For our client, an international financial institution with an excellent reputation in Zürich, we are currently looking for several experienced KYC Experts 100% who is able to start on short notice on a one year temporary contract. For this role, experience is private banking is a must.
For our client, an international financial institution with an excellent reputation in Zürich, we are currently looking for several experienced KYC Experts 100% who is able to start on short noticeon a one year temporary contract. For this role, experience is private banking is a must.
Description
Objectives
Ensure adequate AML and KYC, KYT, documentary accuracy (CDB) and adverse news screening risk mitigation on client reviews as well as the completeness of corroboration, according to the Bank's Qualitative risk appetite, SOW/SOF corroboration standards and KYC standards.
Raise and escalate any deviation to the adherence to the Bank's standards to the relevant management, control functions and/or committees.
Synchronize with Compliance and Client Documentation teams to ensure standards are met.
Increase risk awareness within the WM Markets by ensuring that RMs and Team-leaders are aware of internal directives, of the regulatory requirement and updated on all new practices with a focus on AML, CDB and Sanction subjects and/or other investor protection or tax documentation.
Upon management's request, act as a relay of authority within the WM Markets on certain initiatives
Raise and escalate any other identified risks.
Any other task required by management relating to the mission of the employee.
Governance
Regular meetings with appropriate 2nd Line of defense functions to ensure consistency of knowledge and practices.
Regular meetings with WM Relationship Managers to review the ongoing subjects and propose action plans for long standing review issues.
Regular reporting on activity and associated risks
Profile
Minimum 3 years of experience within the banking sector, ideally relating to Compliance and Conformity functions
Bachelor's degree is a must and a Master's degree would be an advantage
Fluency in English and German (C1 level)
A detailed background and knowledge of Swiss AML and CDB regulatory frameworks and requirements to complete periodic reviews * Sensitivity to other regulatory matters such as International Sanctions, Financial Crime, Cross Border matters, Tax and/or Investor protection frameworks a plus
Ability to recognize CDB document requirements and inform Relationship Managers of any inconsistencies or needs
Proficient user of MS Office
Goal oriented and pragmatic personality who is able to prioritise well
Team player that is also able to work independently who is able to communicate on all seniority levels
Job Offer
Are you an experienced professional in the banking sector and are you able to start on short notice? Then this is just the position for you! We are looking forward to receiving your application.