For one of our clients, a trust company based in Geneva, we are looking for a:

SENIOR COMPLIANCE OFFICER – TRUST COMPANY

Job description

• Oversee operational and administrative functions of the Swiss trust business, ensuring procedures are effective and up to date.
• Provide corporate secretarial and governance support to local entities.
• Act as the main point of contact for Swiss regulators and maintain strong relationships with supervisory bodies.
• Serve as MLRO, ensuring compliance with Swiss AML regulations and group policies.
• Adapt and implement compliance policies and procedures in coordination with Group Compliance.
• Review suspicious activity reports (SARs) and identify potential money laundering or terrorist financing concerns.
• Deliver AML training and promote awareness among staff.
• Ensure secure and confidential record-keeping of transactions and documents.
• Support trust officers with CRS and FATCA obligations.
• Monitor and review key risk indicators and registers, escalating issues as necessary.
• Contribute to operational and compliance meetings and assist with group initiatives.
• Stay informed of regulatory changes and adapt internal processes accordingly.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Law, Finance, Business Administration, or related discipline.
• Professional qualification in Compliance/Regulation (e.g., CAMS) required; trust and estate planning qualification is an advantage.
• At least 5 years of experience in the trust or legal industry.
• Strong knowledge of Swiss regulatory environment and AML legislation.
• Proven experience with UHNW clients and in administering companies, trusts, and international structures.
• Proficiency in trust management software and Microsoft Office.
• Fluent in English and French; Spanish is an asset.

All files will be treated with the utmost confidentiality.