Business Risk Manager

Pictet Group; Zürich; On-site; CHF 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Pictet Group seeks a Business Risk Manager in Zurich to strengthen the Swiss Asia team. You will be the go-to person for AML, guiding Front Office in client onboarding and KYC review, and advising on client lifecycle actions.

The role also supports R&C excellence through monitoring indicators and audit follow-ups. You will collaborate with Front Office and PWM Risk & Compliance functions, stay updated on regulatory changes, and contribute to ongoing improvements by sharing best practices

Qualifications

• Minimum 5-7 years of private banking front-line processes experience and/or AML related topics.
• In-depth understanding of the wealth management industry.
• Fluency in English; German, Mandarin or French is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Go-to person for AML and client lifecycle guidance.
• Guide Front Office at prospection level and support client onboarding with KYC review.

Skills

AML / Compliance

Private banking

KYC oversight

Risk management

Stakeholder management

Audit liaison

Job description

Your team

Pictet Wealth Management combines more than 200 years of Swiss banking heritage with global investment expertise. The Partner-owned financial service group offers a comprehensive service for wealthy individuals and families including discretionary and advisory investment solutions and family office services.

Your team

Pictet Wealth Management combines more than 200 years of Swiss banking heritage with global investment expertise. The Partner-owned financial service group offers a comprehensive service for wealthy individuals and families including discretionary and advisory investment solutions and family office services.

We are seeking to recruit a Business Risk Manager based in Zurich, to strengthen our Swiss Asia team.

Your role

Go-to person for AML

• Guide Front Office at prospection level
• Work closely with Bankers at Client onboarding by providing guidance and reviewing KYC
• Advise Front Office on client lifecycle (e.g. transaction clarification, periodic review)

Fraud, Intermediaries, Market Access & Other R&C Matters

• Act as the main point of contact for Swiss Asia front-staff and support the resolution of issues
• Contribute to R&C excellence by monitoring key indicators & supporting RMs and CROs in meeting their Risk & Compliance obligations
• Provide active support in the annual risk self-assessment of the Zone (RCSA)
• Act as a key contact for auditors & follow-up on audit recommendations for the Zone
• Train & educate on R&C matters

Partner with Front Office on Risk & Compliance

• Report & communicate on risk & compliance matters to the Management of the Zone and PWM R&C
• Advise Front Office Management and PWM Risk & Compliance functions on how to improve risk & compliance management
• Keep abreast of regulatory changes and communicate their impact to the Zone
• Actively contribute to ongoing improvements by sharing knowledge & best practices with the BRM Community

Your profile

• Minimum 5-7 years of private banking front-line processes experience and/or AML related topics
• In-depth understanding of the wealth management industry
• Fluency in English. German, Mandarin or French is a plus
• Solid understanding of all front-line processes (account openings, client documentation, investment processes, etc) and related regulatory requirements (AML, FATCA, RUBIK, UKRND)
• Strong interpersonal, relational, and communication skills required
• Accountable, solutions-oriented and proactive mindset
• Project management skills
• Ability to remain independent
• Swiss residency required

Note

We will not accept any CVs via agencies

Diversity & Inclusion

Pictet is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating a diverse environment. We respect all individuals and seek their inclusion in the workplace.