The FinTech Supervision function is responsible for the authorisation and supervision of entities operating under the Markets in Crypto-Assets Regulation (MiCA) and the Financial Institutions Act. The function also acts as the Authority's centre of expertise on digital finance and FinTech-related supervisory and policy matters. The function also works closely with internal stakeholders, national competent authorities, and European institutions to ensure consistent, effective, and forward-looking supervision in a rapidly evolving digital finance environment.

About the Role As a Junior Analyst within the authorisation team of the FinTech Supervision Function you will be expected to:

Assess applications for authorisation under the Financial Institutions Act and Markets in Crypto-Assets Act, supervise licence holders under the said Acts and carry out other related work;
Assist throughout the authorisation stage of prospective Licence Holders and the supervision of Licence Holders;
Draft memoranda to be presented to the relevant decision-making bodies within the MFSA;
Supporting a team of analysts with authorisation and supervisory workstreams;
Assist in the authorisation and supervision processes in line with the related priorities established by the Authority;
Assist in cross-functional projects and initiatives as necessary;
Support in the development and maintenance of operational procedures;
Keep abreast with developments in the areas of Financial Institutions and Crypto-Assets Services Providers.
Coordinate with the various Functions and Directorates of the Authority in the handling of the various projects and tasks, as well as other Governmental bodies, when required;
Undertake any other tasks or projects as delegated by line management, depending on the Authority's exigencies.

About You We are looking for candidates with solid academic background which may be considered as relevant to this post.

The role calls for an academic qualification in a relevant field of study at National Qualification Framework Level 6 or better, duly certified by the Malta Qualifications Recognition Information Centre (MQRIC) or a widely recognised professional qualification at a comparable level.

If you do not have the necessary academic or professional qualifications but you have at least five (5) years of relevant experience in a compliance or an investigative and/or analytical environment, we would still be interested in speaking with you.

The ideal candidate should demonstrate the following skills/experience:

Have an interest in financial services;
Self-driven and ability to multi-task and meet deadlines;
Ability to prioritise and deliver quality work under pressure;
Attention to detail and strive for quality and accuracy of reports raised;
Excellent verbal and communication skills;
Ability to build collaborative working relationships, including internally within the Authority as well as with external stakeholders; and
Sound analytical skills.

Other Information The MFSA is an Equal Opportunities Employer as certified by the NCPE (National Commission for the Protection of Equality) and is committed to a policy of equal opportunity in all aspects of employment and will take care to avoid any form of discrimination in its recruitment procedures. The MFSA reserves the right to withdraw this call at any time and not to select any of the Candidates.

It is the responsibility of applicants in possession of qualifications awarded by Universities and other similar institutions outside Malta to produce a recognition statement on comparability of qualifications issued by the Malta Qualifications Recognition Information Centre (MQRIC). Applicants should do so preferably at application stage or otherwise at the preliminary interview should an applicant be selected for such interview. Details can be obtained by accessing the National Commission for Further and Higher Education website on under MQRIC heading.

The MFSA shall ensure that any processing of personal data is in accordance with Regulation (EU) 2016/679 (General Data Protection Regulation), the Data Protection Act (Chapter 586 of the Laws of Malta) and any other relevant European Union and national law. For further details, you may refer to the Data Protection Policy on the MFSA webpage .

Candidates are to note that the submission of any false statement/s or omission, even if unintended, may lead to the cancellation of their application and may render the candidate's appointment liable to termination.

Furthermore, please note that candidates may be asked to submit any documentation in support of the information provided, including but not limited to, proof of qualifications and Police Conduct Certificates.

Junior Analyst (Authorisation)

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