Financial Intelligence Analysis Unit

The Financial Intelligence Analysis Unit is the national central agency in Malta that is responsible for the collection, collation, processing, analysis and dissemination of information to combat money laundering and the funding of terrorism. The Unit became operational on 1 October 2002, when it was established by virtue of Legal Notice 297 of 2002. This legal notice brought into force the comprehensive amendments to the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (Act XXXI of 2001). Though set up as an agency within the ministry responsible for finance, the Unit has a separate judicial personality and operates autonomously from its own offices with its own staff. The responsibilities related to the governance of the Unit are divided among the Board of Governors and the Director, with the Board establishing the policy and the Director being tasked with the execution of that policy. The Director is also responsible for carrying out all other functions of the Unit not attributed to the Board by the Prevention of Money Laundering Act. He is assisted by permanent staff operating within six distinct sections responsible for Intelligence Analysis, Supervision and Enforcement, Legal Affairs, Corporate Services & People Performance and Culture, Policy and Quality Assurance, and Technology and Information Security.

About

Senior Committee Coordinator

Jobsplus Permit No: 863/2024

The Role

We are looking for a highly organized and detail-oriented AML/CFT specialist to join our Enforcement Section.

This role offers the opportunity to leverage your AML/CFT expertise and analytical skills to mentor colleagues and play a key role in ensuring the smooth operation of our AML/CFT Compliance Monitoring Committee. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are essential, as you will play a key role in ensuring effectiveness in combating money laundering and terrorism financing.

Duties and Responsibilities

AML/CFT Mentoring & Guidance

Train our officers to deliver concise case presentations to the AML/CFT Committee, enabling them to make well-informed decisions based on comprehensive and complete evidence.

Committee Operations & Records

Manage Committee meetings for efficient and productive discussions.
Coordinate Information Flow by ensuring timely access to all necessary information and resources by the Committee, to empower informed decision-making.
Maintain Meeting Records by accurately recording, finalizing and archive Committee meeting minutes and related documents to ensure accountability, transparency, and a comprehensive historical record.
Track all Committee decisions, ensure their implementation, and provide updates to the Committee to maintain accountability and demonstrate the impact of their decisions.

Enforcement & Oversight

Review and maintain the Enforcement Section’s Policies and Procedures to ensure their continued effectiveness and relevance in guiding enforcement actions.
Draft, review, and issue targeted guidance papers to inform enforcement processes and raise public awareness.
Plan and deliver AML training sessions for both external and internal audiences.

Legal & Administrative Support

Represent the FIAU by attending court sittings as a witness when required, contributing to the effectiveness of enforcement regulations.
Keep management updated on enforcement activities and support ad-hoc projects as assigned.
Liaise with local and international supervisory authorities and represent the FIAU in international fora.
Fulfil any other duties delegated by senior management.

Requirements

An MQF 6 qualification in Financial Services, Banking and Finance, Economics, Law, Statistics, Accounting, Auditing or in any other subject, with at least 4 years work experience relevant to this post or
An MQF Level 5 qualification in financial Services, Banking and Finance, Economics, Law, Statistics, Accounting, Auditing or in any other subject, with at least 5 years work experience relevant to this post.
Experience in the scheduling and management of meetings and in minute taking.
Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office Word and Excel.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills in the Maltese & English languages.
Translation skills from the Maltese to the English language are considered an asset.
Experience in the scheduling and management of meetings and in minute taking.
Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office Word and Excel
Excellent written and verbal communication skills in the Maltese & English languages.
Translation skills from the Maltese to the English language are considered an asset.