Financial Crimes Director, Malta
Saint Julian's, Malta
Compliance – Regulatory Compliance & Operations /
Hybrid
Our Compliance Infrastructure team is responsible for the development and maintenance of systems, processes, and technologies that support our organization's compliance activities. This includes the European Financial Crimes and Compliance Operations team, which manages financial crime risk and ensures compliance with anti-money laundering (AML), sanctions, and anti-bribery and corruption (ABC) regulations.
Job Responsibilities:
- Serve as the primary point of contact for the Financial Crime (Fin-Crime) team regarding procedural or team-related inquiries;
- Optimize existing processes to enhance team efficiency and effectiveness;
- Develop and implement new processes to improve team performance and outcomes;
- Collaborate with relevant Money Laundering Reporting Officers (MLROs) to ensure adherence to instructions and procedures for the Fin-Crime team;
- Oversee the recruitment of analysts for the Fin-Crime team;
- Design, coordinate, and implement comprehensive training programs for new analysts;
- Assign and manage daily and weekly tasks to ensure the team meets business objectives and addresses backlog challenges;
- Analyze operational data to recommend improvements to processes, procedures, and systems;
- Stay informed of industry trends and best practices to drive innovation and continuous improvement;
- Communicate clearly and effectively with team members, stakeholders, and management, both verbally and in writing;
- Ensure strict compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, and company policies;
- Establish Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and monitor team productivity to achieve business objectives;
- Support and guide team members in meeting their individual goals and KPIs;
- Coordinate quality assurance initiatives to ensure team adherence to policies and procedures;
- Foster a positive and productive work environment, setting a professional tone for the team;
- Identify team members’ strengths and development areas, providing constructive feedback for improvement;
- Adapt to dynamic situations, making strategic decisions to ensure team success;
- Define clear objectives, roles, and responsibilities, ensuring alignment with the team’s vision;
- Regularly communicate expectations, goals, and feedback, addressing concerns or issues promptly;
- Proactively identify and resolve conflicts, facilitating discussions to achieve mutually satisfactory outcomes;
- Recognize and reward strong performance, encouraging continuous professional development;
- Provide opportunities for team members to enhance their skills and grow within their roles;
- Ensure full team compliance with organizational policies and procedures;
- Prepare and deliver performance reports, providing regular updates to senior management.
Job Requirements:
- Minimum of 10 years in a team leadership or senior management role, with a proven track record of successful leadership and team management;
- Demonstrated ability to develop and execute effective strategic plans aligned with organizational goals;
- Excellent verbal and written communication, with strong interpersonal skills to build strong relationships across teams and stakeholders;
- Strong analytical and decision-making abilities, capable of addressing complex challenges efficiently;
- In-depth understanding of industry trends, best practices, and regulatory requirements;
- Professional certifications such as CAMS (Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist) are advantageous;
- Previous experience in the virtual asset industry or a regulated financial environment is highly desirable;
- Strong leadership, management, and motivational skills to inspire and guide teams toward achieving objectives;
- Excellent analytical and critical thinking abilities for assessing opportunities and risks;
- Proven ability to perform effectively under pressure while meeting tight deadlines;
- A proactive and accountable mindset, with the ability to identify and resolve issues independently without the need for external prompting.
