Financial Risk Advisory Consultant – Basel/FINMA Focus

KPMG AG; Zürich; Hybrid; CHF 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

KPMG AG in Zurich is seeking a contributor to financial risk management engagements, supporting markets, credit and liquidity risk, and regulatory audits. You will analyse regulatory requirements and craft practical, tailored solutions in collaboration with experienced specialists.

Ideal candidates hold a Master’s in a relevant field and bring 0–3 years of experience, with strong analytical abilities and clear communication.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in finance, economics, business administration, mathematics, engineering or a related discipline.
• 0-3 years of relevant experience in financial services, risk management, banking, regulation or consulting; strong graduates may also be considered.
• Interest in financial risk management, with initial knowledge of market, credit, liquidity or capital risk topics.
• Understanding of Basel or FINMA regulatory frameworks is an advantage.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a structured and detail-oriented way of working.
• Ability to communicate complex topics clearly and prepare high-quality written and presentation materials.
• Collaborative, proactive and client-oriented with motivation to learn and take responsibility.
• Fluent English and German; French is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Support client engagements across financial risk management, including market, credit and liquidity risk.
• Contribute to advisory projects and regulatory audits on capital and liquidity requirements, stress testing and risk governance.
• Analyse regulatory requirements and support their practical implementation, including Basel and FINMA frameworks.
• Perform analyses, structure findings and prepare high-quality client-ready presentations, reports and documentation.
• Assess risk management processes, methodologies and controls and help identify opportunities for improvement.
• Develop practical, tailored solutions in close collaboration with clients and experienced KPMG specialists.
• Support project delivery through research, data analysis, workshops, testing and implementation activities.
• Contribute to development of KPMG methodologies, market insights and internal knowledge across financial risk topics.

Skills

Fluent English

Fluent German

French beneficial

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Education

Master's degree (finance/economics/business)

Job description

KPMG AG in Zurich is seeking a contributor to financial risk management engagements, supporting markets, credit and liquidity risk, and regulatory audits. You will analyse regulatory requirements and craft practical, tailored solutions in collaboration with experienced specialists.

Ideal candidates hold a Master’s in a relevant field and bring 0–3 years of experience, with strong analytical abilities and clear communication.