Senior Compliance & Risk Officer

ur-capital Geneva, Switzerland

Posted 4 days ago Permanent Competitive

Job Description

Join an established international asset management organisation in Geneva as a Senior Risk & Compliance Officer, overseeing compliance, operational risk and governance matters for its Swiss asset management activities.

Responsibilities

Provide compliance advisory support to the Swiss asset management entities and business teams.
Ensure compliance with the Swiss regulatory framework, including FinSA, FinIA, CISA, AMLA, relevant ordinances and FINMA requirements.
Oversee cross-border activities, distribution rules and sales practices.
Maintain, review and enhance compliance policies, procedures and internal guidelines.
Monitor regulatory developments and assess their impact on the business.
Develop, implement and perform second-line compliance and operational risk controls.
Conduct operational risk assessments and maintain risk mapping, following up on remediation actions where required.
Oversee outsourced activities and perform second-level controls on compliance and risk activities delegated to other group entities.
Support KYC and onboarding processes, including second-level reviews, periodic reviews and client/counterparty due diligence.
Prepare compliance and operational risk reporting for senior management and Boards.
Act as a key point of contact for FINMA, external auditors and other relevant stakeholders on compliance and operational risk matters.
Escalate material compliance issues, operational incidents and risk matters to local and Group management.
Contribute to the organisation and delivery of compliance and risk training for Front Office, Middle Office, Sales and control functions.
Provide support to broader Group compliance and permanent control activities when required.
Contribute to the oversight of risk and compliance activities across selected international entities.
Support corporate governance and company secretarial activities, including preparation and follow-up of Swiss Board meetings and related documentation.

Requirements

8+ years of professional experience in Risk & Compliance, ideally within a Swiss asset management company, investment manager or financial institution.
Strong practical knowledge of the Swiss regulatory framework, including FINMA regulations, FinSA, FinIA, CISA and AMLA.
Proven experience in asset management compliance, including investor protection, product governance, AML/KYC, sanctions and cross-border activities.
Solid understanding of compliance monitoring, second-line controls and operational risk frameworks.
Previous experience dealing with FINMA, auditors and senior management is highly valued.
Familiarity with European regulatory frameworks such as UCITS, AIFMD and MiFID II is an advantage.
Strong analytical mindset with the ability to translate regulatory requirements into practical and effective processes.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact confidently with senior stakeholders and business teams.
Pragmatic, proactive and solution-oriented approach.
Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with international teams.
Fluent English and French is essential.