Senior Financial Crimes Analyst- EU, Malta

In this role, you will:

• 2LoD role providing oversight and quality review of complex, high-risk investigative casework involving a broad range of financial crime typologies;
• Assess and evaluate high-risk Suspicious Transaction Reports (STRs), Suspicious Activity Reports (SARs), and other regulatory submissions in accordance with local and international compliance standards;
• Conduct detailed reviews of sanctions-related investigations, including the analysis of potential matches to relevant regional watchlists and managing the escalation and submission process as required;
• Analyze the risk profiles of Politically Exposed Persons (PEPs) and assess associated financial crime risks;
• Maintain a working knowledge of local AML/CFT regulations, best practices, internal controls and AML/CFT risk management practices;
• Assist in drafting and implementing of internal procedures to faciliate the escalation process;
• Assist in investigation-related inquiries from law enforcement agencies and Financial Intelligence Units (FIUs);
• Act as point of contact with relevant compliance teams and all relevant stakeholders;
• Exercise sound judgment in navigating complex, high-risk cases where solutions may not be straightforward, ensuring decisions are balanced and well-reasoned.

Job Requirements:

• Minimum of two years of relevant experience in an AML/CFT role within a financial institution regulated in Malta, experience in virtual financial assets (cryptocurrency) will be considered an asset;
• A thorough understanding of AML/CFT regulations within the fintech industry;
• General compliance experience in multiple fields including AML, Sanctions, KYC and Onboarding;
• Hands on experience in conducting financial crime investigations and writing corresponding narratives;
• Experience filing Reports through the FIAU GoAml Portal will be considered an asset;
• Must be able to perform independently and with minimal supervision;
• Strong organizational skills, must be multi-tasked oriented and able to balance priorities and deadlines;
• Strong written and verbal communication skills;
• Proficiency in the analysis of numeric data through excel or similar data tools;
• Experience with blockchain analytics and monitoring tools is preferred;
• Knowledge of digital assets and fintech products is preferred;
• CAMS certification, or willingness to obtain is preferred.