As an Associate-Director in the Compliance department you will be in charge of one of the Monitoring team. Reporting directly to the Head AML Transaction Monitoring- Vice-Director you will be in charge of the supervision of the operational activities and the people management in accordance with your senior management.
Key responsibilities
Operations management:
Lead and manage the Compliance Monitoring team including task coordination performance management and professional development of team members;
Oversee compliance and AML reviews of crypto currency transfers ensuring timely and accurate analysis of higher-risk transactions;
Oversee compliance and AML reviews of cash securities and crypto currency transfers made by Financial Institutions ensuring timely and accurate analysis of higher-risk transactions;
Supervise the handling of sanctions alerts providing escalation and final validation as needed;
Supervise the investigation on potentially suspicious clients;
Drive the optimization of internal procedures including drafting reviewing and updating internal policies and guidelines;
Represent Compliance in key regulatory and strategic projects ensuring the monitoring function is embedded in business initiatives;
Act as a trusted advisor to senior management and front-line teams offering clear and pragmatic compliance guidance.
Team Management:
Leading and supporting the Monitoring team:
Fostering a positive work atmosphere where employees feel motivated valued and connected to the team and the organization;
Promoting collaboration trust and cohesion among team members;
Addressing any potential conflicts among team members to your senior management and/or HR Partner;
Supporting employee growth through training mentorship coaching and advancement opportunities.
Hiring:
Leading the recruitment process with your Talent Acquisition Partner;
Ensuring new hires are properly introduced to the team the organization its culture policies and their specific roles.
Performance Management: Setting performance expectations providing feedback conducting performance reviews and addressing any performance issues.
Conducting under performance process with the help of your Senior Management and HR Partner.
Qualifications :
University degree in Law Economics or a related field a certification in Compliance Management is a strong asset;
Significant experience (minimum 57 years) in a Compliance function within the financial industry with proven leadership and team management skills;
Fluent in English and French; German is a strong asset;
Strong analytical mindset and structured methodical approach;
Excellent communication interpersonal and decision-making skills;
Collaborative leader comfortable working in a multicultural dynamic and tech-driven environment.