Senior Compliance Officer

Alpinum Solutions is the leading Alternative Legal Service Provider (ALSP) in Switzerland, Germany and Liechtenstein, specializing in Interim Legal & Compliance workforce solutions for complex mandates.
For our client, a leading bank, we are looking for a Senior Compliance Officer to join their Compliance team, focusing on supporting AML compliance activities.
- Conduct and independently oversee KYC and Customer Due Diligence (CDD) reviews for new and existing clients, including complex and high-risk relationships.
- Perform enhanced due diligence, sanctions, and PEP screening, assess AML risks, and independently investigate and escalate complex or potentially suspicious cases.
- Take ownership of ongoing AML compliance activities, including periodic reviews, remediation projects, and risk-based client assessments.
- Act as a senior point of contact for Legal, Risk, Compliance, and Front Office teams, providing guidance on KYC/AML matters and ensuring adherence to internal policies and Swiss regulatory requirements.
- Identify gaps and drive improvements in KYC/AML processes, controls, and procedures while maintaining a strong understanding of evolving financial crime risks and regulatory developments.
- 5+ years of AML/Compliance experience within a banking or financial services environment, with strong exposure to KYC, CDD, sanctions screening, and general AML processes.
- Good knowledge of Swiss AML regulations, FATF recommendations, and AML best practices. Experience in private banking and cross-border business is an advantage.
- Bachelor's degree in Law, Business Administration, Finance, or a related field. CAMS or ICA certification is a plus.
- Strong analytical and communication skills, attention to detail, and proficiency in MS Excel.
- Fluency in Spanish with working knowledge of English.
At Alpinum Solutions, project lawyers and interim attorneys work on diverse interim and project mandates in an international and dynamic environment. As part of our Interim Legal & Compliance Workforce, you benefit from flexible engagement models, attractive compensation, and exciting mandates with leading companies.
We look forward to hearing from qualified candidates interested in joining this exciting compliance opportunity.