Head of Business Controls - Wealth Management

Head of Business Controls - Wealth Management

• Business line Wealth Management
• Location Geneva
• Contract CDI - Permanent Contract
• Published 05 Sep 2025

Company Description

Joining Mirabaud, means entering an entrepreneurial and innovative environment. With the 7th generation of the Mirabaud family working within the bank, the culture is that of a family business. With over 750 employees based in 10 countries worldwide, Mirabaud offers opportunities to develop one’s career across an international network of 14 offices.

Job Description

The Head of Business Control is critical role in definition, maintenance and reporting on the Internal Control System (ICS) at Bank & Group level.

• Design, implement and further develop Mirabaud ICS Approach and technical management of ICS governance within the bank's risk management department (second line of defense).
• Be the main point of contact for specialist departments, internal and external auditors for the Mirabaud ICS Approach.
• Ensure an adequate set of rules (policies/directives), including a clear definition of the various roles and responsibilities within the Mirabaud ICS Approach.
• Conduct the annual risk and control self-assessment of the specialist departments, including the associated quality assurance and monitoring of the action plans/measures resulting from the RCSA.
• Independent monitoring of the process-inherent ICS, particularly with regard to the appropriateness and effectiveness of the key controls implemented (implementation and documentation of design and operating effectiveness).
• Define, coordinate and monitor the implementation of ICS principles at group level in the group companies in close cooperation with our subsidiaries.
• Prepare periodic reporting at bank and group level to senior management and the relevant committees (Risk Committee / Executive Committee / Board)

Qualifications

• Successfully completed university degree with relevant focus (finance/banking/ETH)
• Additional training/further education in risk management/internal control systems is an advantage
• Several years of practical experience working in second line of defense and/or audit/consulting in the area of ICS
• Experience in designing and managing an internal control system within a bank
• Extensive knowledge of regulatory requirements relating to internal control systems and risk management in banks
• Proficient in MS Office products (especially Excel and PowerPoint).
• Very good written and spoken French and English. Additional languages are an advantage.
• Experience in the technical management of small teams and a high degree of initiative and creativity
• Structured approach and strong implementation skills, as well as the necessary flexibility
• Confident, targeted and persuasive communication at various levels and with different stakeholders (from experts to senior management)

Additional Information

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• Family-friendly and dynamic environment;
• Direct impact on the business, no matter your position or seniority;
• Work in an environment that encourages autonomy and entrepreneurship;
• Flexible working arrangements to help you achieve a better work-life balance;
• Variety of cultural and sporting activities during your free time;
• Inclusion and equal treatment;
• Various employee benefits & family friendly benefits.

Notes:

• Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Many thanks for your understanding.
• We will not accept any CVs from agencies.