Compliance Support Officer

JobMatchingPartner are looking for a Compliance Support Officer to join a well-established and growing professional services firm in Malta. Reporting to the Head of Compliance, you will play a pivotal role in strengthening and maintaining a robust, inspection-ready compliance framework across the Group’s regulated and non-regulated activities. This is a broad, compliance-led position, with AML/CFT responsibilities forming a clearly defined component of a wider remit. The role does not involve independent MLRO decision-making responsibilities. This is an excellent opportunity for a compliance professional looking to develop as an all-round specialist within a supportive, family-oriented culture. This is a hybrid role, offering a salary of up to €35K + performance bonus. Role & Responsibilities
• Support the Compliance Function in monitoring adherence to the Company Service Providers Act, the Trusts and Trustees Act, MFSA requirements and data protection obligations
• Contribute to the design, delivery and recording of the Compliance Monitoring Programme, including thematic reviews, file testing and control assessments
• Provide regulatory and governance input on client onboarding and acceptance procedures, and support the ongoing review of existing clients, structures, trusts and fiduciary arrangements
• Assist in preparing and maintaining Board and management compliance reports, including follow-up on findings and remedial actions
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date compliance registers, logs and records
• Track regulatory developments and escalate relevant updates to the Head of Compliance
• Assist in drafting, implementing and periodically reviewing compliance policies, procedures and internal controls, and provide compliance guidance to operational teams
• Assist in reviewing AML/CFT documentation produced during onboarding and ongoing monitoring (e.g. CDD, customer risk assessments, source of wealth and source of funds narratives)
• Assist in testing AML/CFT controls under the Compliance Monitoring Programme, recording findings and following up on remediation actions
• Assist in maintaining AML/CFT records, logs and reporting outputs in coordination with the MLRO, and support AML/CFT training and awareness initiatives Education, Skills & Requirements
• 2+ years of experience in a general compliance, regulatory or governance role, ideally within a CSP, trustee, fiduciary or regulated professional services setting in Malta
- non-negotiable
• Professional qualifications and/or certifications in Governance, Compliance, AML/CFT or Risk are a plus
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English
• Exposure to AML/CFT matters is required for this role
• Exposure to general compliance frameworks, particularly those relating to CSPs and trustee activities, along with a working knowledge of AML/CFT obligations and MFSA guidance
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills, with the ability to evaluate compliance risks and controls across varied business lines
• Well organised and detail-oriented, able to juggle several compliance workstreams while keeping clear audit trails
• Able to work independently within a structured Compliance Function, with a clear grasp of independence and escalation requirements

About the role
• Salary of up to €35K + performance bonus
• Hybrid working with flexible hours
• Longer weekends (office closes at 2pm on Fridays)
• Birthday leave
• Study leave and sponsorships
• On-the-job training and mentoring from industry professionals
• Career progression plan
• Opportunities to attend industry events
• Health insurance
• Wellness allowance
• Free mental health workshops and one-to-one sessions
• Free parking
• Corporate discounts
• Regular team building and departmental events Note: Due to the urgency of the role, only candidates who are based in Malta and have experience in a similar role in Malta can be considered. Kindly apply with your detailed CV in English. *JobMatchingPartner Limited is a recruitment agency licenced in Malta, EU with licence no EA00340-2024. We act on behalf of clients based in Malta and elsewhere. JobMatchingPartner does not share your personal details with any third party without your written consent.