AML/CFT Executive

Our client, an established firm is looking for an AML/CFT Executive who will work with a primarily international clientele across various sectors, as well as the firm’s private clients. The role is therefore ideal for someone looking to expand their experience and take on a new challenge. 

Responsibilities :

• Assuming an active role in the client onboarding process related to prospective clients, 
• especially from a risk assessment, client screening, and customer due diligence perspective. 
• Conduct ongoing AML/CFT monitoring on existing clients as necessary. 
• Carrying out transaction monitoring from an AML/CFT perspective, and when this is deemed to be necessary; 
• Conducting relevant risk assessments of the Company’s operations and business to identify exposure to ML/TF risks and determine measures to mitigate such exposure. 
• Supporting the MLRO and Head of Compliance in establishing the Company’s AML/CFT, 
• Compliance, and Risk Management Programs, focusing on creating policies and procedures and continuously updating them to reflect any new developments. 
• Providing AML/CFT and other compliance-related training to the Company’s employees. 
• Serving as a point of contact and information for other departments to understand their needs and ensure they are well-equipped to fulfill their obligations in the Company’s AML/CFT Programme. 
• Preparing regular AML/CFT and compliance reports for presentation to the Board of Directors. 
• Preparing external reports and submissions to relevant regulatory or other authorities in accordance with the Company’s compliance and AML/CFT obligations. 
• Generally ensuring that the Company’s business operations are conducted in a manner that complies with any applicable laws, regulations, professional standards, accepted business practices, and internal standards from an AML/CFT perspective. 
• Conducting ongoing research into relevant AML/CFT and other regulatory laws that may apply to the Company and its operations. 
• Supporting other members of the AML/CFT and Compliance team in performing AML/CFT related functions and duties, especially by providing guidance and assistance to client onboarding team members with their daily responsibilities and tasks.
• Generally supporting the MLRO and Head of Compliance with daily AML/CFT, compliance, and regulatory responsibilities. 

Requirements:

• Degree Level of education or equivalent. 
• At least three years’ experience working in a similar role. 
• Knowledge of the Corporate industry regulations and practices. 
• Knowledge in Due diligence & AML functions & practices. 
• Proficient in the use of Office Applications. 
• Good report writing skills. 
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Able to work independently as well as in a team. 
• Attention to detail. 
• Ability to take ownership. 
• Have a strong working knowledge of AML/CFT Laws and Regulations applicable in Malta.
• Excellent written and verbal communication in English. 
• Command of any other language would be considered an asset. 
• Strong investigative, analytical, and critical thinking skills. 
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.