AML Compliance Officer overseeing compliance with AML, KYC, and KYT for Brazilian clients in private banking. Contributing to regulatory compliance across Swiss, British, and Brazilian markets.
Responsibilities
Monitor transactions within the private bank’s AML, KYC and KYT compliance program, with a focus on Brazilian clients and applicable Swiss, UK and Brazilian regulations
Perform analyses using customer screening and transaction monitoring tools, with emphasis on high‑risk clients
Ensure that any significant findings are fully investigated and promptly escalated when necessary
Conduct reviews and quality checks of Brazilian client profiles and coordinate additional clarifications with the first or second line of defense
Prepare concise periodic reports for senior management
Act as the point of contact for authorities regarding investigation reports (MROS)
Provide expert advice and deliver trainings
Maintain and control compliance documentation
Requirements
Master’s degree in Law, preferably from a Brazilian university
Brazilian attorney qualification or law degree is an advantage
Work experience with Swiss, UK and Brazilian markets and their regulatory frameworks
Approximately 3–5 years’ experience as a compliance officer in private banking, with knowledge of the Brazilian market and culture
Knowledge of onboarding, AML, KYC, KYT and sanctions
Ability to use Brazilian, UK and Swiss compliance/legal portals to conduct international research
Strong analytical skills with the ability to work thoroughly and independently
Strong communicator and team enabler
Solution‑oriented with a pragmatic approach
Willingness to work closely with others
Ability to work under pressure and make clear decisions
Excellent interpersonal skills
Current residence in Switzerland is required
Fluent in Portuguese and English; French is an advantage
Benefits
Close collaboration with the São Paulo and London offices and client relationship managers
Participation in the bank’s LATAM projects and initiatives
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