Legal and Compliance Executive

About the role

A licensed and regulated fintech company providing global payment solutions is hiring a Legal and Compliance Executive in Birkirkara, Malta, via David Kennedy Recruitment. The role supports the Chief Legal and Compliance Officer in managing legal and regulatory matters, reviewing legal documentation, monitoring regulatory developments and coordinating compliance activities, while contributing to governance, risk management and data protection practices.

Key responsibilities

• Draft, review and negotiate commercial contracts, NDAs, internal policies and other legal documents
• Conduct legal research and prepare legal opinions, memoranda and briefing notes on payment services, electronic money, PSD3, MiCA, cryptocurrency and AI-related matters
• Assist with corporate governance, including board packs, resolutions and statutory filings
• Assist with regulatory reporting and ensure submissions meet deadlines
• Carry out compliance monitoring and support internal audits
• Help develop and deliver compliance training and awareness programmes
• Support initiatives on ethical conduct, data protection and regulatory compliance
• Maintain compliance with GDPR, privacy frameworks, internal data governance policies and the Digital Operational Resilience Act (DORA)
• Assist with data breach reporting, subject access requests and record-keeping obligations

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Law (LL.B. or equivalent) and a legal warrant
• 2-4 years of relevant post-degree experience in a legal, compliance or regulatory role, in-house or at a law firm
• Strong understanding of legal drafting, contract law, regulatory obligations and corporate governance
• Excellent written and verbal communication, accuracy and attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines and exercise sound professional judgement
• High standards of integrity, confidentiality and professional ethics

Required skills

• Legal drafting and contract law
• GDPR and DORA
• Compliance frameworks and risk management

What we offer

• Hybrid working, minimum two days per week in the Birkirkara office
• Remote-working allowance starting at 15 days after probation, rising to 60+ days
• Private health and dental care after probation
• Discounted gym membership
• 192 hours of annual leave (24 days)
• Sponsored further education through the Get Qualified Scheme top-up
• Quarterly social events, an annual family fun day and opportunities to travel to other offices
• Free snacks and refreshments