Compliance Officer, Business

About grape

We are an insurtech company focused on revolutionizing employee insurance. Our mission is to become the premier health partner in the insurance business by putting employees first and driving a technology‑driven transformation.

As our Compliance Officer, you will take full operational ownership of grape’s compliance framework across Switzerland and Liechtenstein. In a fast‑growing insurtech scale‑up, you will balance regulatory rigor with business pragmatism—serving as a trusted advisor while building a scalable compliance infrastructure.

• Risk management: Own and maintain grape’s compliance risk universe across data protection (FADP and GDPR), economic sanctions, third‑party oversight, anti‑bribery and corruption, conflicts of interest, and fraud prevention.
• Tooling: Own grape’s compliance tooling, driving automation and process improvements to build a scalable compliance function.
• Policies & documentation: Develop and update internal compliance policies, procedures, and clear process documentation. Promote a culture of ethical conduct across the organisation.
• Monitoring & audits: Maintain grape’s compliance monitoring plan, conduct internal reviews, and lead preparation for external audits and regulatory assessments.
• Regulatory monitoring: Track legal and regulatory developments across CH/LI with a particular focus on areas relevant to grape’s licensed activities and products, assess operational impact, and advise management on required adjustments.
• Training: Design and deliver internal compliance training programs.

• Education: Degree in law, business law or certificate in Compliance.
• Experience: 4+ years in Compliance within Swiss/Liechtenstein indemnity insurance (ideally lines sickness and accident); MGA experience is a plus.
• Domain expertise: Proven track record managing core compliance risks (data protection, economic sanctions, third‑party oversight, anti‑bribery and anti‑corruption, fraud controls, conflicts of interest) under CH/LI regulatory frameworks.
• Insurance knowledge: Strong familiarity with the Swiss and Liechtenstein insurance regulatory framework.
• Tech‑savvy mindset: Passion for automation, tooling, and building efficient, scalable processes.
• Communication: Fluent in English with the ability to translate complex regulatory requirements into actionable business advice;
  German is a strong asset.
• Work style: Precise, reliable, and composed under pressure; a collaborative team player who thrives in a fast‑paced environment.

• Empowering workplace
  :
  Ownership, tools, and support to make decisions and take initiative.
• Hybrid setup
  :
  Flexibility to work remotely or from our Zurich office. Team day on Thursdays in Zurich.
• Home office stipend
  :
  One‑off CHF 200 home‑office budget.
• Internet allowance
  :
  Monthly allowance to cover home‑office internet costs.
• Flexible working time
  :
  Distribute working hours as you wish.
• Learning budget
  : CHF 1 500 annual budget for skill development.
• Well‑being
  :
  Work‑life balance supported with mental health sessions and discounts.
• Team events
  :
  Monthly gatherings for fun and engagement.
• Team retreats
  :
  Twice a year retreats.
• Travel & commute
  : SBB half fare card coverage.
• Paid vacation
  : 27 days per year (including 5 weeks + 2 additional days for holidays).
• Wellness budget
  :
  Optional budget to fit personal needs.
• Parental & adoptive leave
  :
  Additional time off to support family life.
• Digital nomad
  :
  After 3 years, extended work from anywhere in the world (location subject to review).