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Head of Compliance
- Posted: 09/04/2025
- Salary: -
- Location: bern, Switzerland
- Job Type: Permanent/Fixed Term
Head of Compliance – Anti-Money Laundering (AML) (f/m/d), 80–100%
Location: Bern, Switzerland
Overview:
In this leadership role within the Compliance department, you will take ownership of the Anti-Money Laundering (AML) function and shape the future of compliance practices across key regulatory topics, including sanctions, tax compliance (FATCA/AIA/QI), and cross-border matters. This is a unique opportunity for an experienced, strategic, and hands-on leader to develop and elevate a well-established compliance framework within a trusted Swiss banking institution.
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Location: Bern, Switzerland
Overview:
In this leadership role within the Compliance department, you will take ownership of the Anti-Money Laundering (AML) function and shape the future of compliance practices across key regulatory topics, including sanctions, tax compliance (FATCA/AIA/QI), and cross-border matters. This is a unique opportunity for an experienced, strategic, and hands-on leader to develop and elevate a well-established compliance framework within a trusted Swiss banking institution.
- Lead the AML Compliance Unit, ensuring compliance with all applicable AML, tax, sanctions, and cross-border regulations.
- Manage and develop a team of 10 professionals, fostering a culture of collaboration, integrity, and continuous development.
- Serve as the primary point of contact for regulatory authorities and internal stakeholders on compliance matters.
- Oversee reporting obligations related to VSB, GwG, FATCA, AIA, QI, and ensure the quality and timeliness of all disclosures.
- Provide guidance to executive management and staff on all compliance topics, including conducting internal training programs.
- Monitor regulatory developments, evaluate their impact, and implement effective compliance strategies and processes.
- Drive the digitization of compliance processes and contribute to the evolution of the bank’s compliance culture and operating model.
- 8–10+ years of experience in compliance, AML, and sanctions within the Swiss financial industry.
- Proven leadership experience with a focus on team development and cross-functional collaboration.
- Degree in law, economics, or a comparable qualification (University/FH/HF); additional certifications in compliance are a strong advantage.
- A proactive mindset with the ability to drive change, initiate new processes, and lead transformation efforts.
- Strong strategic, conceptual, and planning skills paired with a pragmatic, business-oriented approach.
- Excellent communication skills in German (written and spoken); French and English are considered an asset.
- High integrity, empathy, and a strong sense of accountability.