Business Compliance Officer

Pictet is an investment-led service company, offering wealth management, asset management and related services. We are an independent investment partnership known for our long-term mindset, responsible approach to business and entrepreneurial spirit. These principles have defined us since 1805. For our clients, colleagues, and wider society, we always aim to do the right thing and honour our commitment to enduring quality.With more than CHF 686 billion in assets under management or custody as of December 31st 2023, Pictet is today one of the leading Europe-based independent wealth and asset managers.The Group is headquartered in Geneva, where its activities began, and employs more than 5000 employees. With 30 offices, it is also present in Amsterdam, Basel, Barcelona, ​​Brussels, Dubai, Frankfurt, Hong Kong, Lausanne, London, Luxembourg, Madrid, Milan, Monaco, Montreal, Munich, Nassau, Osaka, Paris, Rome, Shanghai, Singapore, Stuttgart, Taipei, Tel-Aviv, Tokyo, Turin, Verona, Shanghai, New York and Zurich. Your team   The Pictet Group is one of the world’s leading independent wealth and asset managers. Founded in 1805 and headquartered in Geneva, Switzerland, the Group is represented at 30 offices in financial centres worldwide, and currently employs over 5200 people. Pictet has been present since 1989 in Luxembourg, where it employs over 700 people.   FundPartner Solutions provides a full suite of fund administration and private label funds services. The global team of industry experts specialises in fund domiciliation, registration and governance, as well as risk compliance and investment management services.   Operations provide secure and efficient processing of Pictet’s banking transactions and investment funds. Our teams ensure all activities follow regulations and manage risks. By developing and maintaining a modern, robust infrastructure, we guarantee reliable, high-quality services for Pictet wealth management, asset management and real estate clients.   The Business Compliance Officer is primarily responsible, together with other department staff, for conducting activities related to the supervision of compliance with the company's anti-money laundering and anti-terrorist financing (AML) rules.   Your role   Preparing AML letters for internal and external Counterparties and assisting the TA and Domiciliation teams to fulfil UBO identification and reporting requirements. Being actively involved in reviewing the results from the screening tools (PEP, sanctions lists and transactions monitoring). Carrying out a set of quality controls, both on the activities of the Transfer Agent Department and those of the company's other departments involved in relationship-opening procedures. Adapting the company's procedures to bring them into line with regulatory developments in the field of AML and advice on the best practices. Being at ease with regulations and providing advice/assisting the staff on the regulatory implications of current and new regulations and changes to business. Producing and sending out different types of reports as part of the team’s activity. Taking part in different projects (business development as well as IT and organizational projects, etc.) that involve the team. Liaising internally in a timely and efficient manner with the other teams: work with business, serve as point of escalation and provide necessary support. Overseeing the adequate and effective implementation of the dedicated framework. Undertaking ad hoc thematic reviews or special requests.   Your profile   University degree in Economics, Law or Finance Min 2 years of experience in AML, compliance and investment fund industry or a similar role.  Good knowledge of Luxembourgish AML legislation (particularly related to the identification of UBOs). Good grasp of the various roles in the investment fund industry, and more particularly of the operating mechanisms of a management company, but also of a custodian bank, transfer agents, fund administration and the related regulatory framework. Excellent interpersonal skills. Demonstrate empathy and diplomacy. Critical thinking and intellectual curiosity. Able to work with autonomy. Strong analytical and synthesis skills. Complete proficiency in English.   Note   We will not accept any CVs from agencies. In accordance with the provisions of the Luxembourg law of 23 July 2016 amending the law of 29 March 2013, candidates may be required to provide an extract from their criminal record. This document, issued by the authorities, must not be older than three months. Such a document will be requested with the aim of carrying out a character check on candidates, bearing in mind the area of activity of our establishment and, more particularly, the tasks described in the job description.   Flexible and modern ways of working   As a responsible and supportive employer, we promote the well-being of our employees through a set of flexible working arrangements, ranging from a work-from-home policy for eligible functions to opportunities for annualised part-time leave and extended parental leave.   Diversity & Inclusion Pictet is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating a diverse environment. We respect all individuals and seek their inclusion in the workplace.