Senior KYC Analyst, Zurich

Saxo Bank; Zürich; On-site; CHF 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Saxo Bank in Zürich, Switzerland, seeks an experienced Senior KYC Analyst to support onboarding and ongoing due diligence across private and corporate clients. You will ensure compliance with Swiss AML standards while delivering a seamless client experience.

Collaborate with Commercial teams and stakeholders to strengthen KYC processes and regulatory adherence. Strong analytical skills and regulatory knowledge are essential for success.

Qualifications

• 4-5 years of experience in a KYC, CDD, or AML role within financial services.
• Degree in Finance, Law, Business Administration, Compliance, or Risk Management.
• Strong knowledge of Swiss regulatory requirements and customer due diligence obligations.
• Understanding of ownership structures, beneficial ownership, and AML risks.
• Proficient in German and English.
• Experience with private and corporate clients.
• Strong analytical and risk assessment capabilities.
• Detail-oriented and quality-driven mindset.
• Ability to collaborate with stakeholders across the organisation.

Responsibilities

• Onboard and conduct client onboarding and ongoing due diligence across private and corporate clients.
• Collaborate with Commercial teams and stakeholders throughout onboarding and review lifecycle.
• Develop and maintain robust KYC and AML processes.
• Perform quality checks of KYC assessments for accuracy and compliance.
• Identify quality gaps and recommend process improvements.
• Stay up to date on AML Swiss regulations and industry developments.
• Review and enhance AML policies, procedures, and regulatory frameworks.
• Share knowledge and best practices within the team.

Skills

KYC/AML

CDD

German language

English language

Regulatory knowledge

Stakeholder collaboration

Education

Finance/Law/Compliance degree

Job description

Zürich, Switzerland

Help strengthen financial crime prevention in a leading international financial institution. Are you an experienced KYC professional with a strong understanding of AML requirements and client due diligence? Do you enjoy working in a collaborative environment where quality, compliance, and continuous improvement are key priorities? Based in our Zurich office, you will play an important role in safeguarding the bank against financial crime while ensuring a seamless client experience.

Zürich, Switzerland

Help strengthen financial crime prevention in a leading international financial institution. Are you an experienced KYC professional with a strong understanding of AML requirements and client due diligence? Do you enjoy working in a collaborative environment where quality, compliance, and continuous improvement are key priorities? Based in our Zurich office, you will play an important role in safeguarding the bank against financial crime while ensuring a seamless client experience.

About The Role

As a Senior KYC Analyst, you will support client onboarding and ongoing due diligence activities across private and corporate client segments. Working closely with Commercial teams and key stakeholders, you will help ensure compliance with Swiss regulatory requirements and internal AML standards while contributing to high-quality KYC processes.

In This Role, You Will

• Work with both private and corporate clients across varying risk levels.
• Partner with stakeholders throughout the onboarding and review lifecycle.
• Support the development and maintenance of robust KYC and AML processes.
• Contribute to a strong financial crime prevention framework through quality assurance and regulatory expertise.

Responsibilities

• Support and conduct client onboarding activities in line with AML regulations, Swiss requirements, and internal policies.
• Perform ongoing due diligence reviews of existing clients and expedite potential AML or financial crime risks.
• Collaborate with Commercial teams and stakeholders to ensure efficient onboarding and review processes.
• Conduct quality checks of KYC assessments, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Identify quality gaps and recommend process improvements.
• Stay up to date on AML regulations, Swiss financial regulations, and industry developments.
• Participate in the review and enhancement of AML policies, procedures, and regulatory frameworks.
• Support knowledge-sharing and best-practice initiatives within the team.

Your Profile

We are looking for an experienced KYC professional who combines strong analytical skills with a proactive and quality-focused approach.

To Succeed In This Role, You Bring

• 4-5 years of experience in a KYC, CDD, or AML role within financial services.
• A relevant degree in Finance, Law, Business Administration, Compliance, Risk Management, or a related field.
• Strong knowledge of Swiss regulatory requirements and customer due diligence obligations.
• Understanding of customer ownership structures, beneficial ownership, and AML risks.
• Professional proficiency in German and English.
• Experience working with both private and corporate clients.
• Strong analytical skills and sound risk assessment capabilities.
• A detail-oriented and quality-driven mindset.
• The ability to collaborate effectively with stakeholders across the organisation.

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