AML/KYC Onboarding Compliance Officer (6 months contract)

Job description

About the role

We are looking for an AML/KYC Onboarding Compliance Officer (6 months contract) to join our team in Zurich.

Tasks

• Assessment and approval of client documentation in the client onboarding process, consistent with applicable laws and AML regulations, especially for high-risk clients and complex corporate structures.
• Advice on Swiss CDEOB, AML and KYC requirements within the team and for client-facing employees.
• Implement the bank's AML framework, looking at details and exploring opportunities for improvement. Support the entire AML team and Sygnum employees on compliance and regulatory issues in day-to-day operations and strategic initiatives.
• Identification of efficiency and effectiveness opportunities in AML-related processes within the bank.
• Design and deliver training for employees on AML, related laws and regulations and industry standards and ensure appropriate knowledge transfer.
• Responsibility and promotion of AML solutions within the company and become the subject matter expert for related initiatives.

Requirements

• Degree in law, finance/economics, business administration/administration or a related field.
• At least 7 years of experience as a compliance officer in a bank or as an employee of an audit/consulting firm providing services to Swiss regulated financial intermediaries.
• In-depth knowledge of AML, AMO, AMLD-FINMA, CDEB20.
• Functional knowledge in relevant legal and regulatory areas, e.g. client onboarding, KYC, CDEB20 standards, AML/CFT, sanctions, tax, CRS & FATCA and regulatory issues.
• Sound knowledge and experience in assessing the origin of funds as well as the customer structure (origin of assets) and complex customer structures and familiarity with the structures of Distributed Ledger Technology (DLT) companies.
• Experience with background check tools.
• Problem-solving skills, critical thinking and mental flexibility to find pragmatic solutions that support the business with innovative products and business concepts.
• Team player quality and ability to create a positive team atmosphere and fit into a collaborative and flat hierarchy culture.
• Goal and results oriented, able to work independently with minimal guidance and provide practical solutions.
• Knowledge of the latest trends in compliance, FinTech and RegTech industry as well as digital assets and blockchain.
• Understanding of crypto compliance standards and best practices, FINMA guidelines and FATF recommendations for digital assets.

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