a genuine interest in developing within financial crime and regulatory law;
- Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within a team;
- Practical and solutions-oriented approach to client matters.