Paid Compliance & Client Lifecycle Internship (6 months)

Vontobel Asset Management, Inc.; Thalwil; On-site; CHF 20,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid internship

Free lunches

Job summary

Vontobel Asset Management, Inc. is offering an Early Careers Internship Program in Compliance Client Lifecycle in Zurich. The program runs for six months starting 1 March 2027, providing hands-on exposure to account openings, KYC, and AML screening in a globally recognized investment firm.

You will work with a collaborative team across Compliance, Risk, and Front Office, supported by mentoring and networking sessions. Fluency in English is required; German, French or Italian are a plus.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in a Bachelor's or Master's program, or recent graduate in finance, technology or related field.
• Fluent in English (written and spoken); German, French or Italian a plus.
• Hold a valid work permit for the location.

Responsibilities

• Support the Client Lifecycle Management process by assisting in account openings, KYC and periodic reviews, and PEP/adverse media screenings.
• Contribute to AML and Sanctions investigations, including review of alerts and escalation of potential hits.
• Assist in Transaction Monitoring, helping to identify, analyze, and document unusual or suspicious activity.
• Prepare or support suspicious activity reports (SARs) and contribute to documentation of findings, analysis, and recommendations.
• Support the development and maintenance of AML procedures and internal controls, ensuring alignment with regulatory requirements.
• Contribute to ongoing Compliance and FCC projects, including system enhancements, reporting, and process improvements.
• Collaborate with colleagues across Compliance, Risk, and Front Office functions to resolve complex cases and strengthen the control environment.
• Learn from industry professionals through mentoring, workshops, and networking sessions.

Skills

Ownership

Tenacity

Foresight

AI literacy

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's/Master's program or recent graduate

Job description

Vontobel Asset Management, Inc. is offering an Early Careers Internship Program in Compliance Client Lifecycle in Zurich. The program runs for six months starting 1 March 2027, providing hands-on exposure to account openings, KYC, and AML screening in a globally recognized investment firm.

You will work with a collaborative team across Compliance, Risk, and Front Office, supported by mentoring and networking sessions. Fluency in English is required; German, French or Italian are a plus.