the client is seeking an experienced compliance officer to join its Swiss advisory team in Zürich. In this role, you will help ensure adherence to regulatory and statutory requirements, with a particular focus on financial crime compliance and the institution’s AML obligations.
You will ensure compliance with current Swiss AML standards, perform global exposure checks for new and existing clients to identify and mitigate financial crime risks, and manage account opening requests as well as KYC periodic reviews in line with regulatory and internal frameworks. You will also provide expert guidance to client advisors on AML/CTF matters and support the identification of issues through risk assessments, thematic reviews, and targeted deep dives into key compliance areas.
The client is looking for candidates with higher education in law, economics, or a related field, or an equivalent compliance qualification, along with relevant experience in financial crime compliance (typically 3–5 years). You should have strong knowledge of AML and client due diligence regulatory requirements, an analytical mindset with strong attention to detail, and the ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with stakeholders. Fluency in both German and English is required, and the role expects a solution-oriented approach, clear decision-making under pressure, and proactive ownership of responsibilities.