GRS Recruitment pleased to present an exciting opportunity for a Risk and Compliance Executive at a well-established legal firm based in Malta. The successful candidate will assist with regulatory reporting, policy development, and compliance awareness initiatives, while contributing to the identification, assessment, and management of compliance risks across the business. If you feel you have the necessary skills, please apply for this Malta based role.
MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Assist in monitoring compliance with applicable laws and regulations, including the Company Service Providers Act, the Trusts and Trustees Act, applicable AML/CFT legislation and regulations, and related MFSA requirements.
- Conduct horizon scanning by monitoring regulatory developments and communicating relevant updates to the Head of Governance, Risk & Compliance.
- Perform compliance reviews, file testing and control assessments as part of the Compliance Monitoring Programme (CMP) to assess compliance with obligations under the Company Service Providers Act, the Trusts and Trustees Act, and applicable AML/CFT legislation and regulations and related regulatory requirements, including the formulation of recommendations and the preparation of draft reports for review.
- Recommend updates to the Company’s Risk Register, taking into account risks identified through compliance reviews, testing and monitoring activities.
- Maintain compliance registers, logs and records, including the CMP Remediation Plan, BRA Implementation Plan and CMP Findings Log.
- Assist in the development, review and updating of compliance policies and procedures, as requested.
- Contribute to AML/CFT training and compliance awareness initiatives.
- Provide support to the Head of Governance, Risk & Compliance in the preparation of regulatory returns, Board reporting and other ad hoc compliance projects.
CANDIDATE PROFILE
- Working knowledge of the Company Service Providers Act, the Trusts and Trustees Act, AML/CFT legislation, and related regulatory requirements.
- Understanding of compliance monitoring, file testing, control assessments, and remediation tracking.
- Ability to interpret and apply regulatory requirements in a practical business environment.
- Strong analytical skills, with the ability to identify compliance risks, control weaknesses, and areas for improvement.
- Ability to prepare clear, concise reports and practical recommendations.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and an ability to maintain accurate compliance records and registers. on developing others.
- Proactive and solutions-oriented mindset.
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
- Excellent organisational and time-management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
- Clear written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to build effective working relationships and communicate confidently with stakeholders across the business.
- Proactive and solution-oriented approach, with a willingness to take ownership of assigned tasks.
SALARY AND BENEFITS
- €30,000 - 35,000 Gross Per Annum
- Salary will be determined based on experience, qualifications, and skills. The advertised salary range is indicative, any offer will reflect the successful candidate’s suitability.
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 or call +356 99164276.
