Chief Operating Officer

JobMatchingPartner is assisting an MFSA-licensed bank based in Malta to find a Chief Operating Officer to join their team.
As a COO, you will provide strategic leadership and oversight across all core operational functions, ensuring efficient, compliant, and customer-focused service delivery.
The role is office-based, with a salary of up to €110K + an benefits package.
Role & Responsibilities

• Lead the bank’s overall operational function, ensuring effective and consistent delivery across all areas
• Ensure full compliance with MFSA requirements and applicable EU banking regulations across operations
• Support the bank’s digitalisation agenda by introducing and embedding modern technologies, automation, and digital solutions
• Develop and maintain operational plans that support the organisation’s strategic objectives
• Promote a culture of continuous improvement, regularly reviewing and enhancing processes and workflows
• Work closely with the CEO and senior leadership team on the execution of business priorities
• Oversee operational risk management, ensuring appropriate controls and business continuity measures are in place
• Encourage effective collaboration between teams to support smooth day-to-day operations
• Monitor operational performance through KPIs, reporting, and analysis to support decision-making
• Lead and support organisational change initiatives, ensuring smooth adoption of new systems and processes

Education, Skills & Experience

• Proven senior leadership experience within banking or financial services operations in Malta
• Strong understanding of MFSA requirements and EU regulatory frameworks
• Excellent communication skills in English both written and verbal
• Experience in digital transformation or operational improvement initiatives
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
• Analytical mindset with the ability to improve operational performance
• Experience managing complex, regulated environments
• Strong leadership and interpersonal abilities, with the capacity to work across teams

About this role

• Salary around €110K
• Office Based in Sliema
• Attractive benefits package offered

Note: This role requires prior operational experience in Malta within a regulated banking or financial services environment. Applications without this experience will not be considered.
Apply with your detailed CV in English.
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