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Senior Compliance Officer - Private Banking

Geneva Permanent View Job Description
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.

Added 27/01/2026

  • If you have 5-8 years of Compliance experience in Private Banking.
  • If you have a Big4 background.

About Our Client

Private Bank.

Job 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).

The Successful Applicant

  • 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.

What's on Offer

A collaborative and professional team.

Quote job ref
JN-012026-6931009

Job summary

Job Function
Banking & Financial Services
Specialisation
Compliance & Legal
Industry
Financial Services
Location
Geneva
Contract Type
Permanent
Job Reference
JN-012026-6931009

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