Malta Financial Services Authority

The Malta Financial Services Authority (MFSA) is the single regulator of financial services in Malta. It is also the Resolution Authority. The MFSA regulates banking, financial institutions, payment institutions, insurance companies and insurance intermediaries, investment services companies and collective investment schemes, securities markets, recognised investment exchanges, trust management companies, company services providers and pension schemes. Since 2018, it is also responsible for regulating Virtual Financial Assets. The MFSA was set up through an Act of Parliament (Chapter 330 of the Laws of Malta) and its main functions include the protection of consumers, integrity of financial markets, financial stability and the supervision of all financial services activities. The MFSA also holds an advisory role to Government in the formulation of policies on matters relating to the financial services industry. In the carrying out of its functions, the MFSA collaborates closely with local and international institutions.

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Senior Analyst (Onsite)

As a Senior Analyst within the Onsite Team of the Fintech Supervision Function, you will be responsible for the following key duties:

Preparing and reviewing deliverables (such as inspection reports), implementing supervisory standards, contributing to the oversight of regulatory requirements and assessing the performance and risks of financial institutions and crypto-asset service providers;
Managing and leading engagements with license holders throughout the onsite inspections' lifecycle, including maintaining relationships before, during, and after the onsite inspection;
Assisting the Line Manager in the preparation of reports for review by senior management;
Sharing information and collaborating with other sections within the FinTech Supervision Function, as well as with other functions across the Authority;
Supporting the authorization and supervisory workstreams under the Markets in Crypto-Assets Regulation (MiCA) and the Financial Institutions Act;
Assisting a team of analysts with research and data analysis;
Compiling supervisory information for statistical purposes;
Coordinating and liaising with Supervisory Units, the FIAU and other Regulatory Authorities

You will also be expected to undertake any other duties that may arise depending on the exigencies of the Function and the Authority.

Main tasks and responsibilities

We are looking for candidates with solid academic background which may be considered as relevant to this post. The role calls for an academic qualification in a relevant field of study at National Qualification Framework Level 6 or better, duly certified by the Malta Qualifications Recognition Information Centre (MQRIC) or a widely recognised professional qualification at a comparable level.

You will also possess a minimum of five (5) years working experience in the area related to the role. Candidates with longer working experience relevant to the role will be preferred.

If you do not have the necessary academic or professional qualifications but you have at least ten (10) years of relevant experience, we would still be interested in speaking with you.

The ideal candidate should demonstrate the following skills/experience:

Have an interest in financial services;
Self-driven and ability to multi-task and meet deadlines;
Ability to prioritise and deliver quality work under pressure;
Attention to detail and strive for quality and accuracy of reports raised;
Excellent verbal and communication skills;
Ability to build collaborative working relationships, including internally within the
Authority as well as with external stakeholders; and
Sound analytical skills.

The MFSA is an Equal Opportunities Employer as certified by the NCPE (National Commission for the Protection of Equality) and is committed to a policy of equal opportunity in all aspects of employment and will take care to avoid any form of discrimination in its recruitment procedures. The MFSA reserves the right to withdraw this call at any time and not to select any of the Candidates.

It is the responsibility of applicants in possession of qualifications awarded by Universities and other similar institutions outside Malta to produce a recognition statement on comparability of qualifications issued by the Malta Qualifications Recognition Information Centre (MQRIC). Applicants should do so preferably at application stage or otherwise at the preliminary interview should an applicant be selected for such interview. Details can be obtained by accessing the National Commission for Further and Higher Education website on www.ncfhe.gov.mt under MQRIC heading.

The MFSA shall ensure that any processing of personal data is in accordance with Regulation (EU) 2016/679 (General Data Protection Regulation), the Data Protection Act (Chapter 586 of the Laws of Malta) and any other relevant European Union and national law. For further details, you may refer to the Data Protection Policy on the MFSA webpage www.mfsa.mt.

Candidates are to note that the submission of any false statement/s or omission, even if unintended, may lead to the cancellation of their application and may render the candidate's appointment liable to termination.

Furthermore, please note that candidates may be asked to submit any documentation in support of the information provided, including but not limited to, proof of qualifications and Police Conduct Certificates.

Advertisement published24. August 2026

Application deadline5. October 2026

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No specific language requirements

Location

Triq L-Imdina, Birkirkara, Malta

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