Compliance Officer - Wealth Management m​/f​/d

We are partnering with a well-established, FINMA-regulated wealth/asset management business headquartered in Zurich. The firm focuses on delivering highly personalised wealth management solutions to UHNW clients across multiple jurisdictions.

The Role

This is a hands-on Compliance Officer position offering strong exposure across the full compliance lifecycle. The role sits close to both the business and clients, providing real breadth across AML, regulatory advisory, and ongoing compliance operations.

You will report directly to senior leadership (COO / Head of Compliance), offering visibility and the opportunity to contribute to the development of the firm's compliance and risk framework.

Key Responsibilities

• Client onboarding, due diligence, and periodic KYC reviews
• Transaction monitoring and AML-related controls
• Advising the business on day-to-day compliance and regulatory matters
• Implementation and enhancement of policies and procedures (AML, FinSA, FinIA, FINMA requirements, cross-border topics)
• Delivering internal compliance training (AML, market conduct, cross-border rules, etc.)
• Supporting compliance-driven projects and regulatory initiatives
• Conducting controls within the internal control system (ICS)
• Contributing to the ongoing development of the firm's risk framework
• Supporting data protection and data handling requirements

Your Profile

• 3-5 years' experience in a compliance role within a Swiss-based private bank, family office or wealth/asset manager
• Strong knowledge of AML, KYC, FinSA, FinIA, FINMA regulations, and cross-border requirements
• Experience working with client documentation (KYC/CID) and transaction data
• Master's degree in Law, Business Administration, or similar
• Fluent in English & German; additional languages are advantageous
• Proactive, detail-oriented, and comfortable working in a hands-on environment
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to advise stakeholders across the business