Financial Crime Operations Specialist 80-100%

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

As a Financial Crime Operations Specialist, it is anticipated that the nature and scope of transaction monitoring will be predicated upon the information discovered during the analysis. In consequence, it is expected that the Specialist will possess sufficient knowledge and experiential skills to decide the extent and parameters of his analysis with minimal supervision.

Are you interested ? Do you have a strong understanding of Private banking activity ? 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:

Review and investigate systematic Anti-Money-Laundering (AML) alerts generated from the AML transaction monitoring system to define if transactions occurring are valid Anti-Money Laundering risks. Perform research taking into account various FCC risk factors and indicators to define if the alert/case needs to be escalated. Oversee assist and support junior investigators in conducting Transaction Monitoring investigations and help them to develop AML approach to anticipate the risk inherent to FCC Operations activities. Actively assist FCC Operations Manager in participating in key projects impacting the department.

In this role you will:

• Conduct initial analysis of customer transactions using internal/external research tools in order to asses and define if financial crime risks can be identified which require further investigation or escalation.
• Identification of unusual transactions, non-compliant activity or increased compliance risk.
• Accurately document rationale and evidence for case closure or escalation as appropriate.
• Undertake prompt closure of eligible alerts not deemed as unusual or in line with clients’ profile.
• Define if additional enquiries are required and escalate as appropriate for non/low quality responses.
• Preparation of customer transaction analysis summaries on request.
• Undertake sanctions and adverse information screening.
• Ensure that investigations undertaken adhere to the HSBC’s Global Standards, Policies and Procedures.
• Process requests from other departments as required.
• To assist the Head of Financial Crime Compliance Operations on special projects.

Requirements:

• Degree level – Preferably in Law, Banking or Business Administration.
• Awareness of Swiss rules and guidelines, as well as applicable foreign laws.
• Understanding of Private Banking activity, including comprehension of Securities, Trust Structures, Corporate Structures .
• Analytical, well-informed and creative approach to problem-solving ability to work autonomously and to the highest level of accuracy and accountability.
• Computer and IT systems literate, good communication and writing skills.
• Ability to work under stress and time pressure.
• Fluent in English (both written and spoken) is a prerequisite, German/French and every additional language is a plus.
• Previous background in Compliance, Banking, Audit or other Regulatory or Risk Functions related work..
• Further, training and understanding of forensic report writing, either in Banking environment or similar organisation would be preferred..
• Able to work individually as well as in a team, under pressure and take responsibilities.
• Internal certification requirements are applicable to the Transaction Monitoring Compliance Officer role.
• 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 permit.

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