Job Description

Job Category: COMPLIANCE
Degree Level: Bachelor's Degree
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Mission:
Ensure detection and monitoring of high-risk transactions in an AML perspective and in respect of applicable laws and regulations as well as internal policies and procedures. Execute other Compliance controls and monitoring tasks.
Key responsibilities:

• Perform second level of control on high-risk alerts generated by the transaction monitoring system to identify suspicious activities and potential financial crime risks;

Assess completeness and accuracy of the RM explanations on AML alerts and analyze plausibility of information and supportive documentation on file;
Carry out additional clarifications and investigations on suspicious payments or patterns;
Review transaction requests and manage daily operations on blocked accounts;
Periodical review of blockages' reasons and necessity;
Provide guidance, training, support and relevant information to Relationship Managers on daily basis;
Liaise with relevant stakeholders such as Compliance Market Expert, Business Risk Manager, Legal, Risk, Credit Department, and Operations, to ensure a holistic approach;
Prepare internal memorandums and present the case to the dedicated committee when required;
Provide recommendations for enhancing monitoring processes and assist with Compliance projects and initiatives.
Specific Competencies and other Skills/Abilities:

• Degree in Law, Economics, Finance, Business Administration or equivalent.

A minimum of 5 years' experience as Compliance, KYC and AML in Private Banking or similar role;
In-depth knowledge of banking processes, operations, products and systems, OFAC, AML and sanctions;
Capacity to deal with several matters simultaneously;
Ability to work independently, take decisions and set priorities;
Pragmatic and solution oriented;
Strong analytical and communication skills;
Fluent in French and English; additional languages are considered an asset;
Adherence to the company's values: Dedication, Conviction, Agility and Responsibility.
About Us: Union Bancaire Privee (UBP), which is based in Geneva, is one of the biggest family-owned Swiss banks. We provide both private and institutional clients with cutting-edge wealth and asset management services from over 25 sites across the world. We employ people in a broad spectrum of banking specialisations, including relationship management, investment services, product development, treasury & trading, operations, legal and compliance, human resources, IT, communications and more. Guided by strong values that include dedication, innovativeness and adaptability, we are committed to providing a working environment based on mutual respect, conviction, and creativity offering exciting projects and opportunities for development. To find out more about us, go to ubp.com.

Skills Required