Compliance Manager Monitoring– Associate-Director

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. • University degree in Law, Economics, or a related field – a certification in Compliance Management is a strong asset; • Significant experience (minimum 5–7 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.