Risk & Due Diligence Manager – Frontline Partner (Zurich)

LGT Group; Zürich; Hybrid; CHF 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work models

25 days annual leave

Special paid leave options

Maternity and paternity leave

Childcare contribution

Job summary

LGT Bank Switzerland is seeking a Business Risk Manager (f/m/d) in Zurich, responsible for due diligence queries, risk assessment and controls in onboarding clients. The role requires collaboration with Compliance and frontline teams to balance risk with business growth.

Ideal candidates have 3–5 years in risk management or compliance at a Swiss bank, with relevant certifications and master’s-level education. Fluency in German and English, plus Spanish or Portuguese, is desired.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience as a Business Risk Manager in the first line of defence, focusing on due diligence or as a Compliance Officer in a Swiss bank.
• Knowledge of international markets and regulatory environment; experience conducting background checks.

Responsibilities

• Act as the first point of contact for Relationship Managers on due diligence queries and collaborate with Compliance.
• Identify and assess money laundering, reputational and other business risks; prepare written client risk assessments.
• Propose pragmatic, risk-appropriate controls to support compliant client onboarding within regulatory requirements.
• Advise Front on due diligence matters, challenging stakeholders to align risk with business goals.

Skills

Due diligence liaison

Risk assessment

Regulatory guidance

Communication skills

Education

Master’s degree in law or economics

Due diligence / sanctions certification

Job description

LGT Bank Switzerland is seeking a Business Risk Manager (f/m/d) in Zurich, responsible for due diligence queries, risk assessment and controls in onboarding clients. The role requires collaboration with Compliance and frontline teams to balance risk with business growth.

Ideal candidates have 3–5 years in risk management or compliance at a Swiss bank, with relevant certifications and master’s-level education. Fluency in German and English, plus Spanish or Portuguese, is desired.