Head of Risk

Who we are 

Calamatta Cuschieri Moneybase is one of Malta’s largest financial services firms that pioneered the Maltese financial services industry as early as 1971. With a philosophy to consistently service clients in an honest and personalised manner, we have moved from strength to strength gaining an excellent reputation along the way. 

Moneybase a multi-award-winning finance platform that allows individuals and businesses to easily manage all their financial needs, from daily payments to and investments to treasury and wealth management. 

What we believe in 

We are committed to providing our clients with a personalised, high value and comprehensive service. We believe in the well-being of our staff, in the importance of constant innovation and in the use of the latest technologies to achieve our mission. 

The Head of Risk role is an Enterprise Risk role and a role that is PQ’ed by the MFSA. This position is responsible for developing and implementing a comprehensive Enterprise Risk Management framework that enables proactive risk identification and strategic decision-making.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Develop, implement and maintain a comprehensive risk framework, including policies and procedure to mitigate fraud, credit, financial and regulatory risks

• Conduct thorough risk assessments and implement effective controls to address identified risks

• Drive technological improvements within the risk team, leveraging internal and external technologies to enhance efficiency

• Oversee the development and regular refinement of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Risk Management policies and procedures, ensuring their effective implementation and adherence across all units

• Keeping abreast of regulatory changes and industry best practices in the field of risk management

• Manage a team of Analysts/Managers

• Partnering with key stakeholders to develop and implement standards, processes, programs, and best practices related to risk management

• Preparing regular reports to the Risk Committee and Board of Directors of the Company as needed from time to time

• Chairing the Risk Committee and attending other Committees as required

• Liaise with the MFSA and other relevant regulatory bodies as required, including responding to information requests and audits

• Provide Risk Management training within the team as may be required

  
  

• Must possess sufficient experience or qualifications to obtain MFSA approval as a risk officer

• At least 5 years of previous work experience in a similar managerial role within the Banking, Investment Services or Financial sector

• Ideally have experience in Lending and/or Transaction Monitoring

• Previous experience in Investment Services will be considered an asset

• Exceptional analytical, problem solving and presentation/report writing skills, combined with a good understanding of business dynamics and commercial value drivers

• Ability to work calmly in a fast-paced and agile environment

• Must be a team player and have excellent communication skills

• Highly computer literate with a very strong knowledge of Microsoft Excel

   

Remuneration

We are committed to attracting and selecting top people to join our team. We are also committed to creating a workplace that encourages individual growth; we value our people and their well-being.

What we offer:

- Health Insurance and fitness allowances
- Study Leave

- Fully paid sponsorship schemes for further studies

- Exposure to the very latest technologies

- Opportunities for career growth
- Variable bonus linked to KPI

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All Applications will be acknowledged and treated with maximum confidentiality

“The enduring goal of Calamatta Cuschieri is that the composition of our workforce should reflect that of the communities in which we work.”

Reference: CCMT01925