Financial Intelligence Analysis Unit

The Financial Intelligence Analysis Unit is the national central agency in Malta that is responsible for the collection, collation, processing, analysis and dissemination of information to combat money laundering and the funding of terrorism. The Unit became operational on 1 October 2002, when it was established by virtue of Legal Notice 297 of 2002. This legal notice brought into force the comprehensive amendments to the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (Act XXXI of 2001). Though set up as an agency within the ministry responsible for finance, the Unit has a separate judicial personality and operates autonomously from its own offices with its own staff. The responsibilities related to the governance of the Unit are divided among the Board of Governors and the Director, with the Board establishing the policy and the Director being tasked with the execution of that policy. The Director is also responsible for carrying out all other functions of the Unit not attributed to the Board by the Prevention of Money Laundering Act. He is assisted by permanent staff operating within six distinct sections responsible for Intelligence Analysis, Supervision and Enforcement, Legal Affairs, Corporate Services & People Performance and Culture, Policy and Quality Assurance, and Technology and Information Security.

About

Settlement and Court Operations Manager

The Role

The Settlements and Court Litigation team within the Enforcement Section drives the FIAU’s enforcement strategy, leading settlement negotiations, managing court proceedings, and ensuring that all judicial actions reflect the highest professional standards. Through close collaboration with internal units, external counsel, and senior management, the team delivers robust legal oversight while guiding and developing its people to achieve operational excellence.

Duties and Responsibilities

Oversee and lead settlement procedures in line with the Unit’s settlement policy.
Manage all court-related procedures within the enforcement process.
Draft, prepare, and review judicial acts and legal documentation for court proceedings.
Represent the FIAU in settlements agreements and court sittings.
Supervise, guide, and support the Settlements and Court Litigation team to meet targets.
Liaise with external legal counsel.
Coordinate team resources effectively to maximise performance.
Ensure coordination with other teams within the enforcement section.
Conduct performance reviews and one-on-one meetings with team members.
Evaluate operations and report progress to senior management.
Attend internal management meetings and contribute to interviews.
Collaborate with FIAU units and agents to collect case-related information.
Assist FIAU officers or agents required to attend court sittings.
Coordinate external legal fees and suggest relevant training initiatives.
Support the Head, Deputy Head and Senior Manager on projects and ad-hoc assignments.
Participate in the Compliance Monitoring Committee (CMC) as required.
Provide legal advice to senior management and the Board of Governors.
Represent the FIAU in international fora and external meetings.
Carrying out any other duties as directed by the Management.

Requirements

LL.D. or M.Adv. degree, or an equivalent legal qualification at MQF Level 7 or higher.
Warrant or registration to practice law in Malta.
At least 6 years of relevant work experience, with a minimum of 2 years in a senior role.
Strong understanding of AML/CFT laws and international standards.
Familiarity with EU Directives and local legislation relevant to financial, gaming, and regulated sectors.
Experience with AML/CFT enforcement processes is considered an asset.
Excellent communication skills in both Maltese and English.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and standard office tools.

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