Junior Compliance Officer

Junior Compliance Officer

Client:

A well" established international trust and fiduciary services firm seeks a motivated and detail-oriented Junior Compliance Officer. The firm handles trust, corporate and client structures across multiple jurisdictions, offering trust, fiduciary and related services to a global client base.

Position:

Junior Compliance Officer " reporting to the Head of Compliance/Senior Compliance Officer. The role supports the compliance team in ensuring that the firm adheres to AML/CFT, KYC/CDD, and regulatory requirements, playing a crucial role in day-to-day compliance operations and client lifecycle management.

Key Tasks & Responsibilities:

• Support onboarding of new clients: review and verify client documentation, perform Client Due Diligence (CDD) and Know Your Customer (KYC) checks, ensure completeness and compliance with internal policies and regulatory requirements.
• Assist in periodic and ad" hoc client reviews and risk" profile updates (, when account type or risk classification changes).
• Monitor and screen clients and transactions (, sanctions, PEP status, transaction alerts) under supervision; raise issues where needed and document findings properly.
• Maintain compliance records, audit trails and internal documentation to support compliance reviews, investigations, audits and regulatory reporting.
• Support more senior staff in AML" related tasks, including assisting with investigations, escalations, remedial actions and preparation of compliance reports.
• Participate in compliance" related projects and help implement improvements to compliance policies, procedures and internal controls.

Profile:

• A degree in Law, Finance, Business Administration, Economics or equivalent " or relevant professional training.
• Either recent graduation or up to 1-3 years of relevant compliance/ AML/ KYC experience (, in a bank, fiduciary, trust company or financial services firm).
• High level of attention to detail, strong analytical skills, good sense of organisation and ability to work accurately under supervision.
• Good communication skills " both written and verbal " especially in English, as well as French.
• Integrity, discretion, and a strong commitment to confidentiality " essential for a fiduciary/trust environment handling sensitive client data.
• A collaborative mindset: ability to work as part of a team, support senior compliance staff, and liaise with other internal stakeholders ( client relations, operations).
• Already in possession of a valid work permit (frontalier status accepted).

Why Join:

• An opportunity to consolidate and grow a career in compliance/AML within a respected international trust and fiduciary firm " gaining exposure to trust" structured clients, cross" jurisdictional compliance, and a diverse clientele.
• On-the-job learning and mentorship by experienced compliance professionals" ideal for someone early in their career yet ambitious to build expertise.
• Real responsibility from day one " contributing meaningfully to client due diligence, risk mitigation and compliance operations " while being supported by a senior team.
• A professional environment that values integrity, confidentiality and continuous improvement in its compliance culture.
• Potential for personal and professional growth, as the firm expands and regulatory demands increase, offering a clear compliance" career path within a trust/fiduciary context.

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