Compliance Officer - Governance & Policies

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For our Governance & Policies team within the Central Compliance Department based in Zurich, we are looking for a Compliance Officer to join the team. Our team acts as central hub for policies and standards and is responsible for maintaining a robust Compliance Risk Framework which is essential for upholding regulatory request, promoting effective governance and ensuring highest standards of compliance across our operations.

YOUR CHALLENGE

• Handle third-party due diligence requests incl. the development and implementation of solutions to support continuous improvement of related processes and procedures

• Support Risk Type Owners in Compliance with the implementation of regulatory developments and industry best practices into internal policies and standards

• Support the enhancement and implementation of global Compliance standards

• Participate in key initiatives to set up new methodologies & standards

• Maintenance of the Compliance Risk Management Framework incl. coordination of the Global Compliance Program and regulatory and/or external audits

• Opportunity to interact with senior stakeholders within Compliance and Business and as well as with the Group’s international locations  

• Collaborate with partners across all three Lines of Defence and domestic and foreign Group affiliates

YOUR PROFILE

• University degree or equivalent (preferably in law, compliance, banking & finance, business administration)

• Minimum 3 years of banking industry experience with a focus on conceptional work in a compliance, risk management, legal or audit function in the area of Private Banking. Experience with Policies and Governance is a plus

• Strong analytical, conceptual and problem-solving skills in approaching tasks, team-player, proactive attitude, in addition to attention to detail

• Stress-resistant, ability to cope with tight deadlines and deliver independently under time pressure

• Good communication skills, ability to build and maintain sound relationship with stakeholders

• Fluent in written and spoken English, other languages are an advantage

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Why join Julius Baer?

At Julius Baer our employees enjoy the benefits of a global company with the support and collegiality of a much smaller one. We are growing quickly, but we remain dedicated to maintaining our accessible structure with flat hierarchies, and approachable and supportive leaders.

With offices around the world, we offer an international and stimulating work environment and the opportunity to work with a diverse team of highly motivated colleagues, bringing the best of the bank to our clients. Our core values of Care, Passion, and Excellence define the tone of how we interact with each other and our partners.

Committed to your success

Whether nurturing young talent with our renowned apprentice scheme, enabling ambitious university graduates to put theory into practice with our Graduate Programme, or providing first-class opportunities for experienced professionals, we look after our employees. We believe in continuous learning as a company and as individuals, which is why we put a focus on the health and well-being of our employees and offer flexible working options, a wide array of benefits, and extensive career development programmes.