Compliance officer

On behalf of our client, Manpower Malta is seeking a Compliance Officer to join a fast‑growing organisation operating within the corporate and professional services sector.

Overview

Manpower Malta is supporting a client experiencing sustained growth and seeking a dedicated Compliance Officer to strengthen its operations and regulatory functions. This position plays a central role in maintaining the organisations compliance, AML/CFT, governance, and reporting obligations in line with Maltese and EU requirements. The selected candidate will work closely with the internal operations leadership, as well as the clients designated Compliance Officer (CO) and Money Laundering Reporting Officer (MLRO).

This is an excellent opportunity for a compliance professional looking to broaden their career, gain exposure to complex corporate structures, and contribute to strong governance within a dynamic and expanding firm.

Key Responsibilities

Compliance, AML/CFT & Regulatory Monitoring

• Lead day-to-day internal compliance operations across the organisation.
• Support the CO and MLRO in the ongoing development and implementation of compliance and AML/CFT frameworks.
• Conduct CDD, EDD, ongoing monitoring, and risk assessments for both new and existing clients.
• Participate in client onboarding, reviewing corporate documentation, beneficial ownership structures, and source‑of‑wealth evidence.
• Monitor regulatory updates issued by the FIAU, MFSA, and EU bodies, and assist with implementing necessary changes.
• Maintain internal compliance registers, including breach registers, PEP logs, training logs, and monitoring checklists.
• Assist with internal and external regulatory reporting obligations.
• Support transaction monitoring, screening reviews, internal reporting, and investigative procedures.

Policy, Process & Internal Controls

• Draft, review, and update policies, procedures, and internal control frameworks.
• Conduct internal compliance monitoring checks to ensure policies are adhered to across all departments.
• Ensure correct application of data protection (GDPR) requirements within compliance workflows.

Audit, Governance & Risk Management

• Support both internal and external audits and assist with remediation follow-ups.
• Contribute to Business Risk Assessments (BRA) and Customer Risk Assessments (CRA).
• Ensure compliance documentation is accurate, current, and stored in line with regulatory expectations.

Administration & Reporting

• Maintain organised and up-to-date compliance files, registers, and reports.
• Support regulatory submissions, ensuring compliance with deadlines and quality standards.
• Communicate professionally with clients, intermediaries, and service providers on compliance-related matters.
• Promote a strong compliance culture, including preparing and delivering internal training sessions when required.

Educational Requirements

• Degree, Diploma or Certification in Compliance, Business Administration, Law, Management, or a related field.
• Compliance or AML/CFT certifications are considered an asset (or willingness to obtain them).
• Commitment to continuous professional development and regulatory awareness.

Professional Experience

• Minimum 3 years experience in a compliance role within professional services, corporate services, legal, accounting, or other regulated environments.
• Experience in CDD/EDD, risk assessments, regulatory reporting, and compliance monitoring.
• Solid understanding of AML/CFT and GDPR regulatory obligations.
• Familiarity with practice management systems, CRM tools, document management systems, and Microsoft 365.
• Knowledge of the Maltese corporate and regulatory environment is an advantage.

Competencies & Personal Attributes

• Strong analytical, organisational, and problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and a commitment to quality.
• Fluency in written and spoken English; additional languages are an asset.
• High integrity, confidentiality, and professionalism.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively under pressure.
• Client‑centric mindset supported by strong commercial awareness.