Permanent position - AML Compliance Monitoring Officer

NOUVEAU

Key Responsibilities

Monitor and analyze transactions with elevated AML, sanctions, and embargo-related risks, ensuring compliance with applicable anti-money laundering and counter-terrorist financing regulations.
Perform enhanced due diligence and liaise with first-line teams to obtain additional information and clarification where required.
Review alerts generated by transaction monitoring, filtering, and screening systems, assessing risks and determining appropriate actions.
Conduct AML transaction controls both prior to execution (pre-approvals) and post-transaction through Know Your Transaction (KYT) monitoring.
Perform transactional reviews of customer relationships and identify unusual or suspicious activity.
Conduct investigations, prepare case documentation, and draft reports or communications for relevant regulatory or competent authorities.
Respond to requests from regulatory and law enforcement authorities.
Produce ad hoc AML reports and management information.
Contribute to AML-related projects, process improvements, and the ongoing enhancement of monitoring frameworks.
Promote operational efficiency and support the continuous optimization of compliance processes.

Profile

University degree or equivalent qualification in Law, Economics, Finance, or a related field. Professional certifications in Compliance or AML are an asset.
4–5 years of experience in AML Monitoring, Financial Crime Compliance, or Sanctions within the Swiss banking or financial services industry.
Strong analytical and investigative skills, with the ability to work independently, accurately, and under pressure.
Proactive team player with excellent communication skills and a strong sense of ownership and accountability.
Solution-oriented mindset with a pragmatic approach to problem-solving and stakeholder collaboration.
High level of integrity, professionalism, and ethical standards.
Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel; experience with Avaloq or other core banking systems is considered an advantage.
Fluent in French and English; knowledge of German or additional languages is a plus.