Compliance Analyst (Advocate)

A regulated financial institution based in Malta is growing its compliance function and is looking for aCompliance Analystto support its legal and regulatory framework. The successful candidate will report directly to the Head of Legal & Compliance.

This is anoffice-basedrole offering a salary ofup to €35K.

Role & Responsibilities

• Monitor, interpret, and apply Maltese and EU banking regulations, including the Banking Act and MFSA regulatory framework

• Provide legal and regulatory input to senior management to support informed decision-making

• Contribute to the development, enhancement, and maintenance of internal governance frameworks, policies, and control procedures

• Design and maintain structured compliance monitoring activities covering regulatory and AML/CFT obligations

• Conduct risk assessments, control reviews, gap analyses, and thematic compliance testing

• Ensure regulatory reporting and submissions are completed accurately and within required deadlines

• Act as the day-to-day liaison with the MFSA, including inspections, supervisory correspondence, and regulatory queries

• Support the preparation of regulatory responses, formal submissions, and remediation tracking

• Collaborate with internal teams including Risk, Legal, Audit, and Operations to strengthen compliance integration across the business

• Deliver training and awareness initiatives on regulatory and compliance matters

Education, Skills & Requirements

• Warranted Advocate in Malta (non-negotiable)

• Minimum 2 years’ experience in banking or financial services

• Strong understanding of Maltese and EU regulatory frameworks, including AML/CFT and conduct requirements (non-negotiable)

• Fluency in English at C2/Native level, both written and spoken

• Excellent drafting, analytical, and communication skills

• Ability to work independently while engaging effectively with regulators and internal stakeholders

• High level of integrity, attention to detail, and structured thinking

• Professional certifications such as ICA or ACAMS are a plus

• Proactive mindset with the ability to manage multiple regulatory priorities

About the Role

• Salary of up to €35K

• Office-based role in Sliema, Malta

• Opportunity to join a growing regulated financial institution with strong exposure to regulatory engagement

Note:Due to urgency, only applicants with the right to work in Malta will be considered.

Apply with your detailed CV.

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