Senior Consultants - Regulatory Compliance jobs at Ey in Malta

You’ll be supporting our business assisting with various administrative tasks. This will mean working hand-in-hand with professionals and playing an integral part in the success of our organisation.

Your responsibilities

You will be responsible for providing a range of support services including but not limited to:

• Provide secretarial and administrative support
• Providing assistance with client acceptance onboarding and compliance
• Ongoing billing of clients and any necessary follow up
• Working on EY systems to set up and manage clients
• Carrying out any required secretarial duties as delegated by management.

What are we looking for?

• 2 years’ experience in a similar role
• The ideal candidate must possess knowledge of KYC & Client onboarding rules
• The ability to read, speak and write effectively in English
• IT literate with touch typing skills
• Excellent working knowledge of Microsoft tools
• Problem solving approach
• An analytical mind-set and a hard-working attitude
• Reliability and trustworthiness
• The desire to work as part of a team

What we offer

EY exists to build a better working world, helping to create long-term value for clients, people, and society and build trust in the capital markets.

Your key responsibilities

Our core work is focused on financial services regulatory compliance in all sectors mainly Banking (credit and financial institutions), Insurance and Wealth & Asset Management.

You will have a key role in:

• Executing project work
• Writing reports that set out our findings and recommendations
• Performing industry and company research

• Building client relationships
• Supporting with client proposals and pitches
• Work with other EY service teams, both locally and globally

What are we looking for?

• Banking and finance, chartered / certified accountant, or financial services qualification from a reputable professional or tertiary education institution (at least MQF Level 6 or higher)
• Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail

• At least 2 years of relevant experience working, ideally in the financial services industry.

Responsibilities

• Leading the day to day delivery on client engagement projects to maintain quality and our promise for exceptional service delivery to all our clients;
• Preparation of high-quality client deliverables including (but not limited to) technical accounting analysis papers, IFRSs compliant financial statements, project reports, special purpose financial information, accounting policies documentation;
• Leading consultations and research in line with agreed engagement execution plans to support deliverables to our clients;
• Presentation of the work results to senior team members or clients in a clear and concise manner;
• Client management and liaison with senior client stakeholders with a view to build strong working relationships with our clients;
• Managing performance of junior team members through on the job coaching, mentoring and providing constructive and timely performance feedback;
• Liaison with other EY teams and Service lines, if necessary, to ensure seamless solutions to our clients.

Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with an execution focus displaying a strong commercial awareness and client orientation;
• Ability to independently research and resolve emerging client issues, including regulations, industry practices and new technologies;
• Good communication and presentation skills of complex topics;
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively in teams, guiding more junior members of staff and influencing senior team members;
• Ability to work with multi-disciplinary teams, mentoring and improving a team of high-performing colleagues
• Assertive and proactive approach to the delivery/implementation of projects demonstrating strong ownership and autonomy
• Ability to network effectively within large organisations and build effective relationships
• Fluent in English

Qualifications and Experience

• Accountancy qualified (ACCA or equivalent);
• A minimum of 7 years post qualified experience;
• Deep understanding of IFRS including experience in the implementation of IFRS 9, 15 and 16;
• Proven ability to work on complex accounting issues and ability to clearly articulate the advice in written technical accounting papers;
• Experience in leading the planning, execution and reporting on engagements.
• Previous experience at Senior Manager level is considered an asset.

As a Manager within the Financial Services Advisory team, you will play a pivotal role in supporting the strategies and managing the regulatory obligations for our clients within the investment services practice. You will form part of a team of professionals and will work closely with clients to navigate their complex requirements, support with authorization or relocation processes, ensuring regulatory compliance and fostering positive relationships with existing and prospective clients.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage projects, ensuring deliverables are met within scope, budget, and timelines.
• Provide expert advice on regulatory requirements, including the interpretation of regulations and guidance on best practices, to clients and internal teams.
• Assisting clients in the development and updating of internal policies and procedures to align with regulatory expectations.
• Oversee the preparation and submission of regulatory documentation and filings.
• Conduct regulatory impact assessments for new regulations and advise clients on compliance strategies.
• Mentor and develop team members, fostering a culture of continuous learning and professional growth.
• Contribute to business growth by supporting the creation of thought leadership material and attending relevant industry events, conferences, and seminars.
• Collaborate with other service lines within EY to provide integrated solutions to clients.
• Engage with relevant regulatory authorities and industry bodies to keep abreast with latest developments and best practices.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Law, Business, Finance or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in regulatory affairs or regulatory compliance.
• Sound understanding of regulatory frameworks, including MiFID II, AIFMD and/or UCITS directive. Working experience in these areas will be considered an asset.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to build and maintain strong client relationships and networks.

You will immediately become part of a diversified and dynamic team, actively participating in the transformation and innovation journeys of a broad spectrum of companies and organisations within both the private and public sectors. You'll navigate through various industries, contributing to meaningful change and progress.

Key Responsibilities:

• Be proficient and apply risk management principles to enhance client service.
• Analyse and document business processes, financial data, and technical systems.
• Manage and execute fieldwork, coordinate performance, and maintain clear communication with engagement leaders.
• Identify and recommend improvements for internal control systems and operational efficiencies.
• Promote governance, risk, compliance, and business transformation best practices.
• Advise clients on risk management, validating business information, and enhancing business performance.
• Collaborate with clients and the team to deliver on complex projects.
• Apply a client-centric approach, fostering productive relationships, and a commitment to improving client satisfaction.
• Adopt an innovative and team-oriented mindset, promoting open communication, information sharing, and collaborative relationships.

Key requirements:

• A Bachelor’s and / or Masters degree in Accountancy, ACCA or any equivalent international qualification. Candidates with degrees in Business Administration and / or Risk Management shall also be considered.
• Candidates who are warranted accountants, auditors, or certified internal auditors (CIA) will be considered an asset to our team, bringing valuable credentials that can further enhance our service delivery.
• At least 3 years of professional experience in an advisory or internal audit role.
• Experience in leading and delivering internal audit, performance improvement and / or BPR projects.
• Strong analytical, interpersonal, communication, writing and presentation skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Integrity, a willingness to learn and an excellent work ethic.
• Results-oriented approach with keen attention to high quality and accuracy.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Access, Word, and PowerPoint.

You’ll help our clients enhance their corporate governance and the reliability of their reporting requirements through delivering high quality and efficient audits using state-of-the-art diagnostic tools to evaluate business processes and controls, and advanced technology in knowledge sharing.
In return, you can expect leading-class learning and development tailored to your unique interests and motivations. You’ll be given all the skills, knowledge and opportunities to progress and become ready to build a better working world for our people, our clients and the communities that support us.

Your Key Responsibilities

As an Audit Senior, you will be working as part of a dynamic team with extensive auditing and Insurance industry sector experience, focusing on providing exceptional audit activities to our clients. As you build your knowledge and experience, you’ll become a credible advisor, influencing clients and engagement teams on resolutions that will impact entire industries.

Specific responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Proactively working in a team, getting to know our clients, their businesses and how they work.
• Supporting the day to day management of the engagements from planning to completion ensuring that key deadlines are met and with the required expected level of quality.
• Completing audit processes and documenting higher-risk areas to increase your technical and business skills especially in insurance specific areas.
• Being responsible for the coaching and development of team members reporting to you.
• Building and maintain productive working relationships with client personnel.
• Constantly developing your understanding of current local and international market trends and processes.

Qualifications And Experience

• Masters in Accounts, ACA/CA/ACCA or an equivalent international qualification.
• Minimum of 3 years relevant work experience.
• Experience in leading, planning, execution and reporting on external audits, particularly within the Insurance sector.
• Application of IFRSs
• Strong written and verbal English communication skills.
• A a can-do attitude and IFRS 17 knowledge will be considered an asset

What We Look For

We’re interested in leaders with a genuine creative vision and the confidence to make it happen. You can expect plenty of autonomy in this role, so you’ll also need the ability to take initiative and seek out opportunities to improve our current relationships and processes. If you’re serious about auditing and ready to take on some of our clients’ most complex issues, this role is for you.

The role will also include responsibility for Requirements Engineering and Requirements Management. You will work with stakeholders to elicit, document, manage, and validate business and technical requirements, ensuring that they are aligned with delivery goals and remain traceable throughout the project lifecycle.

In addition to Agile delivery leadership, this role includes ownership of Quality Assurance and Test Management activities. You will be responsible for test planning, triaging defects with stakeholders, coordinating user acceptance testing (UAT), and overseeing ongoing test monitoring and reporting throughout the delivery lifecycle.

Your key responsibilities:
• Facilitate and manage Agile ceremonies such as sprint planning, stand-ups, retrospectives, and reviews.
• Guide Agile teams and business stakeholders through backlog creation, refinement, and prioritization.
• Collaborate closely with other product owners, scrum masters, developers, testers, and business stakeholders to ensure continuous delivery and alignment with business objectives.
• Translate business requirements into well-structured user stories and acceptance criteria that guide development and quality assurance efforts.
• Plan and coordinate all aspects of Quality Assurance, including test strategy, test planning, test case definition, and UAT coordination.
• Monitor test execution and defect resolution processes, ensuring issues are triaged, tracked, and resolved in collaboration with stakeholders.
• Provide test progress updates and quality reports to stakeholders, ensuring transparency and proactive risk management.
• Support Agile planning, estimation, and forecasting of delivery timelines and resource requirements.
• Monitor delivery progress using Agile metrics and dashboards, driving continuous improvement based on data insights.
• Coach client teams and internal stakeholders in Agile frameworks, values, and practices, adapting to various organizational maturity levels.
• Support Agile transformation initiatives by defining roadmaps, training sessions, and governance structures.
• Utilize Agile tools such as Azure DevOps, Jira, and Confluence to manage projects, track progress, document requirements, and monitor test coverage.
• Contribute to internal frameworks and reusable assets that enable consistent delivery of Agile services.
• Stay current with trends in Agile delivery, quality management, and enterprise technology to guide clients through evolving best practices.

Skills and attributes for success:
• Deep understanding of Agile delivery methodologies (Scrum, Kanban, SAFe, etc.).
• Strong knowledge of quality assurance principles and test management practices in Agile environments.
• Experience using Agile project management and test tools (Azure DevOps, Jira, TestRail, Xray, etc.).
• Excellent communication and facilitation skills with a strong ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills to manage several projects or workstreams in parallel.
• Experience leading UAT cycles and coordinating testing across diverse stakeholder groups.
• Analytical mindset with a continuous improvement attitude.
• Ability to work both independently and within diverse cross-functional teams.
• Strong stakeholder management skills across business, delivery, and technical domains.

To qualify for the role, you must have:
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Business, or a related field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in Agile delivery environments across cross-functional teams.
• Practical experience managing Agile product backlogs and facilitating delivery pipelines.
• Proven experience in quality assurance and test management roles within Agile projects.
• Experience engaging directly with business and IT stakeholders to define and deliver solutions.
• Agile certifications such as Scrum Master (CSM/PSM), SAFe Agilist, PMI-ACP, or equivalent are desirable.
• ISTQB or equivalent test management certification is considered an asset.
• A fluent command of English (spoken and written).

What we offer