Career Opportunities: Operational Risk Manager (125172)

Pictet Asset Management SA; Genf; On-site; CHF 110,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Pictet Group in Geneva seeks an Operational Risk Manager for the Funds and Private Assets Services unit within Transactions Services. Based in Geneva, you will join a dynamic team that oversees risk and controls across wealth management operations.

The role emphasizes risk assessment, control framework implementation, KRIs development, and cross‑functional collaboration in French and English, with relocation flexibility within Switzerland considered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Business and/or Economics, or equivalent in finance.
• Experience or strong interest in Operational Risk management and Funds & Private Assets Operations.
• Strong analytical skills.
• Collaborative approach and team orientation.
• Excellent written and verbal communication in French and English.
• Interest in automation, new technologies, process mapping.
• Resident in Switzerland or willing to relocate.

Responsibilities

• Act as a Risk Ambassador by assessing, monitoring and reporting risks.
• Ensure an adequate Risk Control Framework by monitoring incidents and root cause analysis.
• Follow up audit recommendations and action plans.
• Review unit contingency plan, Risk Self-Assessment matrix, procedures and outsourcing agreements.
• Develop KRIs and train staff on best practices.
• Supervise changes and related risks.
• Support unit activities by performing controls or related tasks.
• Contribute to enhance risk management using data and AI.
• Act as a project manager or contributor on specific cases.

Skills

Risk management

Data analytics

Project management

Audit coordination

Communication (French & English)

Education

Business/Economics degree

Job description

Career Opportunities: Operational Risk Manager (125172)

Requisition ID125172-Posted05/10/2026-Switzerland-Geneva- Activity area (1) -Experienced Professionals

The Pictet Group is one of the world’s leading independent wealth and asset managers. Founded in 1805 and headquartered in Geneva, Switzerland, the Group has 30 offices in financial centers worldwide and currently employs more than 5,000 people. The Group is owned and managed by seven Partners and stands out as a company with an entrepreneurial spirit and loyalty.

Operations provide secure and efficient processing of Pictet’s banking transactions and investment funds. Our teams ensure all activities follow regulations and manage risks.
By developing and maintaining a modern, robust infrastructure, we guarantee reliable, high-quality services for Pictet wealth management, asset management and real estate clients.

We are looking for an Operational Risk Manager to support the Funds and Private Assets Services unit within Transactions Services. This unit belongs to the Operations division, which provides a broad range of custodian and fund administration services. Based in Geneva, you will be joining a dynamic team that plays a central role in supporting the extensive services on Funds and the strategic growth of our Private Assets offering.

Your role

• Act as a Risk Ambassador within the unit by assessing, monitoring and reporting risks in the unit and transversally, in collaboration with managers and experts.
• Ensure an adequate Risk Control Framework of the unit by:
  • Monitoring incidents and root cause analysis.
  • Following up audit recommendations and action plans.
  • Reviewing on a regular basis the unit business contingency plan, Risk Self-Assessment matrix, operational procedures, outsourcing agreements
  • Developing KRIs.
  • Training the staff and sharing best practices.
  • Supervising changes and related risks.
• Support the activities of the unit by performing controls or other related tasks
• Contribute to enhance the risk management approach leveraging data and AI
• Act as a project manager or project contributor on specific cases

Your profile

• University degree (Bachelor’s or Master's) in Business and/or Economics, or the equivalent in work experience in the finance industry.
• Experience or strong interest in Operational Risk management and in Funds & Private Assets Operations.
• Strong analytical skills.
• Collaborative approach, with a willingness to support colleagues and contribute to a positive team environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in French and English, with the ability to interact effectively with stakeholders and management.
• Interest in automation, new technologies, process mapping are valued assets.
• Resident in Switzerland or willing to relocate.

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.

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