Senior Risk & Compliance Manager

Our client, a prominent advisory firm is looking to recruit a Senior Risk and Compliance Manager to join their team, reporting directly to the Managing Director and Head of AML. The role predominantly includes providing advisory/consultancy services to clients in the field of AML/CFT and assist with managing the Risk and Compliance team.

Responsibilities:

• Carrying out process audits, gap analyses, simulated on-site inspections, the drafting and/or review of policies and procedures, the drafting and/or review of staff manuals, ongoing technical and operational assistance to MLROs and the carrying out of AML/CFT risk assessments
• Participating in events, conferences and workshops organised by the group or third-party bodies
• Developing AML/CFT training material and delivering training workshops to clients
• Providing internal support to the entities within the group in the development and implementation of procedures including the review of CDD files and the provision of guidance and advice
• Outsourcing, providing on-site or off-site managed services to subject persons and persons appointed as MLRO on licensed entities
• Assisting clients with business and internal risk management and control frameworks, identifying shortcomings and areas for improvement to add value to the risk management function and ensure regulatory compliance
• Leading AML/CFT consultancy projects, providing mentorship, guidance and support as needed
• Supporting and providing research insights on changing regulations in areas of financial crime compliance and regulatory obligations for licensed entities
• Management of internal and external reviews of the adequacy of policies and procedures and their implementation, and the drawing up of remediation plans for clients
• Lead and manage the other members of the team, providing guidance and support as needed.

• At least 5 years` experience in an AML/CFT role
• Previous experience working with the regulators in Malta will be considered a strong asset
• Excellent people management skills, open to direction and committed to achieving results
• Assertive and able to debate issues of importance to the organization
• Excellent command of written and spoken English language

• A University degree or equivalent qualification in a related area

• Hybrid working
• Health insurance