Risk and Compliance Manager 50 to 80%Michael Page

For our client, a family office in the center of Geneva, we are currently looking for a risk & compliance officer ( part time role)

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  Risk Management:
  • Develop, implement, and maintain a comprehensive risk management framework.
  • Identify, assess, and monitor risks across the family office's operations, including financial, operational, legal, and reputational risks.
  • Conduct regular risk assessments and stress testing to ensure that risk exposure is in line with the office's risk appetite.
  • Prepare risk reports and present findings to the executive team and family members.
  • Collaborate with investment, legal, and accounting teams to assess risks related to new investments or business activities.
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  Compliance Oversight:
  • Develop and maintain a compliance framework aligned with Swiss and international regulations (AML, KYC, FATCA, GDPR, etc.).
  • Monitor and ensure adherence to all relevant laws and regulations, including tax regulations, anti-money laundering (AML), and anti-bribery legislation.
  • Perform regular audits and reviews of the family office's activities to ensure compliance with internal policies and regulatory obligations.
  • Serve as the main point of contact for regulatory bodies and manage relationships with external auditors and regulators.
  • Train and educate the team on compliance standards and ethical behavior.
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  Policy Development and Implementation:
  • Draft, implement, and review policies and procedures that promote ethical business conduct and minimize risk exposure.
  • Ensure all internal documentation is up-to-date and compliant with regulatory changes.
  • Maintain records of compliance activities and reporting to the relevant authorities when required.
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  Advisory Role:
  • Provide guidance and support to senior management on compliance and risk-related issues.
  • Stay informed about regulatory changes and industry trends that may affect the family office.
  • Collaborate with other departments to support risk-based decision-making and ensure compliance is integrated across the family office.

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  Experience:
  • +7 years of experience in risk management AND compliance, or audit, ideally within a financial institution or family office.
  • Strong understanding of Swiss regulations and international compliance standards (AML, KYC, GDPR, etc.).

• Skills and Competencies:

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to assess complex risk scenarios.

Excellent knowledge of compliance frameworks and risk management principles.Strong communication and interpersonal skills, capable of engaging with senior stakeholders.

High attention to detail and organizational skills.

Ability to work independently.

Fluency in English ; other languages are an asset.