Deputy Head (Investments)

About the Function

The Conduct Supervision Function within the MFA is responsible for the setting up and implementation of the regulatory framework aiming to secure appropriate consumer protection in operations of licence holders in the financial services industry. The Conduct Function is a cross-sectorial function covering under its remit supervision conduct of business requirements relating to credit institutions, securities, crypto asset service providers, as well as pension services providers, insurance undertakings and intermediaries.

About the Role

In this role you will be reporting directly to the Head of the Conduct Supervision Function and your duties will comprise the following:

• Lead, manage and mentor a high-performing and experienced team operating in a dynamic sector.
• Develop, review and implement a sector strategy that delivers impact and improvements using MFSA’s resources most efficiently.
• Contribute actively to the leadership of the department, improving its operations and providing input into the supervisory approach of regulated entities falling within the remit of the Conduct Supervisory Function.
• Foster effective communication and collaboration across teams within the Function and with other Functions across the Authority, promoting alignment, knowledge sharing, and coordinated delivery of the Function's and the Authority's objectives.
• Act as a key liaison and leader, building strong relationships, resolving cross-functional issues, and ensuring a collaborative and inclusive working environment.
• Lead the relationship with industry associations and regulated entities, being capable of managing relationships with board members and senior management.
• Represent the MFSA externally to government, EU bodies and sector representatives.
• Deputise for the Head of Conduct Supervision as may be required from time to time.
• Exercise supervisory judgment in handling cases, challenging regulated entities on consumer protection issues and ensuring that such issues are dealt with expeditiously.
• Assume responsibility for the management and development of direct reports.
• Undertake any other tasks as delegated by the Head of the Function.