AML Compliance Manager

Location Central Region
Discipline: Accounting & Professional Services, Compliance & Risk Management
Job type: Full Time
Salary: €45,000 - €50,000
Job ref: 942
Published: December 17 2025

AIMS International Malta is assisting one of our clients in the financial services industry in recruiting an AML Compliance Manager to strengthen their team.

Responsibilities:

  • Carry out, review, and approve client onboarding and ongoing monitoring activities

  • Run or approve Customer Risk Assessments (CRAs)

  • Review the team’s work, including verification of customer identity, beneficial ownership, source of funds/wealth, and screening reports

  • Oversee client communications and ensure the smooth running of day-to-day operations

  • Ensure file organization and structuring are in line with the Company’s structure and record-keeping policies

  • Prepare and review data and documentation for internal audits, regulatory inspections, and compliance reviews

  • Prepare and review transaction monitoring for clients

  • Prepare quarterly reports and other data required for Board meetings

  • Attend Board meetings and shadow the MLRO/Compliance/Risk Officer during Board meetings

  • Liaise, when necessary, with internal departments and regulatory bodies to gather data for regulatory reporting and ensure timely submission

  • Prepare data for REQ (FIAU), Annual Returns for the MFSA, and returns for the Accountancy Board

  • Review and update the Group’s AML/CFT Business Risk Assessment and recommend updates accordingly

  • Review the Group’s Customer Risk Assessments (CRAs) and recommend updates as required

  • Create, implement, and oversee company policies and procedures to ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and industry standards

  • Assist with compliance and risk assessments to identify potential issues and evaluate the effectiveness of existing controls

  • Develop and deliver training programs to educate employees on compliance protocols, regulations, and ethical standards

  • Monitor business operations for compliance breaches, investigate potential violations, and report findings to management

  • Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of compliance activities

  • Advise executive leadership on regulatory matters and contribute to the organization’s governance, risk, and compliance strategy

  • Act as a support officer in performing AML/CFT examinations to assess compliance with AML/CFT obligations

  • Monitor team performance and provide training and guidance as required

  • Maintain internal registers through the AML software and ensure they are kept up to date

  • Update AML handbooks as required

  • Perform any other duties and responsibilities as assigned from time to time

Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Law, Criminology, Banking, or another related field

  • 3+ years’ experience in a similar role

  • Thorough understanding of Malta regulatory compliance requirements and AML/CFT regulations, preferably within a corporate service provider, tax, or audit firm

  • Excellent analytical and investigative skills