MLRO (Money Laundering Reporting Officer)

About the role

Valletta Compliance & Risk Ltd is a Malta-based compliance advisory and risk management firm serving banks, payment service providers and licensed iGaming operators. We are expanding our in-house compliance team to support growth across Malta and the EU.

The MLRO will own the firm’s AML/CTF programme and act as the primary reporting officer for suspicious activity reports. You will lead KYC/EDD policies, transaction monitoring oversight, internal investigations and regulatory communications. The role is hands-on and requires strong judgment, clear regulatory knowledge of Maltese and EU AML frameworks and experience managing a small team.

This position offers a mix of on-site and remote work, regular contact with senior stakeholders and exposure to diverse clients. It is an attractive opportunity for a candidate wanting senior responsibility, regulatory visibility and a competitive package in a central Sliema location.

About Valletta Compliance & Risk Ltd

Valletta Compliance & Risk Ltd provides regulatory compliance, AML/CTF advisory and risk assessments to financial services and iGaming businesses operating in Malta and the EU. Our team combines former regulators, compliance specialists and auditors to deliver practical, Malta-focused solutions.

What you can expect

• Competitive senior-level salary
• Central Sliema office close to transport links
• Training and certification budget (e.g. ACAMS/ICA)
• Private health contribution and pension scheme
• Direct exposure to FIAU reporting and regulatory engagements

Key responsibilities

• Act as the company’s Money Laundering Reporting Officer and primary contact for suspicious activity reporting to the FIAU.
• Maintain, review and enhance the AML/CTF policies, procedures and controls to ensure regulatory compliance.
• Oversee KYC/EDD and client onboarding processes, ensuring appropriate risk classification and documentation.
• Supervise transaction monitoring alerts, lead investigations and determine whether SARs should be filed.
• Provide AML training and guidance to staff and client-facing teams; promote a compliance culture across the firm.
• Conduct regular AML risk assessments and prepare reports for senior management and the board.
• Liaise with regulators, external auditors and legal advisors during inspections and examinations.
• Manage and mentor a small compliance team; assign tasks, review work and support professional development.

Requirements

• Minimum 5 years’ relevant experience in AML/compliance within financial services, payments or iGaming, with at least 2 years in a senior/compliance lead role.
• Demonstrable knowledge of Maltese AML/CTF laws and FIAU Guidelines, plus EU AML frameworks.
• Proven experience preparing and submitting Suspicious Activity Reports and managing regulatory interactions.
• Strong written and verbal English; Maltese language skills are an advantage.
• Degree in Law, Finance, Business, or a related discipline, or equivalent professional experience.
• Proficiency with transaction monitoring systems, KYC/CDD platforms and MS Office.
• Ability to work from the Sliema office for core days and attend in-person regulatory meetings when required.
• Eligible to work in Malta (candidates must hold the right to work in Malta or have appropriate residency/work permissions).

How to apply

Please send your CV and a brief cover letter outlining your AML/MLRO experience and current notice period to [email protected]. Include references and any relevant certifications.