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ALT21

MLRO, Compliance

ALT21

. Own AML/CFT and compliance frameworks, including policies, procedures and monitoring .

Posted 11/11/2026full-timeGzira • MaltaMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Demonstrates expertise in AML/CFT compliance frameworks, regulatory reporting, and client onboarding processes. Proven ability to collaborate with regulators and integrate compliance controls into financial services products.

Highest-signal resume keywords
AML/CFT Compliance FrameworksMLRO ExperienceRegulatory ReportingClient Due Diligence (CDD)RegTech Experience

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Hard Skills
Compliance MonitoringSuspicious Activity Reporting (SAR)Sanctions ScreeningRegulatory FilingsCompliance Manual MaintenanceEU AML/CFT FrameworksOnboarding ProcessesTransaction MonitoringRisk AssessmentRegulatory Compliance
Soft Skills
Clear CommunicationSound JudgementIndependenceRelationship BuildingCommercial Mindset
Tools & Technologies
Automated Screening ToolsTransaction Monitoring ToolsRegTech Solutions
Certifications & Qualifications
MFSA ApprovalPersonal Questionnaire (PQ)
Industry Keywords
Financial ServicesEMIMiFIDFIAUMFSA

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Own AML/CFT and compliance frameworks, including policies, procedures and monitoring
  • Lead as MLRO by reviewing and escalating suspicious activity and making STR/SAR submissions to the FIAU
  • Guide client onboarding, including CDD and EDD
  • Oversee sanctions screening and regulatory reporting, including REQ submissions
  • Maintain the Compliance Manual and policies
  • Run compliance monitoring and ensure compliance with licence conditions
  • Build relationships with the MFSA and FIAU through engagement, filings and inspections
  • Collaborate with product and technology teams to embed compliance controls into the platform
  • Identify opportunities to use technology and automation for onboarding, screening, monitoring and reporting
  • Deliver AML/CFT and compliance training across the team
  • Report to the Board on regulatory developments and key risks
  • Report to the Managing Director and the Board

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • Solid experience in compliance and MLRO roles in regulated financial services
  • A background in EMI and/or MiFID-regulated businesses
  • A strong grasp of EU AML/CFT frameworks
  • Confidence working with regulators, ideally the MFSA and FIAU
  • A commercial mindset and a knack for linking regulation to product strategy and growth
  • Enthusiasm for technology-led ways of working; experience with RegTech, automated screening or transaction monitoring tools is a plus
  • Sound judgement, clear communication and the independence a controlled function calls for
  • This role requires MFSA approval through a Personal Questionnaire (PQ)
  • Ideally, prior experience completing an MFSA Personal Questionnaire; otherwise, willingness to undergo an assessment with legal counsel support

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • Equity in a high-growth European fintech
  • Private health insurance
  • An office with a gym and sauna
  • Hybrid working, with one day a week from home