Head of Country, Malta (VP)

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Valletta
In-Office
Expert/Leader
Fintech • Payments • Software • Financial Services
The Role
The Head of Country oversees the Malta office, focusing on compliance, business development, and team leadership to drive growth and operational excellence.
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About Interpolitan Money 

Interpolitan has a purpose to empower global opportunities for our clients, partners and people. 

We offer tailored services and multi-currency solutions for seamless local and international transactions, helping businesses and individuals overcome traditional banking barriers, specialising in Escrow, Paying Agent and Third Party Managed Accounts (TPMA).

In the past, financial journeys were fraught with red tape, slow systems and arbitrary transaction limits. Now, everything has changed. Thanks to our unique approach, Interpolitan clients can easily meet financial goals and make cross-border transactions worldwide.  

We’re a values-led organisation and place integrity at the heart of every decision. As we expand both domestically and internationally, these core principles empower us and help us drive growth and the development of company culture in an ethical way. 

Our global business has team members in the UK, India, UAE and Canada. We’re looking for talented innovators who are passionate, positive and capable of thinking outside the box to solve challenges. 

If you share our values and would like to be part of our journey, we encourage you to apply for Head of Country, Malta.  

Role Overview

The Head of Country, Malta will serve as the senior-most leader responsible for the establishment, management, and commercial success of our Maltese entity. This role requires a strong commercial mindset, regulatory understanding, and the ability to drive growth through client relationships, partnerships, and operational excellence.

The successful candidate will combine entrepreneurial drive with structured execution, acting as the local face of Interpolitan while aligning with global strategy.

Key Responsibilities

Entity Leadership & Governance

  • Lead and oversee all aspects of the Malta office, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements (MFSA, EU directives, etc.).
  • Serve as the principal liaison with regulators, auditors, and key stakeholders.

Commercial & Client Growth

  • Build and execute a local business development strategy aligned with group objectives.
  • Develop relationships with corporate clients, family offices, and intermediaries to grow client accounts and transaction volumes.
  • Identify local partnership opportunities (banks, legal, fintechs, service providers) to strengthen the ecosystem.

Operational Oversight

  • Establish and maintain internal controls, reporting, and governance standards in line with Group policies.
  • Oversee client onboarding, compliance, and operational processes to ensure seamless service delivery.

Team Building

  • Hire, mentor, and lead a small, high-performing team to support sales, operations, and compliance locally.
  • Instill a culture of accountability, integrity, and client-first service.

Requirements
  • 10+ years of relevant experience in financial services, banking, fintech, or related sectors.
  • Proven track record of business development and revenue generation.
  • Strong understanding of European/ Maltese financial regulations and compliance standards.
  • Experience in liaising with regulators, auditors, and legal authorities.
  • Ability to build and scale teams in a fast-paced environment.
  • Excellent communication, relationship management, and leadership skills.
  • Entrepreneurial mindset with a pragmatic, hands-on approach.

Benefits
  • Opportunity to lead and shape Interpolitan’s Malta & wider EU presence from inception.
  • Exposure to a global network across UK, UAE, India, and Canada.
  • A collaborative and entrepreneurial culture where initiative is valued.

Top Skills

Banking
Client Onboarding
Compliance Standards
Financial Services
Fintech
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The Company
HQ: London
66 Employees

What We Do

Interpolitan Money | Alternative banking for a global era

We provide alternative banking solutions for private clients, corporates, non-residents, funds, and institutions facing global banking challenges.

With fast, seamless onboarding, clients can open named multi-currency accounts with local GB IBANs, access tailored FX risk management, and pay, collect, and hold funds in over +50 currencies, across 160+ countries. Our solutions include Escrow Accounts, Third-Party Managed Accounts (TPMA), and Project Accounts.

- No minimum deposits
- No cap on funds held
- High-value transactions supported, with flexibility on thresholds

As a regulated Electronic Money Institution (EMI), client funds are safeguarded in segregated accounts with tier-one banking partners, offering trust, security, and peace of mind.

Our team operates from offices in London, Toronto, Dubai, and Mumbai, giving us a truly global footprint to support clients wherever they are.

Recognised for our growth and innovation:
• FEBE Growth 100 (2022, 2023, 2024)
• Fast Growth 50 Index (2023, 2024)
• Deloitte Technology Fast 500
• The Sunday Times Best Places to Work (2024, 2025)

Empowering global solutions for our clients, partners, and employees.

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