Senior Compliance Officer for Onboarding and Periodic Reviews

Job Description

We are looking for an experienced Senior Compliance Officer for Onboarding & Periodic Reviews who can manage complex clients. Experience in the private banking industry and a strong understanding of international markets are required. Fluency in English is a must.

Main tasks

• Preparation of comprehensive compliance analyses and recommendations for new accounts for both individuals and legal entities
• Assessing the accuracy, completeness, and plausibility of KYC documentation to ensure that risks are appropriately identified and minimized
• Comprehensive review of existing relationships, including multiple accounts and structures; updating of due diligence and risk classification; analysis of cash flows and customer information
• Presentation of specific cases to the Client Acceptance Committee, including corresponding risk assessments and clear compliance recommendations
• Advising and supporting front-office staff on matters related to anti-money laundering (AML), know-your-customer (KYC), and compliance with the Swiss Banking Code of Conduct (CDB 20)
• Assessment of clients' tax compliance, including FINMA and CBS forms, and other relevant factors; documentation of this assessment and/or inquiries
• Handling other requests and providing support for internal and external audits upon request
• Reporting Potentially Suspicious Cases to the Financial Intelligence Unit (FIU)
• Collaborate with other units, such as the Sanctions Team, the Legal Department, Account Documentation, and other relevant departments, to ensure a thorough assessment of customers

Requirements

• Professional English required
• 5+ years of experience in a similar role
• Principled, self-reliant, and a strong team player and collaborator
• Ability to express oneself clearly, both orally and in writing
• In-depth knowledge of industry best practices
• Excellent analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to accurately interpret complex documents or structures
• Strong time management and organizational skills to meet tight deadlines

Our values

• Responsibility: Taking on tasks and challenges and striving for continuous improvement
• Hands-on: Proactively achieving high-quality results
• Passion: Commitment and pursuit of excellence
• Solution-oriented: Focus on customer results and fair treatment of customers with a risk-aware approach
• Partnership-oriented: Promoting cooperation and teamwork with an entrepreneurial spirit