Junior Compliance & Controls Officer (70-80%) - Basel

Robert Walters Switzerland
Basel-City
3D
  • 6/22/2026
  • 70 - 80%
  • Employee
  • Temporary

Junior Compliance & Controls Officer (70-80%) - Basel

Start Date: ASAP (latest 1 August 2026)
Location: Basel, Switzerland
Workload: 70-80% (100% not available)
Home Office: Up to 1 day per week after onboarding and successful integration
Contract: Initial 6-month contract with strong potential for extension/permanent employment
Junior Compliance & Controls Officer (70-80%) - Basel
About the role:
  • Execute and document internal compliance controls
  • Support the maintenance and development of the firm's Internal Control Plan
  • Analyse compliance-related data and prepare reports
  • Assist with the digitalisation and optimisation of existing paper-based processes
  • Maintain and update records within the portfolio management and CRM system
  • Support AML and KYC reviews and documentation checks
  • Review client documentation and ensure completeness of files
  • Coordinate with Relationship Managers and internal departments regarding compliance requirements
  • Assist with regulatory and internal monitoring activities
  • Contribute to compliance projects and process improvement initiatives
About the candidate:
  • Native-level German (spoken and written)
  • Good English communication skills
  • Initial experience in Compliance, AML/KYC, Operations, Risk, Internal Controls, Banking, Asset Management, or a related field
  • Strong administrative and organisational skills
  • Good analytical and technical aptitude
  • Comfortable working with systems, databases, and structured processes
  • Reliable, detail-oriented, and able to handle repetitive tasks with accuracy
  • Strong team player with excellent interpersonal skills
  • Available to start ASAP, and no later than 1 August 2026
Nice to have:
  • Experience with AML/KYC processes
  • Exposure to Internal Controls or Compliance Monitoring
  • Experience in private banking, wealth management, or independent asset management
  • Knowledge of portfolio management or CRM systems
  • Interest in process automation and digitalisation projects
Robert Walters Switzerland AG
Valentina Ciherean
+41 44 809 3519