Intelligence Analyst

Location Central
Discipline: Accounting & Finance, Accounting & Professional Services
Job type: Full Time
Salary: Attractive
Job ref: 738
Published: about 20 hours ago
Our client, that operates within the public sector, is currently seeking to recruit an Intelligence Analyst to join their Intelligence Analysis Section.

Responsibilities:
  • Conduct detailed financial analysis related to suspicions of money laundering and/or terrorism financing.
  • Prioritise and evaluate financial intelligence reports received.
  • Carry out research on typologies, methodologies, and guidance issued by international bodies and foreign FIUs to identify emerging threats and vulnerabilities.
  • Manage correspondence with stakeholders, including domestic authorities, subject persons, and foreign counterparts.
  • Prepare analytical reports for onward transmission to competent authorities and foreign FIUs when a reasonable suspicion is identified.
  • Maintain and update both paper-based and digital information management systems.
  • Assist in assessing tools and software used for analysing financial data.
  • Guide and support Junior Intelligence Analysts to meet team and individual performance targets.
  • Collate and analyse information for timely responses to bi-lateral requests from law enforcement agencies and foreign FIUs.
  • Compile and review statistical data in line with legal obligations under the PMLFTR.
  • Represent the company in local and international meetings, forums, and events.
  • Participate in internal committees and contribute to the development and enforcement of internal SOPs.
  • Stay abreast of local and international developments in AML/CFT legislation and standards.

Requirements:
  • In possession of an MQF Level 6 qualification in law, banking and finance, criminology, financial services, insurance, accounting, economics, or a related field, with a minimum of 3 years of relevant work experience,
    OR
  • An MQF Level 5 qualification in a relevant field with at least 4 years of relevant experience.
  • Strong background in tax and accounting will be considered an asset.
  • Excellent knowledge of Maltese AML/CFT laws and regulations, EU legislation, and international AML standards.
  • Sound understanding of EU directives and domestic financial services legislation.
  • Proficient in both Maltese and English (spoken and written).
  • Strong analytical and report writing skills.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and other office automation tools.
  • Demonstrated organisational ability, integrity, and ability to work both independently and within a team.

Office Hours:
  • 1 Jan – 15 Jul: 08:00–17:00
  • 16 Jul – 14 Sep: 08:00–13:30
  • 15 Sep – 31 Dec: 08:00–17:00