A client of ours operating a start-up Company specialised in Business support and Financial /Fintech Services, is looking to onboard a Compliance Officer & DPO to join their growing team of professionals. The designated person will be reporting the the MLRO, and will be responsible for ensuring that the Company operates in full compliance with applicable regulatory and legal requirements:
Duties:
Maintain compliance registers, including regulatory obligations, breaches, complaints and incidents.
Monitor regulatory developments and assess their impact on the Company’s operations.
Develop, maintain and update the company’s compliance framework, policies and procedures in line with MFSA and EU regulatory requirements.
Conduct periodic compliance monitoring reviews and internal control assessments.
Support the MLRO and management in ensuring adherence to AML/CFT obligations, including oversight of KYC/CDD processes where required.
Coordinate regulatory reporting and assist in submissions to the MFSA and other competent authorities.
Promote a strong compliance culture across the organisation through guidance, awareness initiatives and training.
Provide compliance advice to management on new products, services and operational changes.
Act as the designated Data Protection Officer in accordance with GDPR requirements.
Good working knowledge of MFSA regulatory frameworks, EU Anti-Money Laundering Directives, PSD2/PSD3 and GDPR requirements.
Demonstrated experience in compliance, regulatory, risk or governance roles within the financial services sector, preferably within payments, fintech, banking or regulated financial institutions.
Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills in English
Education and Experience
Relevant professional qualifications in compliance, AML/CFT, risk management or data protection (such as ICA, ACAMS, CIPP/E, or equivalent) are considered an asset
