Senior Managers - Financial Services Risk Management

Role summary

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EY is seeking Senior Managers for its Financial Services Risk Management team in Malta. The role typically requires significant experience in banking, insurance, investment services, regulatory risk, governance, internal controls, or enterprise risk management. Candidates should have strong knowledge of financial-services regulation, risk frameworks, and control environments, together with excellent analytical, report-writing, presentation, and stakeholder-management skills. Relevant professional qualifications such as ACCA, ACA, CFA, FRM, risk, compliance, or audit credentials may be advantageous. The successful candidate is expected to lead client engagements, manage teams, develop practical risk solutions, support business development, and build trusted relationships with senior executives and regulators. Experience in consulting or professional services and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment are likely to be important.

About the employer

EY, formerly Ernst & Young, is a global professional-services organisation providing assurance, consulting, strategy and transactions, tax, and technology-related services. It operates across many countries and supports businesses, governments, and financial institutions with audit, risk management, regulatory compliance, digital transformation, and business advisory work. EY Malta serves local and international clients, with particular relevance to financial services, gaming, technology, tourism, and other regulated sectors. Its teams commonly work on governance, controls, regulatory change, transactions, cyber risk, sustainability, and organisational improvement. The firm promotes collaboration, professional development, and international exposure, although the workload can be demanding, especially around client deadlines. A Senior Manager role generally combines technical leadership, engagement delivery, people management, commercial development, and direct interaction with senior client stakeholders.

Working in Malta

Malta offers opportunities in financial services, audit and consulting, gaming, technology, aviation, tourism, healthcare, and maritime services. English is an official language and is widely used in business, while Maltese is the national language. The culture blends Mediterranean traditions with strong British and European influences. Residents enjoy a warm climate, historic towns, beaches, swimming, diving, and an active social life, though traffic, limited public transport outside major areas, and high housing costs can be challenges. EU, EEA, and Swiss nationals generally have simpler relocation arrangements, while non-EU citizens usually need a Maltese employment licence and residence permit, often supported by the employer. Candidates should confirm current immigration requirements, arrange accommodation early, and budget carefully for rent. Valletta, Sliema, St Julian’s, and nearby central areas are popular with professionals, while Gozo offers a quieter lifestyle.