Business Risk Manager (Due Diligence) – 100%

About the role

LGT Bank Switzerland, a private bank with around 800 employees, is looking for a full-time Business Risk Manager (f/m/d) in Zurich. The role acts as the first line of defence against money laundering, reputational and other business risks, supporting client prospecting and onboarding.

Key responsibilities

• Be the first point of contact for Relationship Managers on due diligence queries during client prospecting and onboarding, working closely with Compliance.
• Identify and assess money laundering, reputational and other business risks, and prepare written client risk assessments.
• Propose pragmatic, risk-appropriate controls and mitigation measures within the applicable regulatory framework.
• Advise and challenge internal stakeholders constructively, helping the bank grow sustainably and scalably.

Required profile

• 3-5 years of experience as a Business Risk Manager in the first line of defence (due diligence) and/or as a Compliance Officer at a Swiss bank, with experience in Latin America, Europe or EAM.
• Higher education such as a Master's in law or economics, and/or a due diligence (compliance) certification or sanctions diploma.
• Fluency in German and English, and Spanish or Portuguese.

Required skills

• Knowledge of international markets and the regulatory environment.
• Experience conducting background checks.
• Solution-oriented approach, balancing risk and commercial considerations and translating regulatory requirements into practical guidance.
• Analytical mindset, strong communication skills and ability to work under pressure in a collaborative environment.

Applications submitted through recruitment agencies will not be considered.