Assistant Risk Manager - Malta

Ref
2532
Category
Corporate, Legal, Compliance and Risk
Date Posted
17 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