Ssistant Relationship Manager

Position: A ssistant Relationship Manager
Location: Malta

Life @ FIMBank

FIMBank's success story is attributed to the dedication and commitment of our team. Every employee is a champion of the FIMBank brand and its underlying promise of quality, dynamism, commitment, and innovation. All our employees are given the opportunity to develop as professionals and to advance in their careers through our learning and development programmes.

About the Job

The Assistant Relationship Manager supports Relationship Managers in the end-to-end management of client relationships, with a strong focus on documentation quality, risk and compliance responsibilities, credit support, and reporting. This role provides a unique opportunity to work collaboratively with diverse teams across the Bank, while developing specialised expertise in customer relationship management. It serves as an excellent platform for professional growth and a clear pathway for career advancement.

Duties and Responsibilities:

* Coordinate client onboarding, documentation, and compliance activities, ensuring completeness, accuracy, and audit readiness at all times.

* Act as a key interface between clients and internal departments to ensure efficient service delivery and timely execution of client requirements.

* Support the preparation of credit proposals in line with the Bank's lending policies and procedures.

* Track business pipeline and performance, preparing regular reports (e.g. pipeline updates, call reports, term sheets, meeting minutes).

* Maintain high standards of client service, responding promptly to queries and supporting ongoing relationship management.

* Ensure strict adherence to AML/CFT requirements and internal risk/compliance policies across all activities.

* Monitor client information and transactions for inconsistencies or changes in risk profile, taking appropriate action and escalating concerns promptly.

* Support timely and accurate completion of KYC/CDD processes, including periodic reviews and remediation actions.

* Maintain complete, accurate, and up-to-date client records at all times (audit-ready standard).

* Take ownership of client-related risks within assigned responsibilities, ensuring risks are identified, assessed, and appropriately escalated.

* Assist with day-to-day operational tasks (documentation management, security perfection, reporting).

* Support the Business Unit Head in executing strategic and operational priorities.

* Contribute to overall team effectiveness and take on additional duties as required.

* Stay adjourned and adhere to the latest AML/CFT policies and procedures.

Qualifications and skills:

* Diploma or higher in Finance, Banking or related field.

* 3-5 years' experience in banking.

* Solid experience in credit analysis, financial statement interpretation, and lending practices.

* Proficiency in KYC, AML/CFT compliance, and risk monitoring standards.

* Strong interpersonal, negotiation, and communication skills in English.

* Excellent organizational, analytical, and multitasking abilities, with sound judgment under pressure.

* Proficiency in MS Office and mainstream banking systems.

* A proactive and commercially minded individual who thrives in a fast-paced, client-driven environment.

What we offer:

* Welcoming and professional environment;

* Work with a proactive, forward looking Team;

* Professional growth;

* Internal/External Learning and Development opportunities.

* Attractive salary;

* Health, Life and Personal Accident insurance cover; and

* Pension plan.

Equal Opportunity Statement

FIMBank is committed to diversity and inclusivity.