Head Financial Crime Compliance (f/m/d) at LGT Bank Switzerland AG

LGT is the world’s largest family-owned and managed Private Banking and Asset Management Group. For more than 100 years it has been fully owned and managed by the Princely House of Liechtenstein, which is also one of our biggest clients.
With around 800 employees, LGT Bank Switzerland has established itself as a renowned Swiss private bank and is an excellent address for both wealthy private clients and employees - this was also confirmed last year by the independent institute "Great Place To Work", which awarded LGT Bank Switzerland the title of one of the best employers in Switzerland.

Job Description

In this key role, you will lead the Financial Crime Compliance department and, together with your team, be responsible for preventing and combating financial crime in international banking. You will assure a sound financial crime Compliance framework at LGT and continually drive the development of said standards. Your leadership and dedication will help advance the organization and ensure the successful implementation of complex processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead and further develop a team of approximately 25 professionals based in Zurich and Geneva

• Ensure compliance with legal requirements and internal standards (e.g., AML, sanctions regulations)

• Monitor regulatory developments and implement new requirements

• Conduct risk analyses, report findings, and present results and potential measures to executive management

• Oversee the review, approval, and monitoring of client relationships, particularly those with increased risk (including PEPs)

• Manage investigations of unusual activities and collaborate with internal/external audit bodies and authorities (MLRO function)

• Further develop processes and tools and contribute to digitalization initiatives

• Coordinate compliance projects and deliver awareness and training programs within the team and across the organization

Requirements

• At least 10 years of experience in compliance, with a focus on anti-money laundering, sanctions, and CDB

• Minimum of 5 years of leadership experience, ideally in an international context

• University degree in law or economics, or a relevant qualification in compliance or risk management

• Excellent German and English skills; additional languages are an asset

• Proficient in digital compliance, monitoring, and analytics tools

• Strong communication skills, intercultural competence, and the ability to act confidently at all organizational levels

• Collaborative, decisive personality with high integrity, resilience, and strong analytical skills

• Willingness to continuously develop and openness to innovative solutions

Please note that we cannot consider applications via recruitment agencies for this position.

Contact Information

For further information please do not hesitate to contact us.

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