Assistant Risk Manager - Malta

Ref
2532
Category
Corporate, Legal, Compliance and Risk
Date Posted
5 September 2025

Our client is looking to recruit an Assistant Risk Manager to join their team.

The chosen candidate shall follow the duties & responsibilities as per below:

- Support the Risk Manager in overseeing the Risk Team’s work, ensuring adherence to internal policies, established practices, and efficient use of resources;

- Provide guidance and direction to team members on daily tasks and projects, monitoring performance and ensuring deadlines are met. Act as the main point of contact in the Manager’s absence;

- Assist in devising and monitoring the annual plan for supervisory meetings and compliance examinations, ensuring timely and effective execution;

- Coordinate with other managers on thematic and supervisory reviews, including data collection, analysis, and preparation of detailed guidance papers based on outcomes;

- Support the risk assessment process, coordinate Risk Committee activities, and contribute to national risk assessment initiatives;

- Assist in developing and updating internal risk-related policies and procedures;

- Liaise and collaborate with relevant authorities and stakeholders, including regulatory and enforcement bodies, as required;

- Lead or provide support for ad hoc projects and assist internal teams with data extraction;

- Represent the organisation at international meetings, forums, and workshops, including speaking engagements when required;

- Contribute to the preparation of questionnaires and support evaluations and assessments conducted by local and international bodies such as the EU, Egmont, MONEYVAL, and FATF;

- Deliver training on AML/CFT matters during seminars and events, and collaborate with the Legal Section in issuing related guidance documents.

Qualifications & Experience:

- An MQF Level 6 qualification in risk management, finance, statistics, economics, or a related field, with at least five years of experience (including one year in a senior role); OR an MQF Level 5 qualification in law, finance, financial services, insurance, accounting, auditing, statistics, economics, or a related field, with at least seven years of experience; 

- Strong knowledge and practical understanding of legislation governing the prevention of money laundering and financing of terrorism in Malta, as well as relevant international standards and EU regulations; 

- Experience in AML/CFT checks, risk assessments, data analysis, or statistical evaluation;

- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English, combined with strong analytical abilities;

- Proficiency in Microsoft Office; knowledge of Power BI and other data analysis tools will be considered an asset.

- Demonstrated track record of technical competence, efficiency, integrity, and diligence.

Join us for a position that offers a competitive salary and ongoing professional development. 

If the above positions are not for you but know someone who might be interested, refer a friend to StreetHR and receive up to €300 upon successful placement. Terms and Conditions apply. Speak to us for more information on careers@streethr.com.mt