Lead and manage the Onboarding & Periodic Reviews team (approx. 15+ people) within the legal entity EFG Bank AG, spread over the 3 locations: Zürich, Geneva, and Lugano, overseeing all KYC / AML processes and procedures to ensure proper risk management and adherence to internal and regulatory requirements.
Main Responsibilities
* Oversight of Onboarding & Periodic Reviews activities.
* Management of the team across 3 locations, defining priorities, setting goals, and leading people.
* Provide support and guidance to the team and front office.
* Escalate sensitive or urgent issues to the Head of Financial Crime or her deputy.
* Collaborate with the First Line of Defense (FLoD) and other stakeholders, including foreign Compliance units.
* Prepare, participate in, and follow up on internal and external audits.
* Prepare management reports, statistics, and KPIs for internal use and Group Compliance.
* Conduct trainings and workshops for compliance and front office teams.
* Stay updated on regulatory developments affecting the business or processes and propose strategies and measures.
* Promote compliance awareness and support a risk-aware culture within the bank.
* Maintain and improve onboarding and periodic review processes, systems, and tools through participation in projects, guideline reviews, and tool development.
Professional Skills
* 8+ years of Compliance experience, with a strong track record in client onboarding, financial crime, and transaction monitoring.
* Advanced compliance certifications or relevant specialized certificates are a plus.
* Strong leadership skills.
* In-depth knowledge of Private Banking, Wealth Management, and Asset Management.
* Good understanding of commercial challenges.
* Solution-driven and pragmatic approach.
* Flexible and resourceful.
* Ability to collaborate across functions.
* Willingness to travel regularly within Switzerland.
* Strong interpersonal skills.
* Fluent in English and at least one of French, German, Swiss German, or Italian.
Our Values
* Accountability: Taking ownership and seeking continuous improvement.
* Hands-on: Proactively delivering high-quality results.
* Passionate: Committed to excellence.
* Solution-driven: Focusing on client outcomes with a risk-aware mindset.
* Partnership-oriented: Promoting collaboration and teamwork with an entrepreneurial spirit.
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