Compliance Officer and MLRO

• Develop and implement the compliance framework and policies, through effective execution of compliance tasks and identification and reporting of areas of improvement
• Ensure that Group policies and procedures are implemented in line with local laws and regulations; and the local office and client entities are compliant with applicable laws and regulations
• Develop and implement compliance policies, procedures, and controls to ensure adherence to regulatory and legal requirements, especially in cross-border payments and B2B transactions
• Conduct regular reviews and audits to assess the effectiveness of compliance measures and make recommendations for improvement.
• Act as the main point of contact with Regulators, when necessary and be responsible for compliance related audits; complete the regulatory filings with the Central Bank and other relevant bodies as required.
• Monitor client acceptance, conduct on-going review of client files, transaction monitoring and risk review
• Assist the Local Management Team with the monitoring, interpretation and analysis of existing and prospective legislation or regulations which may impact the business and/or clients Ensure KYC, Anti-money laundering, Countering Terrorist Financing (AML/CFT) and Anti- Bribery and Corruption systems and On-boarding controls are adequate, Review and assess compliance breaches, escalate as necessary and work with the local Management Team (LMT) and Group Compliance to remediate and resolve any identified issues
• Conduct due diligence on business partners, customers, and other stakeholders, especially in medium to high-risk jurisdictions
• Prepare and submit regular reports to senior management on compliance and risk management activities, highlighting areas of concern and proposed solutions.

• Over 5 years' previous experience of establishing and/or working in a compliance function. Experience in a financial services/trust services business and liaising with regulators preferred
• Good Knowledge of trust business services and exposure to fund business would be an advantage.
• Experience in the TSP and CSP space would be an advantage.
• Solid understanding of local and international tax and regulations including exposure to CRS, FATCA, BEPS, GAAR
• Candidates must already be PQ'd by the MFSA or eligible to be PQ'd

• Relevant Bachelor's or Master's Degree and other relevant professional qualifications

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