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Head of Investigations - Private Banking

Geneva Permanent View Job Description
Our client is seeking a Head of Investigation, including Sanctions and Controls, to manage a team.Responsibilities include AML Investigations, Investigation analytics, SAR filing, sanctions advisory and investigations, Compliance controls, reporting and training.This permanent role requires a candidate with significant experience in investigations compliance, preferably within Switzerland, and who holds a valid Swiss permit.
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added 20/08/2024

  • You have already managed a team
  • You have local and solid experience in Investigations in Private Banking

About Our Client

A Geneva-based private banking institution.

Job Description

  • Oversee and provide quality control and decisions, in conjunction with the Head of AML, on AML Investigations into cases of suspected money laundering.
  • Management of sanctions advisory and investigation activities, including on accounts subject to blockage.
  • Oversight of the Group Name screening and transaction filtering systems.
  • Management of the Groupe 2nd LoD control activities.
  • Ensure AML/SAR submissions are of quality, timely filed and appropriately reported to the Swiss Compliance Committee (Comité de Conformité).
  • Service Swiss judicial orders in conjunction with the legal unit.
  • Produce management information (MI) content for Swiss and Group reporting', including the bi- weekly AML Dashboard.
  • Liaise financial crime concerns with other the Group entities.
  • Contribute to AML training, both from a Swiss and Group perspective.
  • Key stakeholder for the Group AML transformation initiatives.
  • Key stakeholder for the Group AML Core Team.
  • Analyze AML Investigations and SAR reports to propose control improvements and identify emerging AML trends.
  • Maintain the Investigations procedure.
  • Management of the investigations team (5 FTE's).

The Successful Applicant

  • 10+ years' experience in AML Investigations and SAR reporting in a Private Banking context.
  • Good knowledge of Swiss regulatory environment (LBA, OBA-FINMA, CDB)
  • French and English required.
  • Strong analytical and IT skills (including knowledge of GoAML).
  • Flexibility, adaptability with good intuition and problem solving skills.
  • Good communication and organizational skills.
  • Ability to prioritize and work under pressure.
  • Swiss residency (Geneva based).

What's on Offer

Key Challenges:

  • Fast-paced work environment.
  • Managing priorities.
  • Leading and motivating a team of compliance professionals.
Contact
Sima Kebbe
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JN-072024-6468924

Job summary

Job Function
Banking & Financial Services
Specialisation
Compliance & Legal
Industry
Financial Services
Location
Geneva
Contract Type
Permanent
Consultant name
Sima Kebbe
Job Reference
JN-072024-6468924

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