Consultant - AML/KYC Compliance - Legal Services (Zurich/Geneva)

At EY, we’re all in to shape your future with confidence.We’ll help you succeed in a globally connected powerhouse of diverse teams and take your career wherever you want it to go.Join EY and help to build a better working world.The opportunityOur Legal & Financial Services, Regulatory & Compliance Practice is active nationally and internationally in all relevant areas of commercial law. We focus on the financial services industry and support our clients in the whole variety of legal and regulatory issues. Interesting topics are waiting for you from day one.Embark on your next journey and join our unique Legal & Financial Services practice in Geneva or Zurich to help our client solve exciting problems on a daily basis! This opportunity is for a 12-month fixed-term contract, with the possibility of extension.Your Key ResponsibilitiesExciting project work at the interface between business, law and technologyProcessing of complex legal and compliance issues for national and international customers in the field of financial servicesInterdisciplinary cooperation in a dynamic and varied work environment at the pulse of our customersDirect interaction with clients Skills And Attributes For SuccessA master's degree in law or similar qualification; admission to the bar and/or further education such as dissertation/LL.M. is a plus2 to 5 years proven working knowledge of AML, regulatory compliance and controls within the Swiss Private Banking or Financial Services industryKnowledge of EUNINT and/or MENA markets specifies from a KYC/KYT perspectiveExperienced in due diligence activities (screening and researches)AML certifications (i.e.: ACAMS or Vision Compliance or similar)Experienced in due diligence activities (screening and researches)Experienced in roles involving client-facing activities (i.e.: meetings)Skilled IT user with a capacity to adapt to new or complex tools and use efficiently all usual software suit (Excel, Word, Access, Outlook, etc)Excellent communication skills with a can-do and problem-solving attitudeAt ease under pressure and demonstrating good resilienceStrong teamwork initiative and ability to work professionally with all levels of staff and managementAn excellent level of and English and French; Arabic, Greek or Hebrew language is considered as a plusWhat We Offer YouAt EY, we’ll develop you with future-focused skills and equip you with world-class experiences. We’ll empower you in a flexible environment, and fuel you and your extraordinary talents in a diverse and inclusive culture of globally connected teams. Learn more.Click here to find out more about our benefits and corporate social responsibility.Are you ready to shape your future with confidence? Apply today.To help create an equitable and inclusive experience during the recruitment process, please inform us as soon as possible about any disability-related adjustments or accommodation you may need.EY | Building a better working world EY is building a better working world by creating new value for clients, people, society and the planet, while building trust in capital markets.Enabled by data, AI and advanced technology, EY teams help clients shape the future with confidence and develop answers for the most pressing issues of today and tomorrow.EY teams work across a full spectrum of services in assurance, consulting, tax, strategy and transactions. Fueled by sector insights, a globally connected, multi-disciplinary network and diverse ecosystem partners, EY teams can provide services in more than 150 countries and territories.