Our client, a reputable Financial Services company based in Malta, is seeking a dedicated Legal Officer to join their team. As a Legal Officer, you will be involved in advising on legal matters, assisting persons subject to the Prevention of Money Laundering and Funding of Terrorism Regulations in complying with their obligations, drafting laws, regulations or guidance in the sphere of AML/CFT, contributing to the shaping of EU policies, positions, binding and non-binding instruments and supporting international relations efforts. If you are a proactive legal professional with experience in financial services, please apply today for this Malta based role.
MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBITLIES
- Contributing towards the drafting of legal positions, research papers and national legislation, including the transposition/implementation of EU legislation in the area of AML/CFT
- Providing general legal counsel to any internal Section as required
- Representing the Legal Affairs Section in any internal committee and in any external committees/meetings is required to participate in
- Assisting in the drafting/vetting of agreements
- Representing in international fora of AML/CFT relevance
- Contributing towards international relations efforts, including by drafting and negotiating Memoranda of Understanding, coordinating bilateral or multilateral meetings
CANDIDATE PROFILE
- LL.D. or M.Adv. Degree or an equivalent academic qualification in law at NQF7
- Able to practise as an advocate in Malta
- Admitted to the Register of Legal Professionals and Law Firms
- Excellent written and verbal communications skills in both Maltese and English languages
- Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office and office automation tools
- Sound understanding of the laws that govern the prevention of money laundering and funding of terrorism in Malta, EU legislation and international standards in the area.
- Previous experience in applying anti-money laundering and counter-funding of terrorism legislation would be considered an advantage
- Knowledge of other relevant domestic and EU legislation regulating sector/s would be considered an advantage
Due to the high volume of applications, we receive at GRS Recruitment, only shortlisted candidates will be responded to.
To apply for this position, please email your CV to Sarah Miceli, sarah@grsrecruitment.com quoting the above job reference.