Senior Compliance Officer - Compliance - Vienna, Austria

Societe Generale SA; Wien; On-site; EUR 54,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible home-office day per week

Support for professional qualific­atio

Exposure to senior management & intl.

Long-term development opportunities

Competitive remuneration package

Job summary

Société Générale Zweigniederlassung Wien in Vienna is seeking a Senior Compliance Officer to support the AMLO function within Corporate Banking Compliance. You will help implement and improve the financial crime framework, advise business teams, and work with central experts to ensure robust regulatory compliance.

The role requires 3–4 years in financial crime compliance, strong knowledge of Austrian FM-GwG and EU regulations, and fluency in German and English.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of AML/TF and KYC requirements.
• Experience with regulatory risk assessments and reporting.
• Familiarity with Austrian and EU sanctions regimes.

Responsibilities

• Deputy AMLO focusing on AML/TF, KYC and sanctions.
• Support compliance programs for financial crime and regulatory risks.
• Draft and maintain local policies and procedures for financial crime risk.
• Perform controls and report on financial crime and regulatory risks.
• Conduct KYC reviews during onboarding and reviews.
• Monitor legal developments and implement within the branch.
• Provide training and guidance to business teams.

Skills

AML/TF knowledge

KYC experience

Regulatory compliance

Analytical skills

Stakeholder management

Communication skills

German language

English language

Education

Bachelor's in banking/finance/law

ACAMS/ICA certification

Job description

Responsibilities

As part of a leading European financial services group, Société Générale Zweigniederlassung Wien combines international reach with local expertise. We provide corporate and financial institution clients with payment and cash management services, trade finance solutions, and access to global banking expertise.Trust, integrity, and responsible business conduct are central to how we operate. Our Compliance function works closely with management and business teams to protect our clients, prevent financial crime, and support sustainable development.Our employees benefit from an international working environment, exposure to a broad range of activities, and continued investment in professional qualifications, technical expertise, and long‑term development.Mission:We are looking for an experienced Senior Compliance Officer to join our Corporate Banking Compliance team in Vienna. The successful candidate will support the performance of the AMLO function in accordance with applicable Austrian and European Union legal and regulatory requirements.Working closely with the Head of Compliance, you will contribute to the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of the Branch’s financial crime and regulatory compliance framework. You will also help promote a strong culture of compliance.The role reports directly to the local Head of Compliance, who also serves as the AMLO.

Tasks and responsibilities:

Serve as the Deputy AMLO with a focus on AML/TF, KYC and S&ESupport the Head of Compliance in developing and implementing effective compliance programs covering financial crime and regulatory risksSupport the implementation of the financial crime risk management program by drafting, maintaining, and implementing applicable local policies and proceduresPerform controls and prepare reports relating to financial crime and regulatory risksPerform and contribute to compliance and financial crime risk assessments, including the management and monitoring of associated action plansMonitor transactions through the transaction monitoring system, investigate alerts, and support the preparation and submission of suspicious transaction reports to the Austrian Financial Intelligence UnitPerform KYC reviews as part of client onboarding, periodic reviews, and trigger‑event reviewsApply strong knowledge of applicable Austrian legislation, particularly the FM‑GwG, WiEReG, sanctions legislation, relevant European Union regulations, and Austrian market practicesMaintain strong working relationships with central expert teams, local management, business teams, and support functionsWork with the Head of Compliance to ensure the effective and timely implementation of corrective action plans arising from audits, inspections, monitoring activities, or regulatory reviewsMonitor relevant legal and regulatory developments and contribute to their effective implementation within the BranchProvide compliance advice, guidance, and training to business teams and other relevant stakeholders, as requiredKnowledge of virtual currencies, crypto‑assets, and payment service providers would be an advantage

Profile required

Studies & experience:A strong academic or professional background in banking, finance, law, or a comparable field, ideally combined with recognized qualifications in ComplianceA professional certification, such as ACAMS, ICA, or an equivalent qualification, would be a significant assetAt least 3-4 years of relevant experience in financial crime complianceExperience in other areas of regulatory compliance, such as data protection, market integrity, tax transparency, or related regulatory risks, would be an advantageExperience interacting with the Austrian Financial Market Authority, the Austrian Financial Intelligence Unit, or other regulatory or public authoritiesA strong understanding of applicable legal, regulatory, and industry requirements

Language skills

Fluency in German and English, both written and spoken (French language skills would be an advantage)

Technical, operational & Soft skills

Excellent analytical skills, with the ability to understand complex matters quickly, identify key risks, and communicate conclusions clearly to senior stakeholdersA hands‑on mindset combined with a structured, pragmatic, and reliable approach to workStrong communication skills and the ability to advise, challenge, and influence stakeholders effectivelyA collaborative working style and the ability to build effective relationships across business, control, and support functionsSound judgement, integrity, and the confidence to elevate compliance concerns appropriately

Why join us

Société Générale Austria is a multi‑category bank offering every employee the possibility to have several careers in a professional career path. Internal mobility and training are two core areas we focus on, in a dynamic, prosperous and evolving context.A flexible working environment with one home‑office day per weekSupport for relevant professional qualifications, continued learning and leadership developmentExposure to local senior management, international Compliance experts, and a broad range of corporate banking activitiesLong‑term development opportunities within an established European banking groupA competitive remuneration package and employee benefits (minimum gross annual salary of €60,000 with the willingness to offer a higher salary depending on the candidate’s experience, qualifications, and profile)

Business insight

At Societe Generale, we are convinced that people are drivers of change, and that the world of tomorrow will be shaped by all their initiatives, from the smallest to the most ambitious.Whether you’re joining us for a period of months, years or your entire career, together we can have a positive impact on the future. Creating, daring, innovating and taking action are part of our DNA.If you too want to be directly involved, grow in a stimulating and caring environment, feel useful on a daily basis and develop or strengthen your expertise, you will feel right at home with us!

Still hesitating?

You should know that our employees can dedicate several days per year to solidarity actions during their working hours, including sponsoring people struggling with their orientation or professional integration, participating in the financial education of young apprentices, and sharing their skills with charities. There are many ways to get involved.