Compliance Manager – Advisory and Controls

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As an Associate Director in the Compliance Department, you will be part of the Advisory and Financial Institutions Reviews service, and in charge of the Advisory and Controls team. Reporting to the Vice-Director, you will be in charge of the supervision of the operational activities of the team and the people management.

Key responsibilities :

Team Management:

• Leading and supporting the team:
  • Overseeing the day-to-day activities of the team  
  • Offering guidance to team members, ensuring high-quality and timely delivery  
  • Fostering a positive work atmosphere where employees feel motivated, valued, and connected to the team and the organization
  • Promoting collaboration, trust, and cohesion among team members
  • Supporting employee growth through training, mentorship, coaching, and advancement opportunities. Offering guidance to team members, ensuring high-quality and timely delivery
• Hiring:
  • Leading the recruitment process with your Talent Acquisition Partner
  • Ensuring new hires are properly introduced to the team, the organization, its culture, policies, and their specific roles
• Performance Management: Setting performance expectations, providing feedback, conducting performance reviews, and addressing any performance issues
• Conducting under performance process with the help of your Senior Management and HR Partner

Operations management:

You will have multiple tasks, which include in particular:

• Ensuring the team’s mission is achieved and service levels are consistently met
• Managing relationships with the Bank’s counterparties on Compliance and AML-related matters
• Conducting and reviewing AML country risk and jurisdiction assessments
• Overseeing and performing compliance controls and presenting the results in dedicated reports
• Performing AML risk analyses and contributing in periodic assessments of the AML risk tolerance 
• Play a key role in defining the AML training concept 
• Drafting internal memos, reports, and presentations for management and stakeholders. 
• Monitoring AML regulatory developments
• Preparing and coordinating documentation for internal and external audits
• Providing guidance, support, and advice to the Department and Management

• Bachelor or Master degree in Law (CAS Compliance in Financial Services is a strong plus) 
• Excellent knowledge in Swiss banking and financial laws, especially in anti-money laundering regulations 
• At least 5 years of relevant experience in the financial industry and minimum 2 years of experience as team leader 
• Leadership and strong interest in training and coaching 
• Proactivity and ability to prioritize tasks and manage high workloads 
• Very good writing and communication skills in both French and English  
• Excellent sense of organization, rigor and reliability 
• Analytical and methodological approach 
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills 
• Ability to work independently and apply sound judgement 
• Flexible and able to handle a variety of tasks 

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