Windcave

Risk and Compliance Officer

Windcave

full-time

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Location Type: Hybrid

Location: Birkirkara • Malta

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About the role

  • Serve as the Malta compliance lead, overseeing all compliance activities and reporting to the MFSA and BoM
  • Prepare and deliver reports for the Board of Directors and executive stakeholders
  • Develop and maintain risk and compliance programs aligned with Maltese regulations and Windcave global standards
  • Ensure policies, procedures, and controls are up to date and effectively implemented
  • Oversee enterprise-wide risk management processes
  • Act as the local Data Protection Officer (DPO) and liaise with the global DPO to ensure GDPR compliance
  • Coordinate internal/external audits and regulatory reviews
  • Facilitate staff training on risk, compliance, and data protection matters
  • Provide daily compliance and regulatory support to local teams

Requirements

  • 3–5+ years of experience in compliance/risk roles within the payments or financial services industry
  • Strong working knowledge of MFSA regulations, BoM reporting requirements, and board governance processes
  • Experience in liaising with regulators and handling audits
  • Demonstrated ability to operate independently in a fast-paced environment
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English (Maltese is a plus)
  • Strong understanding of GDPR and data protection regulations
  • Experience with payment systems, banking networks, and acquiring would be advantageous
  • Relevant qualifications in law, business, finance, or compliance (a law degree is a plus)
Benefits
  • Flexible hybrid work arrangement
  • Career path in a fast-growing global fintech company
  • Supportive global compliance structure with local autonomy
  • Collaborative team environment and mentoring opportunities
  • Regular social events and team building activities
  • Diverse, energetic and friendly team environment
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Certifications
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