Senior Compliance Officer

We are looking for a Senior Compliance Officer to join a Wealth Manager in Zurich.

About the Job:

• Provide compliance advice and support across client onboarding, AML/KYC, enhanced due diligence, sanctions and transaction monitoring.

• Advise on cross-border regulations, client suitability, investor protection, market conduct and conflicts of interest.

• Conduct risk-based compliance monitoring, thematic reviews and control assessments; document findings and follow up on remediation.

• Monitor regulatory developments and contribute to policies, procedures, risk assessments and compliance training.

• Support audits, regulatory reviews, business projects and process improvements.

• Prepare compliance reports and recommendations, escalating material or complex issues to the appropriate decision-makers.

About the Candidate:

• Degree in law, business, economics or a related discipline, or an equivalent professional qualification.

• Approximately 5–8 years of relevant compliance experience, ideally in Swiss private banking, wealth management or a similar regulated environment.

• Good knowledge of Swiss regulatory requirements and practical experience in AML/KYC, sanctions, transaction monitoring, cross-border compliance or related areas.

• Experience conducting risk-based reviews, analysing complex cases and documenting clear recommendations.

• Strong analytical, organisational and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail and sound judgement.

• Ability to work independently, manage competing priorities and escalate issues appropriately.

• Strong communication and stakeholder-management skills, with the ability to challenge constructively.

• Interest in systems, data, controls and process improvements.

• Fluency in German and English; additional languages are an advantage.