A firm which specializes in monitoring and advising gaming companies, is searching for a Manager to join their Policy & International Affairs department in Malta. You will report to the Chief Officer of Policy & International Affairs and the role requires a high level of leadership, strategic thinking, and expertise in policy development and international affairs. While the team is small, the impact is significant, and this position requires someone who is ready to take on both challenges and rewards of leading this critical function. The ideal candidate will be in possession of a Doctor of Laws (LL.D.), Masters in Advocacy (M.Adv), or qualification in Diplomacy, International Relations, Public Policy, or in another related field and have experience in policy-making and/or international affairs. If you have the required skills and experience, GRS looks forward to receiving your CV for this Policy & International Affairs Manager position based in Malta.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Lead and guide a team, ensuring that direct reports work towards the achievement of their personal and departmental objectives whilst fostering a collaborative, results-oriented environment;
- Identify gaps and lead the process to develop the directorate's policies and procedures, continuously ensuring their relevance and effectiveness;
- Identify regulatory gaps and opportunities, leading internal discussions to establish the firms position;
- Take a prominent role in all stages leading to the drafting of policy papers, including but not limited to:
- Supervising the research phase related to all issues and factors likely to impact the process
- Identifying data and information relevant to formulating the firms position and collaborating with internal teams responsible for data collection
- Identifying the relevant internal and external stakeholders to be consulted throughout the process
- Managing the internal and external consultation process
- Leading meetings to establish stakeholders' positions
- Ensuring that the drafting of respective papers accurately represents the final, agreed-upon position within the firm
- Leading policy-updating exercises when necessary
- Stay up-to-date with European Union regulations, directives, and non-EU developments to provide support to internal stakeholders in interpreting relevant instruments and their impact on the local industry;
- Establish and maintain well-coordinated outreach plan for the firm to ensure close contact with other Government entities, regulators and licensees, both at locally and internationally;
- Collaborate closely with international gambling regulators, industry players, Government authorities and departments, including those representing Malta outside our shores, and to maintain constant channels of communication;
- Represent the firm in international fora including conferences, exposition centres as well as any related meetings, both locally or overseas, as required;
- Carry out such other duties and functions as may be assigned by the Chief Officer - Policy & International Affairs.
CANDIDATE PROFILE
- In possession of a Doctor of Laws (LL.D.), Masters in Advocacy (M.Adv), or qualification in Diplomacy, International Relations, Public Policy, or in another related field;
- Previous working experience in policy-making and/or international affairs;
- Thinks and acts critically and strategically and has a policy-oriented mindset;
- Excellent interpersonal skills to work and build effective relationships with stakeholders;
- Takes ownership of actions and projects, and is able to advise others on the most effective course of action;
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, to absorb complex information and present it to different audiences in a clear and accessible way;
- Impeccable knowledge of the laws and regulations governing gambling in Malta would be considered as an asset.
COMPANY BENEFITS
- Great salary
- Excellent offices
- Annual fitness allowance of €100
- Study leave (40 hours annually) and exam leave
- Private Hospital Health Insurance cover and subsidised rate for dependents sharing the same residential address
- Flexible working hours – starting time anytime between 7:30 and 9:30 (total workday of 8.5 hrs)
- Remote working 2-3 days per week
Due to the high volume of applications received at GRS Recruitment, only shortlisted candidates will be responded to.
If you are a motivated individual with a passion for policy and international affairs in the gaming sector, we invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity. Take the next step in your career and submit your application today!