Key Takeaways
- English is the working language of every contact centre in Malta.
- “Fluent” means you can handle a full call, explain a procedure and write a clear email without help.
- Second languages in demand in our listings: French, Italian, Arabic and Maltese.
- Expect your languages to be tested during the interview.
Languages required by role
| Role | Languages required |
|---|---|
| Customer Contact Agent | English + French, English + Italian, or English + Arabic + French |
| Customer Contact Centre Representative | Fluent Maltese and English, written and spoken |
| Assistance Operations Coordinator | Fluent English; Maltese an advantage |
| Administration Specialist | Excellent English; Maltese an asset |
What “fluent” really means
Employers rarely ask for a certificate. Instead, they check whether you can do the job in the language: understand a customer who is stressed or speaking fast, explain a policy or procedure in plain words, and write a clear, correct email. As a guide, that is roughly level C1 on the European (CEFR) scale. Native speakers and people who have studied or worked in the language are usually comfortable at this level.
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How to show your languages on your CV
- List each language with an honest level: native, fluent, conversational.
- Give proof: years lived, studied or worked in the language, or a certificate if you have one.
- Mention the channels you can work in — phone, email, chat.
- Put languages near the top of your CV; for multilingual desks they matter more than anything else.
Do I need to speak Maltese?
Only for roles that serve the local market, like the Maltese-speaking Customer Contact Centre Representative. For most international desks Maltese is an advantage, not a requirement. English is an official language in Malta, so you can live and work here comfortably in English.
Languages also affect pay — see our guide to call centre salaries in Malta, and prepare for the language check with our call centre interview questions.
FAQs
Do I need English for customer service jobs in Malta?
Yes. Fluent English is required for every customer service and call centre role we recruit for in Malta.
Which second languages are most in demand?
In our current listings: French, Italian, Arabic and Maltese. The Customer Contact Agent role accepts English with French, Italian, or Arabic and French.
Do I need a language certificate?
Usually not. Employers test your language during the interview instead. A certificate can still help prove your level on your CV.
Is Maltese required to work in a Malta call centre?
Only for roles serving the local market, such as the Maltese-speaking Customer Contact Centre Representative. For other roles Maltese is an advantage, not a requirement.
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