Business Risk Manager (f/m/d) - 100%

LGT Wealth Management UK; Zürich; On-site; CHF 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

LGT Bank Schweiz AG is seeking a seasoned Business Risk Manager to serve as the first point of contact for Relationship Managers on due diligence queries during client prospecting and onboarding. You will identify money laundering and reputational risks and prepare written client risk assessments.

You will propose pragmatic controls within the regulatory framework and act as a proactive adviser to Front, helping to balance risk with commercial goals while maintaining high standards of integrity

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in the first line of defence or compliance at a Swiss bank.
• Experience performing due diligence, background checks and risk assessments.

Responsibilities

• Act as the first point of contact for due diligence queries during client prospecting and onboarding.
• Identify and assess money laundering, reputational and other business risks.
• Propose risk-appropriate controls and mitigation measures within regulatory requirements.
• Serve as adviser to Front on due diligence matters and support sustainable business growth.

Skills

Due diligence

Compliance

Risk assessment

Background checks

Communication

Analytical mindset

Education

Master's degree in law or economics

Relevant certifications (due diligence/ compliance)

Job description

LGT is the world's largest family-owned and managed Private Banking and Asset Management Group. For more than 100 years it has been fully owned and managed by the Princely House of Liechtenstein, which is also one of our biggest clients.

With around 800 employees, LGT Bank Switzerland has established itself as a renowned Swiss private bank and is an excellent address for both wealthy private clients and employees - this was also confirmed last year by the independent institute "Great Place To Work", which awarded LGT Bank Switzerland the title of one of the best employers in Switzerland.

Job Description

Act as the first point of contact for Relationship Managers on due diligence queries during client prospecting and onboarding, fostering clear and constructive collaboration with Compliance.

Identify and assess money laundering, reputational and other business risks as part of the first line of defence, and prepare written client risk assessments.

Propose pragmatic, risk-appropriate controls and mitigation measures to support efficient and sustainable client prospecting and onboarding within the applicable regulatory framework.

Serve as a proactive adviser and sparring partner to the Front on due diligence matters. Constructively challenge and influence internal stakeholders, contributing to the bank's sustainable and scalable business growth.

Requirements

3-5 years of experience as a Business Risk Manager in the first line of defence, with a focus on due diligence, and/or as a Compliance Officer at a Swiss bank, with experience in at least one of the target markets: Latin America, Europe or EAM.

Higher education, such as a Master's degree in law or economics, and/or relevant certifications, such as a due diligence (compliance) certification or a sanctions diploma. Knowledge of international markets and the regulatory environment, as well as experience conducting background checks.

A solution-oriented mindset and the ability to balance risk and commercial considerations, represent the business perspective in risk discussions and translate regulatory requirements into clear, practical guidance for the Front in line with the bank's risk appetite.

A reliable, responsible and risk-aware personality, with an analytical mindset, strong communication skills and a conscientious, structured working style. Ability to work well under pressure in a collaborative and flexible environment.

Fluency in German and English, as well as Spanish or Portuguese.

Contact Information

LGT Bank (Schweiz) AG Human Resources

David Becker