Senior Compliance Officer – PB recruitment

Our client, a prestigious Private Bank with several international entities, is looking to expand its Legal Compliance team in Zurich. The role reports directly to the Head of Legal Compliance and you will be part of a team of Senior Compliance Specialists.

The Compliance team acts as Advisors to the Front and works in close cooperation with the business. The role encompasses all areas of Private Banking Compliance, being AML, KYC, PEP, CDB, Suitability, Investment Trading and External Asset Management. You stay abreast of regulatory developments and ensure the business fully complies with regulations in place. Furthermore you provide training where necessary, and help developing the compliance programme.

The ideal person for this role has a Law degree combined with a minimum of 5 years experience within Compliance of a Swiss Private Bank. In addition to English, you must speak German fluently. Moreover you display excellent communication skills, are able to foster compliance awareness and handle complex situations. You are a team player, pro-active and well organised.

This is an excellent opportunity to become part of a reputable and internationally known Bank. The shareholders are entrepeneurial and aim to be ahead of the market. In the Zurich office, you will find a flat hierarchy where Senior Management is easy accessible and you are encouraged to bring in your own ideas.