Senior Compliance Officer - Private Banking
Michael Page Switzerland
Genève
Key information
- Publication date:27 January 2026
- Workload:100%
- Contract type:Permanent position
- Place of work:Genève
We are looking for a Senior Compliance Officer with solid experience in Private Banking to handle complex KYC/AML reviews, regulatory monitoring, and advisory support to the business. Fluency in English is required, and knowledge of Russian or Arabic is a strong advantage; a background in a Big4 firm is ideally preferred.
Private Bank.
Description
- Act as a key point of contact for all Compliance matters related to Private Banking.
- Perform comprehensive reviews of client files (KYC/AML), including high?risk profiles and complex structures.
- Conduct ongoing due diligence and monitor transactions to ensure adherence to internal policies and regulatory requirements (FINMA, CDB, AMLA, FATF).
- Support Relationship Managers on onboarding and recertification processes, ensuring timely and compliant client lifecycle management.
- Advise senior management and business stakeholders on regulatory developments and best practices.
- Participate in internal projects such as process improvement, regulatory updates, and audits.
- Prepare internal reports and contribute to the internal control framework (2nd line of defense).
Profile
- 5-8 years of experience in a Compliance function within Private Banking or Wealth Management.
- Background in a Big4 (Advisory / Financial Services / Regulatory) is highly appreciated.
- Strong knowledge of Swiss regulation (FINMA, AMLA, CDB).
- Ability to analyze complex client structures (trusts, foundations, offshore entities).
- Excellent communication skills and a proactive, solutions?oriented mindset.
- Fluency in English; Russian or Arabic is a strong advantage due to client exposure.
- High level of integrity, discretion, and ability to work independently.
Job Offer
A collaborative and professional team.
About the company
Michael Page Switzerland
Genève
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