Compliance Officer

Job description

Our Lugano office is currently seeking a Compliance Office Manager to oversee and manage the Compliance Office. The Manager will report directly to the Chief Risk Officer and will have the opportunity to interact with senior management and the Board of Directors. The Manager will be supported in carrying out their duties by the Risk Management & Compliance Department, with the assistance of AML/CFT, sanctions, FATCA/CRS, cross-border, market conduct, and a client risk monitoring and classification system.

Tasks

• Define and implement compliance control strategies and policies
• Preparation of the annual risk assessment and the function’s work plan (risk-based approach)
• Functionally coordinate the heads of compliance functions across the various departments to ensure consolidated oversight of compliance risk
• Ensure, in your capacity as the person in charge, that the PKB Compliance function monitors the Group’s activities and areas of risk
• Ensure clear, structured, and timely reporting to the CRO, senior management, and the Board of Directors
• Manage situations involving potential significant violations, ensuring effective and timely escalation and resolution
• Oversees AML/CFT, sanctions, FATCA/CRS, cross-border operations, market conduct, and the team
• Interact with regulatory authorities and manage regulatory filings (including MRS)
• Ensure the adequacy of the customer risk monitoring and classification system
• Work closely with the Risk Management and Compliance Department to provide practical and sustainable solutions
• Promote a widespread culture of compliance through training and awareness-raising
• Contribute to the Bank’s strategic projects with regulatory implications and participate in the relevant committees

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Economics, Law, or related fields
• Specialized training in compliance (e.g., DAS/CAS or equivalent)
• Solid knowledge of the Swiss regulatory framework (FINMA) and key regulatory issues (AML, sanctions, FATCA/CRS, cross-border transactions, etc.)
• Proven experience (10+ years) in compliance within the banking sector, preferably in private banking
• Fluent in Italian and English;
• Decision-making in complex contexts
• Experience in team management and leading structured functions

We offer

A strategic role with high internal visibility A dynamic, decision-making environment that involves collaboration