Assistant to the Fiscal Crime Liaison Officer, HM Revenue & Customs (MLT24.451)

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Job Description (Roles and Responsibilities)  

The British High Commission (BHC) in Malta is part of a worldwide network, representing British political, economic and consular interests overseas and is now looking for an Assistant to the Fiscal Crime Liaison Officer, HM Revenue & Customs.

HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) is the UK’s tax and customs authority and is responsible for making sure that money is available to fund public services and for helping families and individuals with targeted financial support. For the Fiscal Crime Liaison Network (FCLN), this means reducing threats to UK tax regimes from organised crime, tax avoidance and evasion overseas, and pursuing and recovering criminal finances and other assets back into the public purse.

The main purpose of the Assistant to the Fiscal Crime Liaison Officer (FCLO) in achieving their objectives as set by HMRC to reduce threats to UK tax regimes from international organised crime, tax evasion and money laundering.

This involves providing essential administrative, operational and logistical and support to the FCLO, maintaining and strengthening the relationship between host agencies and HMRC, and contributing to the wider UK in Malta mission and supporting British High Commission goals and values.

As part of our team in Malta, you will play a pivotal role in delivering these objectives, and be part of a small and supportive team who work together to deliver a proportionately large impact for the UK’s values and objectives overseas.

Roles and responsibilities:

Conduct office administration duties under the instructions of the FCLO in accordance with policy and standard operating procedures. Duties include: organising, managing and maintaining records; drafting of letters and emails; maintaining office accounts; maintenance of asset and gifts and hospitality register; planning travel and visits; and organising liaison events.

Providing administrative, research and networking support to the FCLO as directed, including for exchanges of information and at official meetings and events. May require occasional attendance at events outside of normal working hours.

Management of the office record management system, ensuring all relevant material is captured and recorded appropriately, and made available at review periods as set out in standard operating procedures.

Monitor FCLO office mailbox and telephone so that messages are responded to in a timely fashion and / or directed as required.

Compile verbal and written briefings as directed by the FCLO, including regular monthly management reporting.

Provide Open-Source Intelligence (OSINT) research (at Tier 1 level) support ahead of events and meetings and to support operational knowledge.

Conduct searches of HMRC databases and records and create accurate reports and assessments to assist the FCLO in the delivery of team objectives.

Support bids for and maintain oversight of regional projects as required including: logistical support for visits, events and upskilling activities; monitoring and evaluation of their impact; monitoring budgets to ensure value for money; and producing narrative reports to deadlines.

Support broader corporate / embassy work and values as directed by the FCLO or requested by British High Commissioner / Deputy High Commissioner, especially during key diplomatic events (such as the King’s Birthday party) any crisis response.

Responsibility for driving the design, delivery, promotion and ongoing support for a program of events to build a lasting Women in Law Enforcement network in Malta, fostering collaboration and advocacy of women in the often male-dominated environment of law enforcement.

Essential qualifications, skills and experience

Proficiency in English (Oral and written), minimum C1 level under the CEFR or equivalent;

An adept organiser, with an eye for detail and a streamlined, practical approach to record management;

Excellent interpersonal & communication skills, and the ability to deal with senior level people with charisma and confidence;

A constructive, positive and collegiate attitude;

Good IT skills, especially standard MS Office applications (Word, Excel, Teams & Outlook), and keen to learn new and bespoke systems;

The ability to understand and process large amounts of data and information; turning this it into concise, accurate and insightful reports;

Relevant work experience, including evidence of engaging with stakeholders, customers and partners at all levels;

A commitment to upholding and forwarding the British High Commission’s values of Respect, Integrity, Professionalism and Expertise;

Experience of working in an area with a high level of personal responsibility; track record of being accountable for own actions / decisions;

Ability to work with minimal supervision and to prioritise own and colleague’s workloads where required;

Ability to respect the confidentiality of work issues and understands the personal and professional consequences of lapses in security;

Must pass vetting and obtain Security clearance to UK Official (Sensitive) level before commencing employment;

Flexible approach to work and travel; may include occasional attendance at events outside of normal working hours; occasionally travel at short notice weekends and/or public holidays; possible travel involving overnight stays and/or international travel.

Desirable qualifications, skills and experience

Knowledge of the Maltese language and political context;

Understanding of tax and customs matters, in both the UK and Europe;

An interest in Open Source Intelligence (OSINT) research;

An aptitude for analysing a wide range of information, and preparing draft reports of findings and conclusions;

Experience of working with a law enforcement agency in an investigation or intelligence environment;

Interest and experience in creating and delivering events and projects which support wider UK values.

Required behaviours

Changing and Improving, Communicating and Influencing, Delivering at Pace, Leadership, Seeing the Big Picture, Working Together

Application deadline

29 December 2024

Grade

Executive Officer (EO)

Type of Position

Full-time, Fixed Term

Working hours per week

35

Duration of Post

12 months

Salary Currency

EUR

Salary

€2,745.16 (gross)

Type of Salary

monthly

Start Date

3 March 2025

Other benefits and conditions of employment

This is a full-time, fixed-term contract of 12 months with possibility of extension.

We offer a benefits package including:

27 days annual leave per year (calculated pro-rata), starting from the first day of employment.

UK and Maltese public and privilege holidays in addition (Total of 14 days per year)

35-hour work week.

Comprehensive leave, such as maternity, paternity, adoption, compassionate, and development leave.

Annual Cost of Living Allowance and bonus as per Maltese law.

Time off in Lieu or overtime pay for additional hours in agreement with Line Manager.

Access to the FCDO learning & development platform and other development opportunities for career enhancement and progression.

At the British High Commission in Malta we aim for a positive working environment, with a good work-life balance and the opportunity to work in an international, diverse, and inclusive environment.

The successful candidate will be subject to confirmation of a background check and security clearance.

All applicants should have the right to live and work in Malta. The British High Commission does not sponsor work permits.

Staff recruited locally by the British High Commission in Malta are subject to Terms and Conditions of Service according to local Maltese employment law.

Visa/Passport requirements: Candidates must currently hold the independent right to live and work in Malta and be prepared to ensure that right remains throughout the scope of the contract. The successful candidate will be subject to professional background and security clearance process.

Additional information

When completing the motivation field please make sure you present clearly and concisely why are you applying for the position.

We advise you to allow enough time to complete and submit your full application, since only applications completed and submitted before the deadline will be considered.

Please note that the deadline for applications is 23:55 on the day mentioned in the above field “Application deadline”. 

FCDO does not pay for travel related expense incurred in interviews (including Security Check) or accept any financial risk, including cancelation or reschedule costs. The FCDO will not meet the costs connected with relocation if offered a position.

* Please note Common European Framework of Reference for Languages: Learning, Teaching, Assessment indicates Level B1as an Independent User that can understand the main points of clear standard input on familiar matters regularly encountered in work, school, leisure, etc. Can deal with most situations likely to arise whilst travelling in an area where the language is spoken. Can produce simple connected text on topics which are familiar or of personal interest. Can describe experiences and events, dreams, hopes & ambitions and briefly give reasons and explanations for opinions and plans. For more information please click on the following link CEFR. Please bear in mind in case you are invited for an interview your languages skills are going to be assessed.

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