Compliance Officer – Zurich

About the role

The Compliance Officer will lead G‑20 Group’s compliance function across its regulated entities in Switzerland, the BVI and the Cayman Islands. This on‑site, full‑time or part‑time position requires deep regulatory expertise and close interaction with senior leadership.

Key responsibilities

• Own and maintain the group‑wide compliance framework, including AML/CFT policies, conflict‑of‑interest policies, outsourcing governance and record‑keeping standards.
• Manage regulatory relationships with FINMA, VQF, BVI FSC and other supervisors, including audit preparation, filings and change notifications.
• Design and execute the annual compliance monitoring and testing plan for all entities and present reports to the Board.
• Oversee third‑party compliance relationships and support cybersecurity governance as part of the compliance framework.

Required profile

• 4+ years of compliance experience in regulated financial services, with direct MLRO or CO responsibility.
• Hands‑on experience with Swiss AML obligations (GwG), FinIA, FinSA and VQF SRO audit processes.
• Strong academic background in Law, Business or a related field from a leading university.
• Excellent written and verbal communication in English; German strongly preferred.

Required skills

• AML/CFT policy development and transaction monitoring.
• KYC/CDD documentation, beneficial ownership and sanctions screening.
• FINMA and VQF reporting, audit preparation and supervisory interaction.
• Regulatory risk assessment and SAR management.