Senior Compliance Officer - Group Compliance 80-100%

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Interested in exploring the world of Group Compliance? Curious about working in a stimulating and challenging environment of a multinational company? We are looking for a talent with a positive can-do attitude who is able to think "out of the box”.

Apply for this exciting position in Zurich’s Group Compliance department and become the Senior Compliance Officer for Zurich Global Employee Benefits Solutions (ZGEBS), based in Zurich, Switzerland. Zurich Global Employee Benefits Solutions (ZGEBS) helps multinational companies optimise and finance their global employee benefit programmes through innovative risk management, pooling, captive and international insurance solutions. The Senior Compliance Officer will report to the Head of Financial Crime, and will have a matrix reporting line into the CEO of ZGEBS.

In addition, you will support the Head of Financial Crime in key areas including Anti-Money Laundering (AML), Sanctions, Bribery & Corruption, and Automatic Exchange of Information (AEI), in close collaboration with many team members in a truly international environment.

This role provides a great opportunity to collaborate closely with many experts, while being empowered to bring in and present own ideas.

As a trusted advisor, you will combine subject-matter expertise with sound judgment, curiosity, adaptability and a collaborative mindset, translating regulatory and ethical requirements into practical, business-relevant solutions.

Zurich Global Employee Benefits Solutions is responsible for:

• Pooling Solutions and Captive Services (formerly part of International Group Risk Solutions)
• International Programs, encompassing Group Life, Disability and Accident (known internally as International Programs for Employees)
• This is done for multinational companies which are generally defined as having at least 3000 employees in at least two countries.

What you will do

• You will become the Senior Compliance Officer of ZGEBS. As such, you will be in charge of:
• Maintaining an adequate compliance organization.
• Promoting a compliance culture through regular communication with the CLP leadership team, as well as encouraging management to discuss compliance topics.
• Conducting compliance risk assessments in coordination with regulatory requirements and internal guidelines.
• Identifying external compliance requirements and trends together with legal.
• Implementing of compliance policies of the Zurich Group and local compliance policies.
• Training and communication with management, if necessary.
• Monitoring and control of adherence to compliance policies
• Drafting and submission of reports to the management Committee and other governance bodies with analyses and necessary measures, as well as confirmation of their implementation.
• Providing expert compliance advice, guidance and input on matters such as sanctions, data privacy, ABC, and other compliance risks that may impact the operations of ZGEBS.
• Managing relationships with other assurance functions, including Legal, Risk and Audit, to ensure a cohesive approach to compliance and risk management, also in relation to the overarching Group Re team.
• Participating or leading other projects and initiatives that align with the requirements of ZGEBS.
• In addition, you will support the Head of Financial Crime in areas such as AML, Trade & Economic Sanctions, ABC, as well as in his role as Compliance Partner for Life, Health and Bank Distribution.

What you bring

• At least 10 years of relevant professional experience in control functions (Compliance, Internal Audit, Risk, Legal or other internal control and governance function)
• Strong background in relevant laws & regulations as well as industry standards
• Strong analytical skills with economics/finance/business administration/law and background, preferably with a Master’s degree in one of these fields
• Ability to deliver effective management information and reporting
• Demonstrated learning agility, intellectual curiosity and openness to new technologies, ways of working and evolving regulatory expectations
• Strong collaboration, communication and influencing skills, with the ability to build trusted relationships and work effectively across functions, cultures and levels of seniority
• Ability to prioritize effectively, navigate complexity and use digital collaboration tools confidently in a dynamic international environment
• Strong interpersonal skills to deal with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders, in particular credibility and capability to work closely with senior management
• Ability to cope efficiently with multi-task situations and to work independently
• Strong presentation and communication skills
• Good command of MS applications (Power Point, Excel, Word, Outlook) and sharing platforms (SharePoint, MS 365)
• Knowledge of software applications, such as, MS Access and MS Project
• Fluent written and spoken English is essential

You belong here.

Imagine working in one of the world’s most sustainable workplaces. At Quai Zurich Campus , you’ll enjoy an environment designed to help you thrive, with benefits that support your well-being and impact, and opportunities to perform at your best, surrounded by top talent and supportive colleagues.

You’ll have access to healthy food options, fitness facilities, and bright, collaborative spaces that spark creativity. Located in the heart of Zurich on the shores of Lake Zurich, the campus offers excellent public transportation links, making your commute simple.

Grow with us through access to learning resources, on-the-job development, and continuous empowerment and support. Be part of a team that is creating a brighter future together.

About Us

Zurich is a leading multi-line insurer, serving over 82 million customers in more than 200 countries and territories with more than 65,000 employees.

For over 150 years, Zurich has been transforming insurance – offering not just protection, but also prevention services that promote well-being and climate resilience.

Guided by our purpose to ‘create a brighter future together,’ we aim to be one of the most responsible and impactful businesses in the world.

We look forward to receiving your online application today!

Information for recruitment agencies

Zurich does not accept any applications from recruitment agencies for this position. We refuse any responsibility for unsolicited applications, as well as any associated fees.

Why Zurich

At Zurich, we like to think outside the box and challenge the status quo. We take an optimistic approach by focusing on the positives and constantly asking What can go right?

We are an equal opportunity employer who knows that each employee is unique - that’s what makes our team so great!
Join us as we constantly explore new ways to protect our customers and the planet .

• Location(s): CH - Zürich
• Remote working: Hybrid
• Schedule: Full Time
• Recruiter name: Grace Cunningham