Head of Compliance

A leading corporate bank in Zurich is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Head of Compliance to join their dynamic team. This role offers an exciting opportunity to lead the compliance function and ensure adherence to Swiss and EU regulatory requirements.

This is an exciting opportunity for an entrepreneurial professional, who's looking to make an impact and help shape the compliance department.

About the job:

• Lead and oversee the compliance function, ensuring the bank's adherence to all regulatory requirements
• Develop and implement compliance policies, procedures, and controls to mitigate regulatory risks
• Stay updated on Swiss and EU regulatory changes and ensure timely implementation of necessary adjustments
• Manage and monitor the bank's compliance with anti-money laundering (AML) and sanctions regulations
• Provide guidance and support to the bank's employees on compliance-related matters
• Conduct regular compliance reviews and audits to identify and address any potential issues or gaps
• Act as the point of contact for regulatory bodies and handle all compliance-related inquiries and inspections
• Lead and manage regulatory and non-regulatory projects, ensuring timely delivery and successful implementation
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including IT, to ensure compliance of IT systems
• Provide leadership and guidance to the compliance team, fostering a culture of compliance and ethical behavior
• Prepare and present compliance reports to senior management and the board of directors

About the candidate:

• Minimum of 10 years of experience in a Compliance function within the banking industry
• In-depth knowledge of Swiss and EU regulatory requirements, including AML and sanctions regulations
• Previous experience in corporate banking is highly desirable
• Strong leadership skills, with the ability to effectively manage and motivate a team
• Fluent in German and English; knowledge of French is a plus
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build strong relationships with stakeholders
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Detail-oriented with a high level of integrity and ethical standards
• Proactive and self-motivated, with the ability to work independently and meet deadlines