Compliance Manager Monitoring– Associate-Directornew

Job Description

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 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.