Senior Compliance Officer - Financial Crime Compliance - Banking (f/m/d)
A leading financial institution is seeking a Senior Compliance Officer (f/m/d) to join its Financial Crime Compliance (FCC) team. This role is ideal for a compliance professional with strong analytical skills, a structured mindset, and a deep understanding of anti-money laundering (AML), counter-terrorism financing (CTF), and sanctions regulations.
Key Responsibilities
Advisory & Oversight
- Provide expert compliance support to the corporate and leasing business units on AML and VSB (Swiss Bankers Association Due Diligence Agreement) matters.
- Review KYC documentation and onboarding files for corporate and leasing clients.
- Conduct risk assessments for high-risk business relationships and prepare suspicious activity reports (SARs) for submission to MROS.
Monitoring & Controls
- Perform name screening and transaction monitoring investigations.
- Execute key compliance controls, including those related to FATCA, AIA, and cross-border activities.
- Deliver annual AML training sessions for front-office and leasing staff.
Reporting & Governance
- Prepare periodic compliance reports for senior management.
- Contribute to the continuous improvement of internal policies, procedures, and IT-supported compliance processes.
Your Profile
- University degree in Law (MLaw); bar admission or additional compliance certifications are a plus.
- 5 + years experience in AML/CTF compliance within financial services or consulting.
- Strong knowledge of Swiss regulatory frameworks (AMLA, AMLO-FINMA, CDB).
- Fluent in German or Italian, additional languages, especially French, are an advantage.
- Technically adept, business-oriented, and precise in execution.
What's Offered
- A responsible and impactful role in a well-established compliance team.
- Hybrid working model with flexibility between office locations.
- A collaborative and professional environment with opportunities for development.
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