Regulatory Compliance Officer - Corporate & Institutional Banking

• Assist the HBCH Chief Risk & Compliance Officer (CRCO) in carrying out the mandate of the Compliance function and Regulatory Compliance in particular
• Conduct regulatory advisory activity supporting the Corporate and Institutional business in Switzerland
• Provide stewardship to the First Line of Defence on Regulatory Compliance risks, local and foreign regulatory requirements & developments with regards to the ongoing and prospective business activities, transformation initiatives or other projects
• Work closely with other departments and functions, active engagement and participation through various forums and by contributing to training, broadcasts and other communication initiatives on important Regulatory Compliance topics
• Assist the HBCH CRCO in ensuring that Branch and HSBC Group initiatives, and specifically those concerning the Compliance and Risk function, are properly addressed and rolled out in HBCH
• Engage and undertake advisory, oversight of regulatory related activity and developments, including: Regulatory Change Implementation, Conflicts of Interest, Cross border marketing, Market Abuse / Handling of Non-Public Information, Disclosures, Risk Stewardship
• Understand of technicalities of products and services offered by HBCH
• Identifying Regulatory Compliance risks in all services and products offered by HBCH
• Understand the impact of compliance issues throughout HBCH
• Business oriented approach, foster and maintain an attitude of ‘can do’ Compliance
• Raise awareness of Compliance responsibilities within the First Line of Defence of HBCH
• Maintain and improve standards of compliance in a rapidly growing and diversifying business
• Keep abreast of all regulatory development and anticipate changes in order to ensure full compliance at all times

• Degree in law or equivalent university degree preferred
• Good understanding of Corporate Banking business, products, services and regulatory matters and initiatives affecting the industry
• Good knowledge Swiss law and regulations, FINMA Circulars, applicable foreign law, and HSBC internal guidelines and policies
• Solid and proven practical experience gained in the financial / banking sector or legal / compliance area
• Good communication skills
• Strong analytical skills
• Service-oriented attitude with ability to provide practical advice and solutions to meet business needs
• Able to work independently and autonomously, while also being an excellent team player
• Ability to meet tight deadlines and work under pressure
• Fluency in English, both written and spoken. Proficiency in French and / or German an advantage
• Computer literacy required, with skills in all MS software (Word, Powerpoint, and Excel) and other applications
• 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

Proficiency in French and / or German an advantage

• Health & meal allowance, public transport or (e-)bike allowance
• 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
• 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
• Opportunities to work internationally
• Employee Resource Groups that bring together colleagues with shared characteristics and common interests