Chief Executive Officer (CEO)

Moneythor

Malta Island
Permanent
Full-time

11 days ago

We are currently searching for a Chief Executive Officer (CEO) for a Malta-based Payment Institution currently in the pre-licensing stage.The CEO will be nominated as part of the regulatory approval process and will assume full operational responsibilities after approval by the Malta Financial Services Authority (MFSA).During the licensing phase, the involvement of the CEO will be limited, primarily consisting of participation in the MFSA fit and proper interview and confirmation of the role. Full executive responsibilities will commence following regulatory approval.Key Responsibilities (Post-Licensing):Following regulatory approval, the CEO will be responsible for the overall leadership, management, and operational development of the company.Organizational Leadership

Establish and manage a well-structured and efficient organisational framework.

Build and lead the executive and operational team.

Ensure clear governance, reporting structures, and accountability within the organisation.

Operational Efficiency

Design and implement operational processes focused on efficiency, scalability, and cost control.

Minimise operational expenses through effective organisational structure and maximum automation of operational processes and systems.

Implement modern fintech infrastructure and oversee relationships with technology vendors and service providers.

Regulatory and Government Relations

Act as the primary point of contact with the Malta Financial Services Authority (MFSA) and other relevant Maltese regulatory or governmental bodies.

Maintain constructive and transparent communication with regulators and supervisory authorities.

Ensure the company operates in full compliance with all applicable regulatory requirements.

Corporate Representation

Represent the company in interactions with regulators, banking partners, payment service providers, and other strategic partners.

Develop and maintain relationships with financial institutions and industry stakeholders.

Strategic Development

Implement the strategic direction defined by the Board of Directors.

Contribute to the development and growth of the company’s payment services business.

The ideal candidate should demonstrate:

Proven experience in a senior executive role (CEO, COO, Managing Director or similar) within financial services, payments, fintech, or banking.

Strong organisational and operational management experience.

Ability to build efficient, scalable, and technology-driven operational structures.

Strong managerial skills with a focus on process optimisation and automation.

Experience interacting with financial regulators is desirable.

Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.

Ability to represent the company with regulators, banks, and institutional partners.

Preference will be given to candidates with:

Experience in Payment Institutions, Electronic Money Institutions, or other regulated financial services entities.

Knowledge of SEPA payments, account-to-account payments (A2A), and payment infrastructure.

Understanding of safeguarding, AML/CFT, compliance, and operational risk management.

Experience building or scaling fintech or payment operations.

Location Requirement: The candidate must be based in Malta.Given the regulatory nature of the business and the expectation of regular interaction with the Malta Financial Services Authority (MFSA) and other local stakeholders, the CEO is required to reside in Malta and maintain a physical presence in the jurisdiction.Remote arrangements or candidates based outside Malta will not be considered.The role is intended to support the principle of “mind and management in Malta”, ensuring that the effective management and control of the regulated entity are exercised within the jurisdiction.Engagement Structure:During the pre-licensing phase, the CEO’s involvement will be limited and primarily related to the regulatory approval process, including participation in the MFSA fit and proper interview.Compensation during this phase will typically be structured as a monthly retainer reflecting the limited time commitment.Full executive compensation will commence after regulatory approval, when the CEO assumes full operational responsibilities.

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