On behalf of our client, a financial services provider, GRS Recruitment are seeking a Risk and Compliance Officer based in Malta. The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing the company’s regulatory compliance and risk management framework. The role involves implementing policies and procedures to ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations, including Anti-Money Laundering (AML), PSD2, GDPR, and MFSA guidelines. If you feel you have the necessary skills, please apply today for this Malta based role.
MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBITLIES
Compliance:
- Ensure ongoing compliance with MFSA, FIAU, EBA, and other relevant EU regulatory frameworks
- Maintain and update internal policies and procedures to reflect legal and regulatory requirements
- Monitor regulatory developments and ensure timely implementation of changes
- Prepare and submit regulatory reports
- Cooperate with internal/external auditors
- Assist with onboarding procedures and perform KYC/CDD reviews on customers and partners
- Organize and deliver compliance training to staff
Risk Management:
- Develop and maintain the company’s Risk Management Framework and Risk Register
- Conduct periodic risk assessments and gap analyses across business functions
- Monitor operational, financial, cybersecurity, and compliance risks
- Support incident reporting, escalation, and remediation processes
- Collaborate with departments to ensure risk mitigation strategies are effectively implemented
Regulatory Liaison & Reporting:
- Be the designated liaison with MFSA for regulatory interactions, audits, inspection, and reporting
- Prepare and deliver regular reports to the Board and Group Head of AML and Compliance
CANDIDATE PROFILE
- Bachelor’s degree in Law, Finance, Risk Management, or a related field
- At least 3 years of experience in compliance and/or risk roles within the financial services sector (preferably payments, fintech, or e-money institutions)
- Strong understanding of MFSA and EU regulations, including PSD2, AMLD, and GDPR
- Familiarity with risk management tools and compliance monitoring systems
- Professional certifications (e.g., ICA, CAMS, CRCP, etc.) considered an asset
- Strong communication and report-writing skills in English; proficiency in Maltese is a plus
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.