Duties include but not limited to:
- Lead the initiation and/or conduct of any court-related procedures which may become necessary or are otherwise required within the context of the enforcement process
- Lead the drafting, preparation and filing of any judicial acts and related documents as may become necessary within the context of any such court related proceedings;
- Supervising and reviewing any work carried out by the team being managed;
- Liaising and coordinating with the external lawyers in relation to any such court-related procedures;
- Liaising with other units and sections and its Agents to collect data, documentation and information necessary for the purposes of court related proceedings;
- Attending on behalf of and representing the company in any court sittings;
- To keep the publication notices updated with Appeals Notices and Decisions;
- To coordinate external legal fees as necessary;
- To coordinate available resources and officials in a way to maximize the team’s efficiency;
- To provide officials with the team enough guidance, support, leadership, and direction
Requirements:
- LL.D. or M.Adv. Degree or an equivalent academic qualification in law at NQF7 or better
- Warrant or registration to practice as an advocate in Malta;
- Applicants should have practiced in court for a minimum of three years;
- Good understanding of the laws that govern the prevention of money laundering and funding of terrorism in Malta and the international standards and EU legislation in the area;
- Sound knowledge of the relevant EU Directives and related local legislation that govern the financial, gaming and other regulated sectors;
- Familiarity with the operations of the above mentioned sectors;
- Experience in applying anti-money laundering and counter-funding of terrorism legislation would be considered as an asset;
- Outstanding written and verbal communications skills in Maltese and English;
- Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office and office automation tools.