Head of Compliance (Full‑time, f/m/d)

About the role

We are looking for an experienced Head of Compliance to lead our bank's Compliance Department. The role is responsible for establishing and maintaining a robust compliance framework covering AML, KYC, sanctions and other regulatory requirements, while fostering a strong compliance culture across the organization.

Key responsibilities

• Supervise and coach the Senior Compliance team.
• Enforce AML regulations and standards, manage account opening, due‑diligence, and account closure processes.
• Allocate risk classifications, maintain client and country risk rating systems.
• Handle AML, sanctions, embargo and market conduct alerts; keep the AML monitoring system up to date.
• Oversee sanctions and PEP screening, implement required actions.
• Conduct the annual Compliance Risk Assessment and update the Compliance Risk Appetite Statement.
• Develop and maintain compliance policies, procedures and regulatory frameworks.
• Report compliance matters and key risk indicators to the Executive Board and Board of Directors.
• Lead KYC/AML training sessions for employees.
• Participate in bank‑wide working groups and support new business initiatives.

Required profile

• In‑depth knowledge of AML, KYC and sanctions regulations (e.g., AMLA, AMLO, AML‑CFT).
• Proven experience supervising compliance teams in a banking environment.
• Strong analytical skills and ability to assess conflicts of interest and outside business interests.
• Excellent communication skills for internal and external stakeholder engagement.

Required skills