Compliance AML Monitoring Officer (Ref. 2586)

As a leading sustainable private bank, we offer dynamic and personalized services in investment advisory and asset management for private and institutional clients. Our success depends on the enthusiasm and commitment of our employees and we value each person with their unique technical expertise, professional qualifications and social skills.

We are successfully operating for more than 180 years across 27 locations worldwide and offer our employees the chance to be a part of our success. Our employees are our most valuable asset, we are proud of our unique culture that fosters entrepreneurship and is fueled by a high team spirit and the positive attitude of each individual. Join our international team and be part of the next chapter of the J. Safra Sarasin Group. 

As Compliance AML Monitoring Officer at Bank J. Safra Sarasin you are a self-motivated, rigorous team player looking for a challenging and international work environment and provide high-quality transactional AML analysis,controls and reports for the Bank's Compliance Department . 

• Analyze and monitor transactions presenting an increased risk in relation to compliance with embargoes and application of anti-money laundering and anti-terrorist financing regulations, as well as carry out additional clarification process with the first line of defense
• Analyze of occurrences provided by filtering and screening solutions and take action based on analysis results
• Control of post trade KYT alerts
• Carry out investigation and prepare any necessary communication to the competent authorities
• Answer to Authorities' requests
• Realize ad-hoc AML reports
• Participate in ad hoc projects related to team activities 

• Higher education (university / FH) in law or economics or an equivalent education/ training (e.g. Diploma of Advanced Studies in Compliance Management)
• At least 5 years of practical experience in the field of AML Monitoring and Sanctions in Swiss banking industry
• Excellent Microsoft Office skills, knowledge in Avaloq is an advantage 
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Capability to work independently as well as ability to work under pressure
• Fluency in French and English, German is a plus

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