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Financial Intelligence Analysis Unit

&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;The Role&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Are you a skilled legal professional with expertise in court proceedings and litigation? The Financial Intelligence Analysis Unit is seeking a dynamic and experienced individual to join our team as a Senior Court Litigation Associate.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Main tasks and responsibilities&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Attend on behalf of and represent the FIAU in any court sittings.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Carry out the drafting, preparation, filing and review of any judicial acts and related documents as may become necessary within the context of any such court related proceedings.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Liaise and co-ordinate with the FIAU’s external lawyers in relation to any such court-related procedures.&lt;br&gt;To ensure that court-related deadlines are met and that all required decisions are communicated and made in a timely manner.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;To ensure the timely and appropriate preparation of court sittings, including but not limited to the preparation of witnesses.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;To ensure the timely update of publications on the FIAU’s website accordingly.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Co-ordinate external legal fees as necessary.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Upkeep of trackers and logs as required.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;To assist the Manager in monitoring, following up and reviewing the work of officials within the team and to identify areas which need improvement.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;To evaluate, review and assess the team’s operations, and report on such matters when asked to do so.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;To help in the implementation and application of any enforcement process.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;To attend interviews and assist in the recruitment process as required.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;To keep the Manager, Senior Manager, Head of Section and other Superiors up to date with plans, actions andwork done by the team.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;To draft policies and procedures within the Court Litigation Team and ensure the effective implementation thereof.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;To help the Manager, Senior Manager and Head to plan the operations and goals of the team in a way that these meet the Section’s priorities, targets and deliverables.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;To provide training both internally and externally.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Liaise with other units and sections within the FIAU and its Agents to collect data, documentation and information necessary for the purposes of court related proceedings.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;To testify in court proceedings and present documents on oath on behalf of the FIAU.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;To assist the Head, Senior Manager and Managers in any ad-hoc projects and assignments as may arise during the year.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;To provide AML training and public awareness.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;To liaise with local and/or foreign supervisory authorities in relation to enforcement measures taken by the FIAU as required.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;To represent the FIAU in international fora when needed.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;To report to the Director, Deputy Director, Head, Senior Manager and Manager.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;To fulfil any other duties delegated by the Manager, Senior Manager, Director, Deputy Director and Head of Section.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;p&gt;​&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Requirements&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;LL.D. or M.Adv. Degree or an equivalent academic qualification in law at NQF7 or better.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Warrant or registration to practice as an advocate in Malta.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Applicants should have practiced in court or relevant experience for a minimum of 4 years.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Good understanding of the laws that govern the prevention of money laundering and funding of terrorism in Malta and the international standards and EU legislation in the area.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Sound knowledge of the relevant EU Directives and related local legislation that govern the financial, gaming and other regulated sectors.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Familiarity with the operations of the above-mentioned sectors.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Experience in applying anti-money laundering and counter-funding of terrorism legislation would be considered as an asset.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Outstanding written and verbal communications skills in Maltese and English.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Experience in other managerial roles is considered an asset.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office and office automation tools.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;p&gt;​&lt;strong&gt;What we offer​&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Health insurance group cover&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Life insurance group cover&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;​Work from home&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Sponsorship Training Scheme&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Training &amp;amp; Study Leave&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Family-friendly measures&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Team Building Events&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Free parking (first come first served)&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Jobsplus Permit No: 1139/2024&lt;/p&gt;

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Senior Court Litigation Associate