Assistant Risk Manager - Supervision

Location Central Region
Discipline: Accounting & Professional Services, Compliance & Risk Management
Job type: Full Time
Salary: Attractive
Job ref: 852
Published: about 16 hours ago
Our client, that operates within the public sector, is currently looking to recruit an Assistant Risk Manager – Supervision Section.

Responsibilities:
  • Support the Risk Manager in overseeing the Risk Team’s operations, ensuring adherence to internal policies and efficient use of resources;
  • Provide guidance and direction to team members in daily tasks and projects, acting as the main point of contact in the Manager’s absence;
  • Assist in devising the annual supervisory plan and monitor its execution to ensure timely and effective delivery;
  • Coordinate thematic and other supervisory reviews, oversee data analysis, and draft comprehensive guidance papers to communicate results to subject persons;
  • Support the risk assessment process, coordinate the Risk Committee, and contribute to the National Risk Assessment;
  • Assist in developing and updating internal policies and procedures applicable to the Risk Team;
  • Liaise and cooperate with competent authorities, including MFSA, MGA, Sanctions Monitoring Board, NCCPMLFT, and the Malta Police;
  • Lead or support ad hoc projects, including assisting internal stakeholders with data extraction and analysis;
  • Represent the firm at international fora, meetings, and workshops, including speaking engagements;
  • Contribute to evaluations and assessments conducted by local and international bodies (EU, Egmont, MONEYVAL, FATF, etc.);
  • Deliver training on AML/CFT topics during firms-organised seminars and events, and collaborate with the Legal Section on the issuance of AML/CFT guidance documents.
Requirements:
  • MQF Level 6 qualification in risk management, banking, finance, statistics, economics, or related subjects, with at least 5 years’ experience (including 1 year in a senior-level role); OR
  • MQF Level 5 qualification in law, finance, financial services, insurance, accounting, auditing, statistics, economics, or related subjects, with at least 7 years’ experience;
  • Strong knowledge of Maltese AML/CFT legislation, international standards, and EU regulations;
  • Experience in AML/CFT checks, risk assessments, data analysis, or statistics;
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English, with strong analytical abilities;
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office (knowledge of Power BI or other data analysis tools is considered an asset);
  • Demonstrated track record of technical competence, efficiency, ethical responsibility, and diligence.
Benefits:
  • Health and life insurance group cover;
  • Hybrid work model;
  • Sponsorship training scheme, training & study leave;
  • Family-friendly measures;
  • Team building events;
  • Free parking on a first-come, first-served basis.