The Apex Group was established in Bermuda in 2003 and is now one of the world’s largest fund administration and middle office solutions providers. Our business is unique in its ability to reach globally, service locally and provide cross-jurisdictional services. With our clients at the heart of everything we do, our hard-working team has successfully delivered on an unprecedented growth and transformation journey, and we are now represented by over circa 13,000 employees across 112 offices worldwide.Your career with us should reflect your energy and passion.
That’s why, at Apex Group, we will do more than simply ‘empower’ you. We will work to supercharge your unique skills and experience. Take the lead and we’ll give you the support you need to be at the top of your game. And we offer you the freedom to be a positive disrupter and turn big ideas into bold, industry-changing realities. For our business, for clients, and for you Senior Associate - Client AML Services Role Location: Malta Department: Client AML Team Employment Type: Full-time The Role & Key Responsibilities : Apex Fund Services (Malta) Limited is looking for a senior officer to join the Malta Office in the role of Senior Associate - Client AML Services .
The Senior Associate will be responsible to: Adhere to the relevant AML/KYC standards applied by Apex on its customers while all regulatory, compliance, risk management and due diligence controls of Apex are respected ; Be the contact person for c lients during the business relationship and manage the AML team with regard to the ongoing monitoring proces s; Take ownership of rather complex cases and / or analyses, consulting with senior management and MLRO where necessary; D iligently review client due diligence in line with the applicable procedures and in a timely manner ; On a monthly basis, collate the relevant information for internal reporting purposes, such as KPI’s/KRI’s ; Review and monitor on a daily basis any violations raised on the client screening system an d escalate as necessary to sen i or members; Assist the MLRO in the preparation of BRA’s and REQ’s; Assist with interna l audits /compliance monitoring plan , as required; Liaise with management on any AML/KYC issues and manage appropriately; Manage the day to day of the Client ongoing monitoring team.
Skills Required : Candidates should: Be in possession of a University Degree (MQF Level 6) and , ideally having a qualification in Prevention of Money Laundering and Combatting Terrorist Financing or related subjects coupled with a sound knowledge of EU AML Directives and related international standards ; Have a minimum of 2 years' experience as a specialist in Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and Combatting Terrorist Financing (CFT) , preference will be given to candidates with experience within the Fund industry ; B e able to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines whilst keeping an eye on detail; Strong problem-solving skills ; An ability to develop effective working relationships with different stakeholders ; Enthusiasm, with a positive and proactive approach to work ; possess good verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills ; possess good organisational skills and be capable of working in a team ; Have excellent analytical and time management skills .
What you will get in return: A genuinely unique opportunity to be part of an expanding large global business , Exposure to all aspects of the business, cross-jurisdiction and to working directly with senior management . Additional information : We are an equal opportunity employer and ensure that no applicant is subject to less favourable treatment on the grounds of gender, gender identity, marital status, race, colour, nationality, ethnicity, age, sexual orientation, socio-economic, responsib