Fenech & Fenech Advocates, a leading multi-disciplinary law firm providing tailored legal services across all practice areas, is currently seeking to recruit a motivated lawyer to join its Financial Crime Compliance Team, with a particular focus on AML, CFT and sanctions advisory.

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys regulatory work, practical problem-solving and the fast-moving world of financial crime compliance. The successful candidate will work closely with a senior partner and benefit from direct access, close supervision and an open-door mentoring style.

General Responsibilities include:

Advising clients on AML/CFT, sanctions and financial crime compliance obligations.
Drafting and reviewing compliance manuals, policies, procedures and client advice.
Supporting clients in FIAU/MFSA examinations, remediation exercises and regulatory engagement.
Monitoring Maltese and EU developments on AML/CFT, sanctions, beneficial ownership and supervisory reporting.
Working with regulated entities, including financial institutions, investment firms, funds, compliance teams and corporate service providers.

Requirements of the ideal candidate:

A genuine interest in AML, CFT, sanctions and financial crime compliance.
Strong drafting, research and analytical skills.
Excellent attention to detail and sound judgment.
Strong written and spoken English.
A collaborative, organised and proactive working style.
All levels of experience will be considered. Experience in AML/CFT, sanctions, regulatory compliance, financial services or dealings with the MFSA/FIAU is a plus, but not mandatory.

Any compliance experience, postgraduate study or relevant certification will be considered an asset.

Candidates will be provided on the job training and will have opportunities for continual professional development. The job offers excellent career growth prospects and an attractive remuneration and benefits package commensurate with the experience and qualifications of the chosen candidate.

All applications will be treated in strictest confidence. Personal data provided by a candidate will be processed by the Organisation for the purposes of its recruitment process and in case of employment for the purposes of the employee’s relationship with the organisation.

Associate (Lawyer) - Financial Crime Compliance Team (AML, CFT and Sanctions Focus)

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