Head of Compliance - Geneve, Schweiz - TMF Group

Beschreibung

Job no: 571444


Work type:
Full time


Location:
Geneva, Switzerland


Categories:
Administration


Office Location:
Geneva


About TMF Group
TMF Group is a leading provider of critical administrative services, helping clients invest and operate safely around the world.

Our 9,100 experts and 120 offices in 85 jurisdictions worldwide serve corporates, financial institutions, asset managers, private clients and family offices, providing the combination of accounting, tax, payroll, fund administration, compliance and entity management services essential to global business success.

Key Responsibilities

• Produce and maintain appropriate policies and procedures and ensure that they are in accordance with Swiss regulatory requirements regarding AML, as well as TMF Group Policies
• Ensure AML risk management, including the creation of new and review of existing policies and procedures for TMF's business, so that any regulatory or administrative deficiencies may be identified and addressed accordingly
• Advise the Board on AMLmatters and AML risk management and escalating to the MD any specific issue that requires special attention
• Ensure all Employees required to attend mandatory and regulatory training do so and ensure complementary training where needed, document all training, attendance and supporting documentation for providing to OSIF and the AMLauditor
• Ensure efficient and effective procedures and processes to support the day to day business of the Company _including client due diligence_
• Issue regular reports to the Board and TMF Group on the assessment of AML and compliancework and the potential risks identified
• Develop, implement and supervise proper IT tools for AML support, including transaction monitoring, identification and followup processes for highrisk relationships, review of assets and change in business for Client Entities
• Identify and manage suspected, presumed or actual money laundering cases, and suggest appropriate action to the Board for (i) requesting clarification and proof from the Client or (ii) reporting to the MROS if required
• Act as the AML responsible officer for TMF for exchange of information with the AML auditors, ARIF, public authorities and TMF Group on compliance matters and develop enhanced relationships with them
• Ensure that KYC files and records (hard / soft copies) are kept properly, including the holding of an uptodate AMLregister ("AML Register")
• Lead Compliance and ensure that staff resources are sufficient and qualified to organize its activity, and ensure that a deputy is appointed
• Enhance the compliance culture within TMF and assist in the development and implementation of high standards of AMLmonitoring
• Control sanctions and embargos lists and Financial Action Task Force ('FATF') noncooperative countries
• Supervise the implementation and ongoing maintenance of the Data Processing Register the Company
• Supervise the internal and external audit processes and report any potential risks to be mitigated (ISO, ISAE, AML audits, Business Continuity, TMF internal audits, etc.)

Key Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Legal, Finance, Accounting, Risk Management, or a related field. A Master's degree or relevant professional certifications (e.g., FRM, CFA, CISA) will be advantageous
• Proven experience (typically 10+ years) in working with local regulator (FINMA), AML regulations, risk management, internal control, or audit functions within the financial services industry
• Strong knowledge of financial services regulations, industry standards, and best practices
• Familiarity with risk assessment methodologies, control frameworks, and incident management processes
• Exceptional analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data and identify trends and patterns
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, capable of effectively engaging with stakeholders at all levels
• Fluent communication in English (written and spoken), French/German skills are considered an asset
• Proactive mindset, with the ability to anticipate potential risks and devise appropriate risk mitigation strategies
• Ability to work in a fastpaced, dynamic environment and manage multiple priorities simultaneously
• Sound judgment and problemsolving abilities to make informed decisions under pressure

What's in it for you?
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Excellent working conditions:good work-life balance, salary indication above market level.
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Value-driven work environment: you can expect integrity and respect from all your colleagues and your leadership team.
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Teamwork:an environment where we learn from our mistakes and work together to improve our processes continuously. A no-blame culture where teamwork is important valued and lived daily.
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Ambition:we are a growing company in which we constantly look for the next opportunity and where all ideas are welcome.

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