Job details
For one of our clients, a dynamic oil trading company based in Switzerland, we are seeking to recruit a Compliance Officer to join their team. The ideal candidate will bring 3 to 5 years of hands-on experience in compliance within the physical commodity trading sector, with strong exposure to oil trading operations.
Your Mission
- Develop, implement, and maintain internal compliance policies and procedures
- Ensure alignment with applicable regulatory frameworks and internal governance standards
- Monitor and manage all regulatory compliance matters, including AML, sanctions, and KYC obligations
- Identify and assess areas of compliance risk or vulnerability, and proactively recommend improvements
- Liaise closely with key internal stakeholders and external regulatory bodies
- Prepare and present regular compliance reports to senior management
Your Profile
- 3 to 5 years of experience as a Compliance Officer in a physical commodity trading environment, ideally with direct exposure to oil trading
- Solid understanding of Swiss compliance regulations and international standards (AML, KYC, sanctions)
- A degree in Law, Economics, Finance, or Business Administration
- Fluent in English and French (written and spoken); any additional language is a plus
- Strong analytical mindset, excellent attention to detail, and a proactive approach
- High ethical standards and ability to communicate clearly and effectively across teams
This is an exciting opportunity to grow within a highly entrepreneurial environment and play a key role in strengthening the compliance culture of a fast-moving trading company.
Ready for your next challenge? Apply now and join a company where compliance is not just a function — it's a business enabler.
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