Head of Compliance & Regulatory Advisory

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 Head of Compliance and Regulatory Advisory 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.

As Head of Regulatory & Compliance Advisory, you will provide senior-level oversight and strategic advisory services to our clients and internally. Your responsibilities will include amongst others:

• Leading regulatory, risk and compliance advisory assignments across AML/CFT, AIFMD, ESG and other applicable financial regulations.
• Driving business development and growing the compliance/regulatory team.
• Overseeing/delivering client onboarding and projects, ensuring effective compliance and risk management.
• Developing and implementing compliance policies, monitoring frameworks, and remedial plans.
• Acting as primary escalation point for complex compliance matters and undertaking MLRO, Compliance Officer and Directorship mandates as required.
• Engaging with regulatory authorities and providing strategic guidance on reporting obligations and emerging regulations.
• Delivering tailored client training, communications and regulatory insights.
• Performing any other related tasks necessary to support Medina Advisory and its clients.

• Minimum 6-8 years’ experience at a senior level in a compliance/regulatory role within the financial services industry, with exposure to investment funds/asset management, knowledge of the Maltese 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.