The opportunity
Our Legal & Financial Services, Regulatory & Compliance Practice is active nationally and internationally in all relevant areas of commercial law. We focus on the financial services industry and support our clients in the whole variety of legal and regulatory issues. Interesting topics are waiting for you from day one.
Embark on your next journey and join our unique Legal & Financial Services practice in Geneva to help our client solve exciting problems on a daily basis! This opportunity is for a 6 to 8-month fixed-term contract, with the possibility of extension.
Key responsibilities
Exciting project work at the interface between business, law and technology
Processing of complex legal and compliance issues for national and international customers in the field of financial services
Interdisciplinary cooperation in a dynamic and varied work environment at the pulse of our customers
Direct interaction with clients
Skills and attributes for success
A master's degree in law or similar qualification; admission to the bar and/or further education such as dissertation/LL.M. is a plus
2 to 5 years proven working knowledge of AML, regulatory compliance and controls within the Swiss Private Banking or Financial Services industry
Knowledge of EUNINT and/or MENA markets specifies from a KYC/KYT perspective
Experienced in due diligence activities (screening and researches)
AML certifications (e.g.: ACAMS or Vision Compliance or similar)
Experienced in roles involving client‑facing activities (e.g.: meetings)
Skilled IT user with a capacity to adapt to new or complex tools and use efficiently all usual software suit (Excel, Word, Access, Outlook, etc.)
Excellent communication skills with a can‑do and problem‑solving attitude
At ease under pressure and demonstrating good resilience
Strong teamwork initiative and ability to work professionally with all levels of staff and management
An excellent level of English; French, Arabic, Greek or Hebrew language is considered a plus
What we offer you
At EY, we’ll develop you with future‑focused skills and equip you with world‑class experiences. We’ll empower you in a flexible environment, and fuel you and your extraordinary talents in a diverse and inclusive culture of globally connected teams. Learn more.
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To help create an equitable and inclusive experience during the recruitment process, please inform us as soon as possible about any disability‑related adjustments or accommodation you may need.
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