Risk and Compliance Lead - Strategic Partner

A distinguished Swiss private bank known for combining tradition with innovation, where relationships and trust are at the heart of everything. The bank is recognized for its people-first culture, award-winning workplace, and commitment to excellence in private banking. Its approach emphasizes human-centered service, collaboration, and forward-thinking solutions, making it a place where professionals can thrive and make a real impact.

Are you a senior Risk & Compliance professional from Swiss private banking with cross-functional or transformation experience? This could be an amazing new challenge, as well as a broad and fulfilling position. In this Chief-of-Staff-type role, you will play a pivotal part in the Risk Department, reporting to the Chief Risk Officer and driving operational excellence, strategic initiatives, and transformation projects.

• Support the Chief Risk Officer in strategic planning and departmental governance.
• Coordinate with internal/external auditors, regulators, and business teams.
• Conduct ad hoc risk analyses to support business decisions.
• Supervise reporting, KPIs, and internal controls, ensuring clarity and actionable insights.

• Contribute to departmental improvement initiatives: processes, organization, and tools.
• Support adoption of digital tools, automation, or AI in a pragmatic, secure, and compliant way.
• Act as a liaison with IT and business users for departmental systems and applications.

• University degree in finance, economics, law, management, or related field; postgraduate qualification in Risk/Compliance/Governance desirable.
• Around 8-10+ years of senior Risk & Compliance experience in Swiss private banking, with exposure to cross-functional initiatives, transformation projects, or strategic business partnering.
• Strong understanding of regulatory frameworks, audits, and risk reporting - FINMA regulations.
• Leadership skills with ability to partner with senior management and business teams.
• Experience in process review, operational controls, and KPI reporting.
• Comfortable in complex, regulated, and evolving environments.
• Mother-tongue or bilingual French, fluent English.
• Swiss residents with valid work permits only.

• Exposure to IT applications, digital tools, or data management in Risk & Compliance.
• Experience in transformation projects, process automation, or AI integration.
• PMO, business analyst, or continuous improvement certifications (PMP, CAPM, Lean).

Join a private bank that values human-centered banking, where relationships matter and every employee's voice counts. Thrive in a collaborative, entrepreneurial environment committed to diversity, inclusion, and professional growth. Here, your development ensures better service for clients and a fulfilling workplace experience.