Compliance Support Officer

Location Central Region
Discipline: Accounting & Professional Services, Compliance & Risk Management
Job type: Full Time
Salary: €30,000 - € 35,000
Job ref: 1071
Published: March 24 2026

Our client, a reputable Corporate Service Provider in Malta, is seeking to recruit a Compliance Support Officer to join their Compliance team.

The role would report to the Head of Compliance and assist in the planning, coordinating and evaluation of internal compliance activities. Ideal candidates would have a critical mindset, be self driven and able to manage their own work load whilst being eager to learn and develop in this field.

Responsibilities:

  • Supporting the Compliance Function in ensuring the Company’s ongoing compliance with its obligations under the Company Service Providers Act and Rulebook, the Trusts and Trustees Act, AML/CFT legislation, sanctions regimes, data protection laws and any other applicable legal or regulatory requirements; 

  • Assisting with the oversight of client onboarding and acceptance processes from a compliance perspective, including the review of customer risk assessments, KYC/CDD documentation, source of wealth and source of funds information and adherence to internal client acceptance and risk appetite frameworks; 

  • Assisting with the ongoing monitoring and periodic review of existing clients, including corporate structures, trusts and fiduciary arrangements, to ensure continued compliance with regulatory obligations, internal policies and risk classifications; 

  • Supporting the planning, coordination and execution of compliance activities carried out by the Compliance Function, ensuring such activities are appropriately documented, tracked and performed in line with applicable regulatory expectations; 

  • Monitoring and maintaining oversight of compliance tasks and deliverables, including follow-ups arising from reviews, testing, internal findings or regulatory matters and assisting in identifying patterns, deficiencies or emerging compliance risks; 

  • Assisting with regulatory horizon scanning, including monitoring relevant laws, regulations, rules, guidance notes, circulars and communications issued by competent authorities (including the MFSA and FIAU) and escalating relevant developments to the Head of Compliance; 

  • Assisting in the preparation, maintenance and updating of internal and external compliance reports, including management information, Board-level reporting, compliance monitoring outputs and regulatory submissions or notifications, as required; 

  • Assisting with the maintenance, accuracy and completeness of compliance-related registers and records; 

  • Supporting the development, implementation, maintenance and periodic review of compliance policies, procedures and internal controls, ensuring alignment with regulatory obligations applicable to CSP and trustee activities, as well as internal governance requirements applicable to non-regulated activities undertaken by the Group; 

  • Assisting with the oversight of compliance arrangements relating to non-regulated activities, including monitoring adherence to internal policies, ethical standards, governance frameworks and risk management controls applicable to such activities; 

  • Supporting the management and effective use of compliance systems, tools and databases used for onboarding oversight, monitoring, record-keeping, compliance testing and reporting; 

  • Assisting in the preparation and delivery of internal compliance training and awareness initiatives, including induction training and periodic refresher sessions covering regulatory and internal compliance requirements; 

  • Providing compliance support and guidance to operational and support functions on regulatory and internal compliance matters, while ensuring timely escalation to the Head of Compliance where required; 

  • Performing such other duties as may reasonably be required from time to time in support of the Compliance function.

Requirements:

  • A minimum of two (2) years’ experience in a compliance, AML, risk or regulatory role, ideally within a Corporate Services Provider, trustee, fiduciary, financial services or professional services environment; 

  • Professional certifications or qualifications in Compliance, AML/CFT, Risk Management or related disciplines will be considered an asset; 

  • Good working knowledge of general compliance frameworks, ideally including those stemming from the CSP Act and Rulebook, Trusts and Trustees legislation, AML/CFT requirements and relevant MFSA and FIAU guidance, together with an understanding of data protection obligations; 

  • Ability to apply analytical, critical and inquisitive judgement when reviewing clients, structures and activities across a range of jurisdictions, industries and business models; 

  • Strong organisational skills, attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple compliance activities concurrently while maintaining appropriate documentation and audit trails; 

  • Ability to work with a high degree of autonomy within a structured Compliance function, recognising the importance of escalation, independence and regulatory accountability; 

  • Excellent oral and written communication skills in English. 

Benefits:

  • Performance bonus; 

  • Hybrid working; 

  • Flexible hours; 

  • Longer weekends - on Fridays our client's office closes at 2pm! 

  • Birthday leave; 

  • Family culture; 

  • Health insurance; 

  • Free parking; 

  • Wellness allowance; 

  • Vacation leave pot - shared for exceptional circumstances; 

  • Opportunities to attend industry events; 

  • Regular team building & departmental events; 

  • Corporate Benefits - Discounts and Offers across the island; 

  • Free Mental Health Workshops & One-to-One Sessions; 

  • Study leave and Sponsorships; 

  • On-the-job training and mentoring from industry professionals.