Executive - Compliance & Risk

Location Central Region
Discipline: Accounting & Professional Services, Compliance & Risk Management
Job type: Full Time
Salary: €30,000
Job ref: 1021
Published: February 23 2026

AIMS International Malta is assisting one of its clients, a well-established CSP in Malta, with the recruitment of an Executive – Compliance and Risk.

The Executive - Compliance and Risk will be responsible for undertaking customer due diligence measures, assisting with AML and CFT audits, collaborating with teams to assist with technical queries in relation to financial crime, and assisting in the implementation of a customer onboarding system. You will also assist the Compliance team in drafting and maintaining internal policies, manuals, and procedures, as well as in the preparation and delivery of internal compliance training programs and regulatory reports.

Responsibilities:

  • Undertaking customer due diligence measures.

  • Assisting in the implementation and maintenance of a customer onboarding and risk management tool.

  • Collaborating with teams to assist with technical queries in relation to financial crime.

  • Conducting of AML and CFT audits and assessments.

  • Assisting with AML and CFT projects including investigations and remediation activities.

  • Conducting AML/CFT risk assessment and gap analysis for clients across various industries.

  • Developing and implementing AML/CFT policies and procedures for clients.

  • Advising clients on AML/CFT regulatory requirements and best practices.

  • Assisting the Compliance team in the drafting and maintenance of internal policies, manuals, and procedures.

  • Assisting in the preparation and delivery of compliance training progremmes and the preparation of periodic regulatory reports for submission to regulators.

  • Keeping up to date with local and international AML/CFT regulations and industry developments.


Requirements:

  • An undergraduate university degree (or equivalent) in law, financial services, criminology, compliance, risk management or a related field.

  • 2 to 3 years' experience working in compliance, risk management or countering financial crime.

  • Strong knowledge of local and international AML/CFT regulations and industry developments.

  • Experience in conducting AML/CFT risk assessments, developing AML/CFT policies and procedures, and conducting AML/CFT investigations.

  • Excellent interpersonal, and project management skills.

  • Strong analytical skills and attention to details.

  • Excellent communication skills and a strong command of both written and oral English.

  • Knowledge in using MS Office applications.

  • A proactive, can-do attitude with a willingness to learn.

  • A strong team player yet able to work independently when necessary.

  • Professional certification such as ACAMS, ICA, or ICBF would be an asset.


Benefits:

  • Health Insurance.

  • Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

  • Continuous Professional and Personal growth through our Learning & Development team and participation in international milestone programmes.

  • Family Friendly Measures - work-life balance.

  • Flexible working hours.

  • Working in a multi-cultural environment.

  • Recognition and Career Progression.

  • Wellbeing Allowance, which increases on a yearly basis.

  • Open door policy.

  • Firmwide social activities.

  • Gym and wellness membership on a yearly basis.

  • Hotel accommodation at discounted rated.

  • Tuition support on courses related to the job, and study leave.

  • Performance Appraisal held twice yearly.

  • Induction Meetings and buddy system.

  • Donate as you earn.

  • Career secondments opportunities.