Job Description

Job description
The opportunity : Senior Regulatory Compliance Officer - Fixed term contract 12 months
Being part of HSBC in Switzerland, you'll help evolve and grow our business.
We are currently seeking an experienced professional on a one year fixes contract to join our Regulatory Compliance Team.
Are you interested ? Do you have detailed understanding of Private Banking business, products, services and regulatory matters and initiatives affecting the industry ? Do you enjoy to be part of a cohesive team ?
If you answered yes to any of these questions, we want to hear from you!
In this role you will:

• Assist Country Head of Regulatory Affairs & PBRS Head of Regulatory Compliance in carrying out the mandate of Compliance function and Regulatory Compliance in particular:

• Conduct regulatory advisory activity with a focus on a mandate & execution-only basis, proper functioning of financial markets, cross-border activities of PBRS & clients and conduct outcome;

• Provide stewardship to the First Line of Defence on Regulatory Compliance risks, local and foreign regulatory requirements & developments with regards to the ongoing and prospective business activities, transformation initiatives or other projects;

• Contribute significantly to the visibility of the Regulatory Compliance function by regular interactions with other departments and functions, active engagement and participation through various forums and by contributing to training, broadcasts and other communication initiatives on important Regulatory Compliance topics;

• Assist Country Head of Regulatory Affairs & PBRS Head of Regulatory Compliance in ensuring that Wealth Private Banking (WPB) or HSBC Group initiatives, and specifically those concerning Compliance and Risk function, are properly addressed and rolled out within PBRS.

Requirements

• Degree in law or equivalent university degree

• Detailed understanding of Private Banking business, products, services and regulatory matters and initiatives affecting the industry

• Strong Knowledge Swiss law and regulations, FINMA Circulars, applicable foreign law, and internal guidelines and policies of the HSBC Group, WPB, and PBRS

• Solid and proven practical experience gained in the financial/private banking industry or legal/compliance area

• Significant understanding of all financial products

• Outstanding communication skills

• Strong investigative skills

• Service-oriented attitude with ability to provide practical advice and solutions to meet business needs

• Able to work alone and by yourself, while also being an excellent team player and a front-runner

• Ability to meet tight deadlines and work under pressure

• Fluency in English, both written and spoken. Proficiency in French and/or German is an advantage

• Computer literacy required, with skills in all MS software (Word, PowerPoint, and Excel) and other applications

• Due to immigration restrictions in Switzerland, we will only be able to consider applications from Swiss or EU citizens or from candidates holding a valid Swiss work permit.

Even if you feel you do not meet 100% of our qualifications, we encourage you to apply, if you believe this role is right for you.
What you'll get in return:
Not only is HSBC a great place to work, but we also offer the following unique and exciting opportunities and benefits:
We'll help you progress your career, including access to development programmes, mentoring and coaching, as well as world-class training through HSBC University.
You can work your way and will have a say in when, where and how you and your team flexibly work together.
Our benefits will give you financial security, and can includ
Health & meal allowance, public transport or (e-)bike allowance
Our family-focused benefits can help you to support your loved ones and include:
Days off for key events (weddings, moving house, adoption). A one-time marriage or registering of a "Civil Partnership" grant. One-time premium for birth or adoption, as "gift" or "voucher. 4 weeks' paternity leave & 26 weeks' maternity leave
Emergency Childcare with the Red Cross, free of charges for HSBC employees.
Purchased holidays scheme, unpaid leave, sabbatical, Volunteering Leave,
Accident insurance (private coverage) paid by the Employer, attractive Pension Scheme
We'll give you a huge range of resources that support your mental, physical and social well-being, including:
Various sports and leisure activities organised by the employees for the employees.
The Bank offers to the employees and their family members specialised free, confidential service to help them deal with any personal problems - either at work or at home. Unlimited telephone consultations services available 24/7.
You'll have opportunities to work internationally - this can be your place to start and branch out to anywhere we have offices
You'll be able to join our Employee Resource Groups that bring together colleagues with shared characteristics and common interests.
HSBC has been certified "Top Employer 2025" in Switzerland. This recognition from the Top Employers Institute rewards our HR practices and recognises HSBC as an HR Leader in Switzerland.
At HSBC, our purpose is opening up a world of opportunity and by joining our team, you can be part of something bigger. We are committed to removing barriers and ensuring careers at HSBC are inclusive and accessible.
As a business operating in markets all around the world, we believe diversity brings benefits for our customers, our business and our people. This is why HSBC is committed to being an inclusive employer and encourages applications from all suitably qualified applicants irrespective of ethnicity, religion, age, physical or mental disability/long term health condition, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information (including characteristics and testing), military and veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by local law in the jurisdictions in which we operate. Within the work place you will have access to various employee resource groups which aim to promote and achieve a healthy work / life balance and support our diversity ambitions. HSBC has in place processes in order to avoid nepotism, which means to avoid creating circumstances in which the appearance or possibility of conflicts of interest may exist within the hiring process.
HSBC is a signatory company of the Advance Charter. This Charter is a commitment towards gender equality in business and hence a workplace environment that supports a fair and balanced approach to hiring, remunerating, promoting and retaining female talent.
Being open to different points of view is important for our business and the communities we serve. At HSBC, we're dedicated to creating diverse and inclusive workplaces. We are committed to removing barriers and ensuring careers at HSBC are inclusive and accessible for everyone to be at their best.
If you have a need that requires accommodations or changes during the recruitment process, please let us know.
HSBC is committed to building a culture where all employees are valued, respected and opinions count. We take pride in providing a workplace that fosters continuous professional development, flexible working and opportunities to grow within an inclusive and diverse environment.
Personal data held by the Bank relating to employment applications will be used in accordance with our Privacy Statement, which is available on our website.
Within HSBC in Switzerland all internal candidates from Group and external applicants are required (subject to local laws), to pass satisfactorily a series of additional checks both as part of the application process and, if successfully recruited into the role. The Group reserves its position with regard to any steps which it may take in relation to any material adverse findings which arise either when the checks are first carried out as part of this recruitment exercise, and/or if relevant, on an ongoing basis.
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