Senior Compliance Officer

Your role

Bank J. Safra Sarasin is seeking an experienced Senior Compliance Officer for its Swiss Advisory Team in Geneva. As the successful candidate, you will be an integral part of a dynamic and fast-paced environment that supports the bank’s compliance with regulatory and legal requirements.

Your tasks

• Oversees the governance and regulatory framework for the external asset management division and introducers.
• Responsible for the entire lifecycle of client relationships, from initial onboarding and risk assessment through ongoing monitoring to potential termination.
• Ensures compliance with current Swiss AML standards.
• Conducts global due diligence on new and existing clients to identify and mitigate financial crime risks.
• Processes account opening requests and periodic KYC reviews in accordance with applicable regulatory and internal policies.
• Provides guidance on AML/CTF-related matters to client advisors.
• Conducts risk assessments, thematic reviews, and in-depth analyses in specific areas.
• Actively participates in various compliance projects and their subsequent implementation.
• Assists the compliance management team with special projects.

Your profile

• Higher education, such as a degree from a university of applied sciences or a university in law, economics, or an equivalent program (e.g., a Certificate of Advanced Studies in Compliance Management).
• At least 8 years of relevant professional experience in the financial crime compliance department of a Swiss bank, preferably involving complex account openings and periodic/ad hoc KYC reviews, as well as comprehensive knowledge of AML/CDFL regulatory requirements.
• Strong analytical skills, with the ability to work thoroughly, flexibly, and independently.
• A strong communicator and team player with a proactive attitude who takes full responsibility for tasks and areas of responsibility.
• Solution-oriented with a pragmatic approach and a willingness to work closely with colleagues and stakeholders, both internal and external.
• Ability to work under pressure, set priorities, and make clear decisions.
• Fluent in English and French; fluency in other languages is a plus.

Your advantages

• An entrepreneurial spirit at a family-run bank.
• Central office locations in cities across Switzerland.
• Above-average insurance benefits, fully covered by the bank.
• Health insurance contributions and meal allowance.
• Global growth strategy and a stable environment.
• Competitive offer.