Compliance Officer, MLRO

📋 Description

• Ensuring adherence to all pertinent laws and regulations relevant to Switzerland and Liechtenstein through the development and implementation of policies and procedures.

• Performing compliance risk assessments and formulating an annual compliance strategy.

• Creating and executing a plan for second-line controls and conducting the necessary tests.

• Evaluating future business initiatives to pinpoint potential compliance risks.

• Making sure that the firm's policies and procedures are effectively communicated to all relevant personnel.

• Ensuring that compliance training is effective and current.

• Staying updated with regulatory changes and keeping policies and procedures current.

• Collaborating with internal departments such as Trading Operations, Finance, Risk Management, IT & Security, etc., to incorporate compliance requirements into business processes.

• Overseeing Keyrock CH and LI's compliance with AML obligations and serving as the focal point for the firm's AML activities (MLRO).

• Performing the duties of an MLRO as outlined in the AML/CTF Framework.

• Representing Keyrock CH and LI in all matters related to money laundering prevention, both internally and externally.

• Acting as a subject matter expert on AML/CTF issues, offering guidance and support to the compliance team and other departments.

• Conducting regular audits and reviews to ensure adherence to AML/CTF requirements and internal policies.

• Drafting compliance points of attention and recommendations, and assisting the Group Head of Compliance or Group General Counsel (at the Group level) with management information reports.

⛳️ Requirements

• Significant experience as a Compliance Officer (2nd line of defense) within a regulated financial institution in Switzerland and/or Liechtenstein, preferably with some exposure to MLRO responsibilities or similar roles.

• Experience in liaising with Swiss and Liechtenstein regulatory authorities.

• Strong knowledge of financial regulations such as MiCAR, AML/CTF, market abuse, and data privacy.

• Familiarity with the digital assets ecosystem is a considerable advantage.

• A relevant degree, ideally in business or law, is required.

• Extensive experience in the implementation of monitoring and control processes to support policies and procedures.

• A compliance qualification, such as ACAMS or a Master's in a related field, would be beneficial.

🏝️ Benefits

• A competitive salary package, complemented by various benefits.

• Autonomy in time management due to flexible working hours and the opportunity to work remotely.

• The freedom to shape your own entrepreneurial journey by being part of a team dedicated to excellence.