1LoD Controls Specialist - limited to 12 months

For our department «Risk Management & Governance» within the «Private Clients» segment in Zurich, we are immediately looking for a 1LoD Controls Specialist. An exciting position with the opportunity to deepen existing wealth management experience in various risk management areas, especially AML/KYC, cross-border, and investor protection (MIFID II/ FIDLEG). The position offers a great opportunity to develop further in a dynamic environment and actively contribute to risk control and governance in Private Clients.

What is the content of the role?

Taking responsibility for planning and conducting 1LoD controls and reviews within the client segment Private Clients

Communicating control results to representatives of the front organization

Ensuring effective and recipient-appropriate reporting activities to Private Clients management

Contributing to the further development and ensuring effective control governance for Vontobel’s international activities in the Private Clients area

Coordinating and working closely with internal and external stakeholders, such as Private Clients Front, Compliance, Non-Financial Risk, and Audit

Supporting the Risk Management & Governance leadership and working closely with the front organization as a specialist unit for conducting 1LoD controls

What are the requirements?

Completed university or university of applied sciences degree or equivalent banking professional training and education

Professional experience in business risk management in the banking sector, preferably from a «First Line of Defense» function in the wealth management environment

Good knowledge of the (front) core processes of a bank as well as regulatory issues such as AML/KYC, cross-border, investor protection (MIFID II, FIDLEG), etc.

Specific expertise regarding operational risks, key risk indicators, and testing and documenting controls

Proactive, committed, resilient, and flexible person with confident appearance, excellent communication skills, and a healthy assertiveness

Excellent knowledge of German and English (spoken and written)

What do we offer?

Prime location in Zurich

Training opportunities and mentoring to support your development.

State-of-the-art technology for your success and career.

Agile working environment reflected in our thinking, working methods, and mutual trust.

Flat hierarchies and collaboration at all levels.

Shared team spirit.

At Vontobel, you shape a better future – for our clients, society, and yourself. As a family-run, publicly listed company with over 2,000 employees at 28 locations worldwide and headquarters in Zurich, we focus on long-term thinking and sustainability.

Our diverse team values different perspectives, and we are looking for people who want to make a difference in a dynamic and changing world. Even if you do not meet all criteria, we look forward to your application if you are enthusiastic about the position.

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