Compliance Officer (Maltese Speaking)

Job Description

Job Description

Company Introduction

Our client is a provider of corporate, tax, accounting, business advisory, and administration services.

Job Responsibilities and Duties

• Act as the compliance officer of the Company;
• Develop and implement an effective legal compliance monitoring program and other functions where necessary;
• Develop and review company policies and procedures as necessary;
• Ensure that AML and KYC requirements and procedures are properly followed;
• Conduct know-your-client (KYC) and due diligence processes;
• Perform and manage internal audit procedures, practices and documents to identify weaknesses;
• Implement and monitor proactive company policies including risk management policies and procedures;
• Collaborate with external consultants where necessary;
• Continuous education to the company employees on the latest regulations and processes;
• Ensure compliance with multi-national anti-money laundering laws and sanctions, and assisting with the reporting of suspicious transactions;
• Ongoing monitoring and reviewing all communications and notifications to the MFSA and other regulatory bodies;
• Ongoing monitoring and research on new policies and functions to be implemented or educated within the company.

Experience

• Hold a Doctorate of Laws or Legal Degree in Malta;
• Knowledge of Corporate industry regulations and standards;
• Knowledge in Due diligence & AML functions & practices;
• Previous experience in similar roles would be considered an advantage;
• Proficient in MS office applications;
• Fluency both English and Maltese, both written and verbal.

Personal Skills

• Have a meticulous and conscientious approach to work;
• Be able to prioritize and work under pressure to meet deadlines.