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Job Reference: 4195/20

Primary Job Focus: AML

Employment Level: Officer

Status: Searching

Job Purpose

The Anti-Money laundering Officer role shall report directly to the Anti-Money Laundering Senior Executive and/or Anti-Money Laundering Manager in the performance of their duties. The role primarily includes the conducting of AML/CFT off-site and on-site examinations on Land-Based and Remote Gaming Licensees which are considered as Subject Persons under the Prevention of Money Laundering and Funding of Terrorism Regulations.

Main Duties and Responsibilities:

• Collecting and analysing documentation of Gaming Licensees pertinent to AML/CFT such as; Risk Assessments, Customer Acceptance Policies and AML Policies and Procedures;
• Performing full scope, targeted, thematic, or offsite examinations on Gaming Licensees to assess their compliance with the AML/CFT obligations under the Prevention of Money Laundering and Funding of Terrorism Regulations, independently or jointly with the FIAU;
• Drafting findings report of AML/CFT examinations in a timely manner and presenting to the relevant administrative and/or judicial bodies;
• Following up AML/CFT findings with Gaming Licensees;
• Conducting ad hoc tasks as instructed by the AML Manager and/or AML Senior Executive;
• Conducting reviews of gaming licensees to ensure compliance and implementation of the Responsible Gaming Regulations;
• Staying abreast of the AML/CFT and Gaming Laws and Regulations;
• Liaising with Gaming Licensees, the different departments within the MGA, the FIAU and other regulatory bodies.

Technical/Professional Expertise:

• Degree Level of education or equivalent;
• Lower qualifications accompanied by relevant certifications/experience in AML/Regulatory setting will be considered;
• Excellent report writing skills;
• Capable of presenting findings in written and oral format;
• Excellent command of both English and Maltese language (both written and spoken);
• At least two (2) years’ experience in a similar role;              
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced and changing environment;
• Strategic, critical and analytical thinking;  
• Ability to take ownership and ability to act in line with agreed KPIs;            
• Able to work under pressure; and
• Sound knowledge of AML/CFT Laws and Regulations governing the EU and Malta. 

Jobsplus Permit Number 671/2020.