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Senior AML/KYC Compliance Officer
AML KYC Compliance
Mission.
- Perform KYC reviews and client onboarding due diligence for private and institutional clients, in line with the Swiss AML framework (AMLA, FINMA AMLO, CDB 20);
- Conduct Enhanced Due Diligence (EDD) on high-risk clients, PEPs and complex structures such as trusts, foundations and offshore vehicles;
- Assess and document Source of Wealth (SoW) and Source of Funds (SoF), challenging Relationship Managers where information is incomplete;
- Review transaction monitoring alerts, investigate unusual activity and prepare escalations and suspicious activity reports (MROS) when required;
- Carry out periodic reviews, maintain client risk ratings and handle sanctions, PEP and adverse media screening;
- Act as a trusted advisor to the Front Office on AML/KYC matters and contribute to policies, procedures and trainings;
- Support internal and external audits and regulatory inspections, ensuring remediation actions are delivered on time.
Required profile.
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Law, Finance, Economics or a related field;
- 5+ years of experience in AML/KYC Compliance, ideally within Private Banking or Wealth Management;
- In-depth knowledge of Swiss banking and its regulatory environment (AMLA, FINMA, CDB 20) – mandatory;
- Proven experience handling high-risk files, PEPs and complex structures;
- Professional certification such as ACAMS / CAMS is an asset;
- Strong analytical skills, attention to detail and the confidence to challenge stakeholders;
- Fluent in English; French is a plus.