Senior Compliance Officer

Alpinum Solutions Group; Basel; Hybrid; CHF 110,000 - 140,000; Part time

Job summary

Alpinum Solutions is seeking an experienced Senior Compliance Officer for a Basel-based assignment. You will monitor AML alerts, conduct KYC reviews, and assess high-risk client relationships in a fast-paced financial services environment.

The role requires in-depth knowledge of Swiss AML regulations and FINMA requirements, plus strong German and English skills. The position is temporary with hybrid Basel work arrangements and opportunities to influence regulatory compliance outcomes.

Qualifications

• Proven compliance experience in banking/financial services.
• Strong practical knowledge of AML, KYC, EDD, sanctions screening and financial crime compliance.
• Good understanding of Swiss AML regulation and FINMA requirements.
• Experience reviewing complex client relationships and high-risk transactions.
• Academic background in Law, Business, Finance or related field and/or relevant compliance certification.
• German and English proficiency required.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and investigate AML alerts and support timely resolution of compliance cases.
• Conduct client screening and background checks covering sanctions, PEP and adverse media findings.
• Perform KYC reviews and assess high-risk client relationships, transactions, source of funds and source of wealth.
• Review client documentation and complex ownership structures for completeness and regulatory alignment.
• Prepare clear EDD reports, risk assessments and recommendations for further action.

Skills

AML/KYC knowledge

Regulatory compliance

German and English

Education

Law/Business/Finance degree

Job description

At Alpinum Solutions, we connect talented Legal & Compliance professionals with exciting opportunities across Switzerland, Germany, and Austria. For our latest exciting assignment, we are looking for an experienced and motivated Senior Compliance Officer to join our client's team in Basel.

Assignment Details

• Industry: Financial Services
• Start Date: As soon as possible
• Duration: 3+ months
• Workload: 80–100%
• Location: Basel (Hybrid)
• Contract Type: Temporary

Responsibilities

• Monitor and investigate AML alerts and support the timely resolution of compliance cases
• Conduct client screening and background checks covering sanctions, PEP and adverse media findings
• Perform KYC reviews and assess high‑risk client relationships, transactions, source of funds and source of wealth
• Review client documentation and complex ownership structures to ensure completeness, accuracy and regulatory alignment
• Prepare clear EDD reports, risk assessments and recommendations for further action

Requirements

• Proven compliance experience within a bank or financial institution, including hands‑on case management
• Strong practical knowledge of AML, KYC, EDD, sanctions screening and financial crime compliance
• Good understanding of Swiss AML regulation and FINMA requirements
• Experience reviewing complex client relationships, beneficial ownership structures and high‑risk transactions
• Relevant academic background in Law, Business, Finance or a related field and/or a relevant compliance certification
• German and English are required

At Alpinum Solutions, we offer Legal & Compliance professionals the opportunity to work on exciting assignments with leading companies, financial institutions, consulting & law firms across Switzerland, Germany, and Austria. As part of our Interim Legal & Compliance Workforce, you benefit from diverse and challenging assignments, flexible engagement models, competitive compensation, and the opportunity to expand your professional experience and network. Whether you are an experienced interim professional or exploring project-based opportunities for the first time, we provide access to rewarding assignments that match your expertise and career ambitions.