Financial Crime Operations Expert (ID: 0000LJ0U)

Being part of HSBC in Switzerland, you’ll help evolve and grow our business.
As a Transaction Monitoring Compliance Officer, 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 Officer 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 experience in Compliance, Banking, Audit or other
Regulatory or Risk Functions related work.? 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 determine if transactions occurring are valid Anti-
Money Laundering risks.
Perform research taking into account various FCC risk factors and indicators to determine if
the alert/case needs to be escalated.
Handle major or complex investigations by engaging with appropriated stakeholders
(FO/Legal/Tax)
Contribute to upskill the team investigative level by presenting regular case study by putting
in light the risk typology and respective risk mitigator to be assessed
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 / leading key projects impacting the
department such as forecast volume, UAT testing impacting FC Operations tools (upgrade,
release, issue resolution)
Liaise with other functions of the business in order to maintain effective communication,
awareness and to minimize the risk of failing to identify and resolve related FC issues
Produce KPI/KCI/KRI inherent to FC Operations activities intended to Senior Management

In this role you will:
Conduct initial analysis of customer transactions using internal/external research tools in
order to asses and determine 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.
Determine 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 – Preferrably 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
independently and to the highest level of accuracy and accountability
Knowledge of and experience in applying legal and regulatory financial crime compliance
requirements, in particular. regarding transaction monitoring in managing financial crime
(AML/FT) risk as well as Sanctions programs.
Organisational skills.
Presentation skills
Computer and IT systems literate, good communication and writing skills
Ability to work under stress and time pressure
Self-assertion, good communication skills and interaction with the Front Office
Fluent in English (both written and spoken) is a prerequisite, German/French and every
additional language is a plus
Proven experience 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 independently as well as in a team
Ability to work under stress and take responsibilities
Internal certification requirements are applicable to the Transaction Monitoring Compliance
Officer role.

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 wellbeing,
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.

HSBC has been certified “Top Employer 2025” in Switzerland. This recognition from the Top
Employers Institute rewards our HR practices and recognises HSBC as an HR Leader in
Switzerland.
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.
Financial Crime Operations Expert

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.
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development, flexible working and opportunities to grow within an inclusive and diverse
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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.
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