Global Client Onboarding & AML Compliance Specialist

Leonteq; Zürich; On-site; CHF 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Leonteq in Zurich is seeking a proactive Client Onboarding & Documentation Specialist to join our global team. You will collaborate closely with Sales and Compliance to deliver a seamless client experience across multiple locations and ensure adherence to KYC/AML policies.

In this role, you will manage onboarding, conduct AML/CFT activities, and prepare assessments and documentation, while coordinating reviews and contributing to system implementations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor level or higher degree in law, compliance, finance, business administration or related field.
• 2–3 years of experience in financial services, ideally in Compliance, AML/KYC.
• Fluent in English; additional languages are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage client onboarding processes, liaising with Sales to obtain KYC documentation.
• Conduct AML/CFT activities, including name screening and investigations relating to PEPs and adverse media.
• Ensure onboarding activities comply with regulatory requirements and financial market rules.
• Provide guidance on client onboarding, KYC and AML/CFT topics.
• Prepare internal onboarding assessments, notes and documentation.
• Plan and coordinate client reviews and periodic reviews per regulatory requirements.
• Contribute to client-related projects and new system implementations.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date client data throughout the lifecycle.
• Support audits by preparing documentation and addressing auditor queries.

Skills

AML/KYC

Regulatory knowledge

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Team player

Education

Degree in Law, Compliance, Finance, Business Administration or related field

Job description

Leonteq in Zurich is seeking a proactive Client Onboarding & Documentation Specialist to join our global team. You will collaborate closely with Sales and Compliance to deliver a seamless client experience across multiple locations and ensure adherence to KYC/AML policies.

In this role, you will manage onboarding, conduct AML/CFT activities, and prepare assessments and documentation, while coordinating reviews and contributing to system implementations.