Compliance & Regulatory Executive

Medina Advisory is a Malta-based startup offering advisory services related to corporate governance, compliance, risk management and transaction matters to the financial services sector, with a particular focus on investment funds and investment fund managers. Our agile model allows us to support clients with pragmatic, real world tailored solutions that meet evolving regulatory demands.

Due to continued business growth, Medina Advisory is looking for a proactive and client-oriented Compliance and Regulatory Executive to join our expanding team. This role demands strong technical expertise and outstanding communication skills, supporting our clients in maintaining compliance with relevant regulatory frameworks and industry best practice across the financial services sector.

• Taking the lead on onboarding new clients and projects.
• Developing and implementing compliance policies and procedures.
• Conducting gap analyses and developing remedial plans to address identified deficiencies and ensure seamless alignment with industry best practices.
• Assistance with business risk assessments and other AML/CFT related matters.
• Acting as primary escalation point for AML/CFT matters, offering expert guidance on reporting obligations and remediation.
• Designing and implementing compliance monitoring plans and conducting regular compliance reviews to assess regulatory adherence.
• Supporting the preparation of client communications, including regulatory updates, EU initiatives and written analysis on key compliance/regulatory matters.
• Engaging with regulatory authorities.
• Monitoring and interpreting current and emerging financial regulations and advising clients on their practical impact (e.g. AML/CFT, AIFMD, ESG etc.)
• Assisting clients with the preparation of their periodic regulatory newsletters.
• Advising and assisting clients on compliance and regulatory matters.
• Developing and delivering tailored compliance training programmes to client boards, management teams and operational staff.

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in a compliance/regulatory role within the financial services industry, with exposure to investment funds/asset management, knowledge of the local market and experience interacting with local regulatory authorities.
• Bachelor’s degree in Law, Finance or a related field.
• Strong, practical understanding of financial services regulations.
• Demonstrated ability to lead regulatory projects, manage complex compliance issues, and advise senior stakeholders with confidence and clarity.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present regulatory matters in a clear, client-friendly format.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Highly self-motivated, commercially aware and comfortable working independently and as part of a team, in a fast-paced, client-driven environment.

• To be part of an international, highly motivated and results driven team.
• Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.
• Opportunities for professional and career development.
• A supportive and inclusive work environment in a boutique-sized firm.