Compliance Advisor 80- 100%

Being part of HSBC in Switzerland, you’ll help evolve and grow our business.

The HSBC Bank plc, Zurich branch, provides banking services to a portfolio of large corporate customers.

The Compliance Advisor will support on all Financial Crime Compliance (FCC) and Regulatory Compliance (RC) matters impacting the HBCH business.

This includes AML / KYC advisory, Regulatory Compliance advisory (outsourcing, conduct, complaint management, etc), transaction monitoring, review and approval of high risk customers, issues management and project support on FCC and RC change programmes.

Are you interested ? Do you have an advanced understanding of Commercial Banking business ? Do you enjoy to be part of a cohesive team ?

If you answered yes to any of these questions, we want to hear from you

What you will do: 

• The jobholder has to manage key accountabilities in a regulatory environment which is increasingly demanding, complex and challenging,
• Operate with minimal supervision in a fast paced environment
• Efficiently and regularly cooperate with the Front office and other stakeholders in order to spread Compliance culture, enforce Compliance requirements and respect the Front office business objectives according to the FCC risk appetite framework of the Group and the Bank,
• Perform at all times an adequate follow-up of the tasks in order to escalate potential issues in a timely manner.

In this role you will:

• Advice and guidance to the business on HSBC Group Policy and local regulatory requirements. This includes Anti Money Laundering, Terrorist Financing, Sanctions and Prohibitions, Anti Bribery and Corruption and other applicable regulatory requirements impacting business operations,
• Provide advice on new regulatory developments and related policy updates,
• Support implementation and embedding of policies, procedures and controls,
• Provide advice to management in respect of new products and services, or variations to existing products and services,
• Provide appropriate compliance training to the business where required,
• Discharge the accountabilities set out in the HSBC Global Risk FIM.

• Proven knowledge of and experience in applying legal and regulatory compliance requirements,
• Advanced understanding of Commercial Banking business with practical experience in Compliance, Audit or Operational Risk area, Legal background is an asset,
• Team player who can build relationships within a small team and outside the Compliance function,
• Organizational skills,
• Analytical, well-informed and creative approach to problem-solving ability to work independently and to the highest level of accuracy and accountability,
• Computer and IT systems literate, strong communication and writing skills,
• Ability to work under pressure and independently with minimal supervision,
• Good communicator with strong inter-personal skills,
• Fluent in English (written and spoken). Knowledge of German and French are preferred, further language skills are a plus.
• Due to immigration restrictions in Switzerland we will only be able to consider applications from Swiss or EU citizens or from candidates holding a valid Swiss work perm

Even if you feel you do not meet 100% of our qualifications, we encourage you to apply, if you believe this role is right for you.

What you’ll get in return:

Not only is HSBC a great place to work, but we also offer the following unique and exciting opportunities and benefits:

• We’ll help you progress your career, including access to development programmes, mentoring and coaching, as well as world-class training through HSBC University.
• You can work your way and will have a say in when, where and how you and your team flexibly work together.

Our benefits will give you financial security, and can include:

• Health & meal allowance, public transport or (e-)bike allowance
• Our family-focused benefits can help you to support your loved ones and include: days off for key events (weddings, moving house, adoption). A one-time marriage or registering of a "Civil Partnership" grant. One-time premium for birth or adoption, as "gift" or "voucher. 4 weeks’ paternity leave & 26 weeks’ maternity leave
• Emergency Childcare with the Red Cross, free of charges for HSBC employees.
• Purchased holidays scheme, unpaid leave, sabbatical, Volunteering Leave,
• Accident insurance (private coverage) paid by the Employer, attractive Pension Scheme

We’ll give you a huge range of resources that support your mental, physical and social well-being, including:

• Various sports and leisure activities organised by the employees for the employees.
• The Bank offers to the employees and their family members specialised free, confidential service to help them deal with any personal problems – either at work or at home. Unlimited telephone consultations services available 24/7.
• You’ll have opportunities to work internationally - this can be your place to start and branch out to anywhere we have offices
• You’ll be able to join our Employee Resource Groups that bring together colleagues with shared characteristics and common interests.

At HSBC, our purpose is opening up a world of opportunity and by joining our team, you can be part of something bigger. We are committed to removing barriers and ensuring careers at HSBC are inclusive and accessible.

As a business operating in markets all around the world, we believe diversity brings benefits for our customers, our business and our people. This is why HSBC is committed to being an inclusive employer and encourages applications from all suitably qualified applicants irrespective of ethnicity, religion, age, physical or mental disability/long term health condition, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information (including characteristics and testing), military and veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by local law in the jurisdictions in which we operate. Within the work place you will have access to various employee resource groups which aim to promote and achieve a healthy work / life balance and support our diversity ambitions. HSBC has in place processes in order to avoid nepotism, which means to avoid creating circumstances in which the appearance or possibility of conflicts of interest may exist within the hiring process.

HSBC is a signatory company of the Advance Charter. This Charter is a commitment towards gender equality in business and hence a workplace environment that supports a fair and balanced approach to hiring, remunerating, promoting and retaining female talent.

Being open to different points of view is important for our business and the communities we serve. At HSBC, we’re dedicated to creating diverse and inclusive workplaces - no matter their gender, ethnicity, disability, religion, sexual orientation, or age. We are committed to removing barriers and ensuring careers at HSBC are inclusive and accessible for everyone to be at their best.
 
If you have a need that requires accommodations or changes during the recruitment process, please let us know.

HSBC is committed to building a culture where all employees are valued, respected and opinions count. We take pride in providing a workplace that fosters continuous professional development, flexible working and opportunities to grow within an inclusive and diverse environment. Personal data held by the Bank relating to employment applications will be used in accordance with our Privacy Statement, which is available on our website.

Within HSBC in Switzerland all internal candidates from Group and external applicants are required (subject to local laws), to pass satisfactorily a series of additional checks both as part of the application process and, if successfully recruited into the role. The Group reserves its position with regard to any steps which it may take in relation to any material adverse findings which arise either when the checks are first carried out as part of this recruitment exercise, and/or if relevant, on an ongoing basis.

For further information on building your career at HSBC, please visit:  www.hsbc.com/careers