GRS Recruitment is pleased to partner with a reputable Investment Firm based in Malta seeking to appoint a Compliance & AML Associate. The successful candidate is responsible for supporting the Compliance Function in ensuring the company meets its regulatory obligations. If you believe your skills and experience align with this opportunity, we encourage you to apply now and take the next step in your career
MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Ensure adherence to corporate governance best practices
- Conduct scheduled reviews of internal policies and procedures, updating them in line with company requirements and Maltese/EU regulations
- Support the Compliance function in all matters
- Perform customer due diligence, risk assessments, and compliance verification
- Assist relevant departments with client onboarding processes, ensuring full KYC/AML compliance.
- Undertake periodic reviews of client files
- Maintain all relevant compliance registers and files and ensure continuous compliance with company policies
- Assist the Company Secretary in organising and delivering requirements for board meetings, board committees, and annual general meetings.
- Stay abreast with developments in AML/CFT legislation, regulations and guidance, ensuring timely implementation of changes
- Prepare and submit FIAU risk evaluation questionnaires in line with regulatory expectations
- Perform any other duties as assigned by the Company
CANDIDATE PROFILE
- A pro-active and meticulous approach to compliance
- Written and presentation skills in English. Knowledge of Maltese is considered beneficial.
- Excellent communication skills, with the ability to deal efficiently with different internal departments and external counterparts.
- A good team player, capable of collaboration in a fast-paced environment, maintaining accuracy and quality to deadlines.
- Ability to build relationships effectively in the immediate team, the group’s Compliance function, and the wider business.
- Attention to detail to assess potential legal and compliance risks.
- Strong work ethic, integrity and trustworthiness.
- Minimum 2 years’ experience in an AML/compliance or regulatory role, preferably within financial services
- Proficiency in compliance management systems
- Familiarity with Maltese regulatory reporting
- First degree in Finance, Law, Business Administration, Accountancy or related field
- Professional qualifications such as ICA Diploma in AML or CAMS are highly desirable
- Knowledge of Malta AML/CFT legislation and FIAU and MFSA reporting obligations
- Experience gained in international compliance operations would be advantageous
Due to the high volume of applications, we receive at GRS Recruitment, only shortlisted candidates will be responded to.