About the Malta Business Registry (MBR)
The Malta Business Registry, established under Subsidiary Legislation 497.27, is responsible for the registration of new commercial partnerships, the registration of documents related to commercial partnership, the issuing of certified documentation including certificates of good-standing amongst others, the reservation of company names, the collection of registration and other fees, the publication of notices and the imposition and collection of penalties. The MBR also conducts investigations of companies and the keeping of the company and partnership register.
The Role
The eventual appointee will be appointed at a Senior Professional Officer level (Salary starting from EUR 23,200) and will report to the Official Receiver. The Individual selected for this role will be expected to support the Official Receiver in carrying out the following tasks:
- Administer an estate or business of a company, or other commercial partnership undergoing restructuring or winding up procedures;
- Meet company/partnership officials for a handover of information and possession of property;
- File and defend court proceedings in relation to companies/partnerships;
- Safeguard and enforce the companies’/partnerships’ rights;
- Pro-actively endeavour to provide companies/partnerships in a likelihood of insolvency with a chance to restructure and, in turn, survive;
- Provide legal support in line with the Units strategic and legal objectives;
- Provide timely, accurate and focused legal information to superiors;
- Propose practical legal solutions to issues that arise on a dayto-day basis;
- Liaise with the Research Unit to plan, coordinate and execute research activities related to Malta’s EU-wide positioning in regard to the efficiency of insolvency frameworks;
- Continuously liaise with relevant stakeholders, including official public authorities such as the Police and the FIAU and other foreign entities;
- Demonstrate a good understanding of Maltese and European legislation; and
- Any other related duties as management may assign from time to time.
About You
We are looking for candidates with a University of Malta Legal Degree (LL.D) or equivalent academic qualification in a relevant field of study at National Qualification Framework Level 6 or better, duly certified by the Malta Qualifications Recognition Information Centre (MQRIC)* or a widely recognised professional qualification at a comparable level. Applicants must also be in possession of a warrant to practice the legal profession in Malta. Candidates who are not yet in possession of such warrant will also be considered, on condition that they successfully attain this warrant by the completion of the six months’ probationary period.
*It is the responsibility of applicants in possession of qualifications awarded by Universities and other similar institutions outside Malta to produce a recognition statement on comparability of qualifications issued by the Malta Qualifications Recognition Information Centre (MQRIC). Applicants should do so preferably at application stage or otherwise at the preliminary interview should an applicant be selected for such interview. Details can be obtained by accessing the National Commission for Further and Higher Education website on www.ncfhe.org.mt under MQRIC heading.
How to Apply
Candidates are to forward a copy of their Curriculum Vitae (C.V.) and an accompanying covering letter providing the motivation for the application to careers.mbr@mbr.mt.
Candidates opting to apply via post are to send their Curriculum Vitae (C.V) and covering letter, for the attention of the Head of the Human Resources & Development Unit, Malta Business Registry, AM Business Centre, Triq il-Labour, Zejtun ZTN 2401.
C.V and covering letter will be received by not later than Friday, 27th September 2019.
The MBR will disregard any C.V.s and covering letters received after deadline. Candidates should assess and check before submitting their information whether they fulfil all the requirements as specified in this Vacancy notice, particularly in terms of qualifications and relevant professional experience. The MBR reserves the right to withdraw this call at any time and not to select any of the Candidates.
Data Protection
The MBR shall ensure that any processing of personal data is in accordance with Regulation (EU) 2016/679 (General Data Protection Regulation), the Data Protection Act (Chapter 586 of the Laws of Malta) and any other relevant European Union and national law.
Appeal Procedure
If a candidate considers that s/he has been adversely affected by a particular decision, s/he can lodge a complaint within one (1) month from the time the candidate is notified of the application/interview feedback, addressed to the MBR Chief Operations Officer, AM Business Centre, Triq il-Labour, Zejtun ZTN 2401.
Submission of Information
Candidates are to note that the submission of any false statement/s or omission, even if unintended, may lead to the cancellation of their application and may render the candidate’s appointment liable to termination.
Furthermore, please note that candidates may be asked to submit any documentation in support of the information provided, including but not limited to, proof of qualifications and Police Conduct Certificates.
Jobsplus Public Call Permit Reference: 520/2019