Compliance AML Monitoring & Sanctions Officer

FINDERS SA

FINDERS SA

Key information

  • Publication date:

    18 June 2024
  • Workload:

    100%
  • Contract type:

    Permanent position
  • Place of work:

    Genève

Client;

A leading Swiss bank of excellent repute since nearly 100 years. A strong global present and Swiss headquarters, offering bespoke and pioneering wealth and asset management services to its HNW and UHNW clients, as well as to financial institutions. A place to work that suits dynamic, driven, flexible and entrepreneurial minds who are very collaborative and go the extra mile. A lot of solidarity in the teams and a working environment that is broad, varied and enriching. Structured career path on offer.

A Client that Finders works regularly with, putting your application in safe hands and able to explain the core values and corporate culture of this Bank to suitable applicants who apply.

Position:

Joining the Legal & Compliance Business unit, and part of a busy compliance team in Geneva. Liaising closely with the compliance and legal teams in the Bank's other Swiss offices. Global exposure in terms of this very interesting client base and broad caseload. Would suit a compliance generalist who has had solid exposure to KYT and sanctions, as well as AML monitoring, looking for a fresh challenge within a dynamic, fast-paced environment that is very international. This is an office-based role.

Responsibilities:

  • Analyze and monitor transactions presenting an increased risk in relation to compliance with embargoes and application of anti-money laundering and anti-terrorist financing regulations, as well as carry out additional clarification process with the first line of defense
  • Control of post trade KYT alerts
  • Analyze of occurrences provided by filtering and screening solutions and take action based on analysis results
  • Carry out investigation and prepare any necessary communication to the competent authorities
  • Realize ad-hoc AML reports
  • Answer to Authorities' requests
  • Participate in ad hoc projects related to team activities

Profile:

  • Bachelors degree - for example in law or economics; or else an equivalent education/ training (e.g. Diploma of Advanced Studies in Compliance Management)
  • At least 5 years of practical experience in the field of AML Monitoring and Sanctions in Swiss banking industry
  • Capability to work independently as well as ability to work under pressure
  • Excellent interpersonal skills
  • Excellent Microsoft Office skills, knowledge in Avaloq is an advantage
  • Fluency in French and English, German is a plus
  • Happy to be in an office-based role (no home office)
  • Already living and working in Switzerland ("Frontalier" OK)

What's in it for you:

  • Professional Growth
  • Challenging and Rewarding Work
  • An employer with strong core values and competitive remuneration package

Contact

  • Sally Trigues
  • FINDERS SA