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Asset and Wealth Management
The transformation within the Asset and Wealth Management sector is accelerating. With shifting demographics, stringent regulations and the disruption of traditional capital raising methods, the sector is now more prominent than ever. The spotlight on alternative asset classes is intensifying, focusing on key drivers like digital, talent and ESG. Malta offers flexible and cost-effective fund structuring solutions, complemented by a proactive regulator and a skilled professional workforce operating in a stable economic environment.
Faced with heightened global regulatory developments, especially at the EU level, asset managers are pressured to adapt, spotlighting regulatory and investor disclosures.At PwC, through our Asset and Wealth Management team, we can help you navigate these challenges, turning complex issues into competitive advantage.
How PwC can help
Faced with heightened global regulatory developments, especially at the EU level, asset managers are pressured to adapt, spotlighting regulatory and investor disclosures.At PwC, through our Asset and Wealth Management team, we can help you navigate these challenges, turning complex issues into competitive advantage.
Assurance
We provide statutory and non-statutory auditing services, As well as tailored assurance engagements to meet your business and regulatory needs, subject toindependence restrictions.
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We provide regulatory and tax advice on domicile choice/feasibility, as well as re-domiciliation and relocation services.
Assistance with licensing and set-up
We offer the below support with licensing and set-up
Fund and investment firm licence applications
Setting up of governance, risk and compliance infrastructure and related initial policies and procedures
Assistance with tax, employment and other registrations
Setting up of back office and administration support
Ongoing regulatory and compliance support
We provide ongoing regulatory and compliance support, inclusive of:
- Assistance with ongoing dealings with regulators
- MLRO, compliance and risk management function support
- Regulatory reporting
- Compliance health checks
- Data protection and privacy support
Financial Crime Compliance Support
Assistance with identifying and managing AML/CFT risk
Support in setting up and monitoring the implementation of financial crime related policies and procedures; risk assessments and methodologies
Remediation support
Design and implement sanctions compliance programmes
Anti-bribery/corruption/fraud policies and procedures
Valuation assistance
- Valuation of unquoted/private equity investments, fixed-income investments, complex financial instruments/derivatives and real estate assets
- Valuation of various intangible assets such as intellectual property, brands, operating manuals, customer lists, etc.
- Preparation or review of valuation policies tailored to the investments held by the fund, including discussions with the fund’s auditors to ensure no red flags ahead of the audit process
- Review of the performance of the fund’s investment portfolio against set benchmarks
- Assets Under Management calculation for AIFMs in terms of the AIFMD
- Availability to discuss any valuation-related issues you might come across as you’re going through the valuation process
Ongoing tax services
Direct and indirect tax compliance and advisory services
FATCA and CRS and investor tax reporting
Assistance with double taxation mitigation
Digitalisation
Assistance in digital transition/transformation and conversion of services to digital financial services.
Consulting services to help businesses reimagine their operations for the digital age.
Training
- Training consultancy – we understand your needs and come up with the best approach example providing skills gaps analysis, and measurement of learning effectiveness
Review and refresh your learning and development strategy as part of your upskilling plans
Design, development and delivery of bespoke training programmes
Design and development of digital learning assets
Advisory in the implementation of Academies and its Quality Frameworks
Outsourcing on training management and coordination
Customisable learning management system
Access to experts and content – we give you access to carefully curated content and a wide range of learning resources that encourages the development of knowledge and skills
Setting up a PIF in Malta
A high-level overview of the main factors to consider when setting up a Professional Investor Fund (‘PIF’) in Malta.
Setting up an AIF in Malta
A high level overview of the main factors to be considered when setting up an Alternative Investment Fund (AIF) in Malta.
Setting up a UCITS in Malta
A high-level overview of the main factors to be considered when setting up a UCITS (undertakings for collective investment in transferable securities) in Malta.
Family office services
No two family offices are identical, but each is tailored to specific needs. Through our multi-disciplined team and alongside our global network,we offer tailored assistance to set up and manage a single family office or multi-family office or support your established family office.
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