As a leading provider of online financial services, Swissquote Group offers innovative solutions and comprehensive services to meet the wide-ranging demands of its global clients.

With an Online Trading Platform linked to more than 60 stock markets in over 40 countries, including off-exchange trading in derivative products, Swissquote offers simple, rapid, online trading in shares, bonds, funds, options, futures, warrants, ETFs, Structured Products, forex and cryptocurrencies.

Swissquote Group is listed on the SIX Swiss Exchange (symbol: SQN) and employs 1,000 professionals at its headquarters in Gland (Switzerland) and offices in Zurich, Bern, Dubai, Hong Kong, London, Luxembourg, Malta, Singapore and Cyprus.

We are looking for a dedicated and detail-oriented Compliance Officer to join our team. The ideal candidate will have excellent attention to detail, strong organizational abilities, and a solid understanding of back-office processes. If you’re eager to make an impact within a dynamic team and a great company, we invite you to apply for the role today!

MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 

• Conduct internal compliance risk assessments and report relevant monitoring findings and recommendations for correction of any deficiencies to the Head of Compliance.
• Provide support in the design and development of the internal practices, processes, procedures, and controls to meet the compliance requirements of CySEC and other applicable rules and regulations.
• Handling of Account Opening procedures: High risk individuals and corporates (clients and partners)
• Monitoring of client transactions, closely collaborating with relevant internal departments particularly with the technical and compliance team and external providers. 
• Reviewing and approving marketing material and making suggestions accordingly in order to be compliant with the regulation.
• Assist in the handling of client complaints and/or monitor the handling of client complaints.
• Review, approve and/or monitor communications and information to Clients (including customer support communications, marketing communications, affiliate websites).
• Assist in performing best execution monitoring tests as well as monitoring accounts for suspicious trading practices.
• Assist in the preparation of reports to Regulatory Authorities and Management.
• Reviews the company’s website frequently to ensure compliance with the law.
• Stay up to date with regulatory changes and updates in the industry.
• Monitor daily operations to ensure compliance with internal policies and external regulations.
• Organize and maintain all compliance related records and files.

• BSc/BA in Finance, Business Administration, Law or a related field.
• 2-4 years of prior experience in a similar position.
• A background in the legal and compliance sector.
• Strong knowledge of MIFID II.
• Very good knowledge of the AML legislation.
• Advanced CySEC certificate.
• AML certification is considered as advantage.
• Good knowledge of the financial service industries.
• Fluent in both Greek and English.
• High attention to detail and professional attitude
• Excellent analytical, communication and organisational skills.
• Team-player, able to work under pressure, creativity, innovation and problem-solving skills is a must.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality at all levels.