Compliance Officer, AML and KYCLHH

The Adecco Group Switzerland

Compliance Officer - KYC/AML Periodic Reviews

Private Banking | Switzerland

On behalf of my client, a Swiss private bank, we are looking for a Compliance Officer to join the Compliance function with a strong focus on KYC/AML periodic reviews of high‑risk client relationships.

Your Responsibilities

• Perform periodic reviews of high‑risk clients, including individuals, legal entities, complex/offshore structures and intermediaries.
• Update and challenge client risk profiles, ensuring consistency between KYC information and observed transactional activity (KYT).
• Review the completeness, accuracy and validity of KYC/KYT documentation.
• Act as a Compliance advisor to the Front Office, supporting Relationship Managers in addressing compliance issues and obtaining missing documentation.
• Identify gaps, propose corrective actions and follow up remediation until full compliance is achieved.
• Contribute to reporting and statistics on periodic reviews and remediation activities.

Profile

• Master's degree in Law, Economics, Finance or equivalent (CAS/DAS Compliance an asset).
• Minimum 3 years' experience in Compliance, with a strong focus on KYC/AML client reviews in a Swiss private banking or financial institution.
• Solid knowledge of Swiss regulations (AMLA/LBA, CDB 20, FINMA Circulars).
• Proven experience with complex client and offshore structures.
• Fluent in English and French (written and spoken).
• Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, excellent communication and a pragmatic, solution‑oriented mindset.