With over two decades of private and public sector experience, Manfred Galdes is one of Malta’s foremost compliance specialists. A lawyer by profession, former AML regulator and Head of FIU, Manfred today advises banks, financial institutions, investment firms and top-tier gaming companies on compliance, governance and risk-related issues. He spends most of his time leading diverse engagements and providing simple solutions to complex compliance issues.

He is also Partner in the law firm FFF Legal and the non-executive chairman of HSBC Malta plc.

Under his stewardship, ARQ has established itself as a leading professional service provider, known for the quality of its deliverables, an unmatched level of expertise and an unwavering commitment to taking the client to the next level. The firm’s clear mission of achieving excellence and always going the extra mile has been integral to its success.