Risk Manager — EFG International AG
- Location
- Geneve
- Contract
- permanent
- Posted
- Yesterday
Role overview
- At least 5 years of experience as a Risk Manager or Auditor in a financial institution, a Swiss bank, or an audit firm in the relevant areas;
- Excellent knowledge of the banking regulatory framework; experience in managing audits related to the above domains is a plus;
- Strong understanding of financial instruments and operational technical aspects of banking;
- Excellent command of Excel and proficiency in Microsoft Office tools;
- Methodical, rigorous, and autonomous work approach;
- Strong interpersonal skills and effective communication;
- Fluency in French and English
- German would be an asset;
- Accountability : Taking ownership for tasks and challenges, as well as seeking continuous improvement.
- Hands-on : Being proactive to rapidly deliver high-quality results.
- Passionate : Being committed and striving for excellence.
- At least 5 years of experience as a Risk Manager or Auditor in a financial institution, a Swiss bank, or an audit firm in the relevant areas;
- Excellent knowledge of the banking regulatory framework; experience in managing audits related to the above domains is a plus;
- Strong understanding of financial instruments and operational technical aspects of banking;
- <strong>Accountability</strong>: Taking ownership for tasks and challenges, as well as seeking continuous improvement.
- <strong>Hands-on</strong>: Being proactive to rapidly deliver high-quality results.
Key requirements
- At least 5 years of experience as a Risk Manager or Auditor in a financial institution, a Swiss bank, or an audit firm in the relevant areas;
- Excellent knowledge of the banking regulatory framework; experience in managing audits related to the above domains is a plus;
- Strong understanding of financial instruments and operational technical aspects of banking;
- Excellent command of Excel and proficiency in Microsoft Office tools;
- Methodical, rigorous, and autonomous work approach;
- Strong interpersonal skills and effective communication;
- Fluency in French and English; German would be an asset;
What the company offers
- Accountability: Taking ownership for tasks and challenges, as well as seeking continuous improvement.
- Hands-on: Being proactive to rapidly deliver high-quality results.
- Passionate: Being committed and striving for excellence.
- Solution-driven: Focusing on client outcomes and treating clients fairly with a risk-aware mindset.
- Partnership-oriented: Promoting collaboration and teamwork. Working together with an entrepreneurial spirit.
Our Company
EFG International is a global private banking group, offering private banking and asset management services. We serve clients in over 40 locations worldwide. EFG International offers a stimulating and dynamic work environment and strives to be an employer of choice.
EFG is committed to providing an equitable and inclusive working environment that is founded on the principle of mutual respect. Joining our team means experiencing a supportive environment, where your contributions are valued and recognised. We strongly believe that the diversity of our teams gives us a competitive advantage by fostering better decision-making and greater innovation.
Our Purpose and Mission
Empowering entrepreneurial minds to create value – today and for the future.
We are a private bank, offering personalised solutions on a global scale to private and institutional clients. Our sustainable success is based on our talents and on how we partner with our clients and communities to create lasting value.
Job Description
<span>As part of our talent pool, your profile will be reviewed for a variety of Risk opportunities as they become available. </span>
Main Responsibilities- Independent controls of investment risks such as suitability and appropriateness: analyse portfolios by identifying concentrations and deviations from risk profiles; perform risk due diligence on specific products; monitor investment constraints for client portfolios and financial products (UCITS funds, certificates, life insurance, etc.);
- Independent oversight of operational risk controls, including IT security, transaction monitoring, fraud prevention, and key risk processes; execution of thematic reviews and deep-dive analyses on high-risk areas, and validation of control design and operating effectiveness;
- Management of direct financial risks such as balance sheet management risks (Treasury & ALM - liquidity and interest rates), credit risks arising from Lombard loans, guarantees, and the use of derivatives and margin-call products;
- Comprehensive management and independent monitoring of financial risks, including balance sheet risks (Treasury, ALM - liquidity and interest rate risk), credit risks (Lombard lending, guarantees), and risks related to derivatives and margin products, including regular challenge of methodologies, limits, and usage practices;
- Regulatory watch and impact analysis of regulatory developments in the context of risk management;
- Support and backup for the Head of Risk in preparing risk management reports, dashboards, and audits;
- Training and awareness for first-line control staff and promotion of a strong risk culture;
Useful keywords
- At least 5 years of experience as a Risk Manager or Auditor in a financial institution
- Excellent knowledge of the banking regulatory framework
- Strong understanding of financial instruments and operational technical aspects of banking
- Excellent command of Excel and proficiency in Microsoft Office tools
- Methodical
Questions about this listing
What salary does EFG International AG offer for this role?
EFG International AG lists CHF 174'500 - 306'000 gross per year for this position in Geneve. This is the salary published in the original listing (or, when the employer omits a figure, a realistic estimate for the role and sector) — the calculator on this site converts it to your actual net take-home once cross-border tax and social contributions are applied.
Is this a full-time role, and what type of contract does EFG International AG offer?
This listing is a full-time position. The contract type shown here comes directly from the employer's original posting; always confirm exact hours, notice period and probation length with EFG International AG during the application process, since these details can vary by role even within the same contract category.
Do I need a cross-border work permit for a role in Geneva?
EU/EFTA residents living in the border zone of the country adjoining Canton Geneva can apply for a G permit; the Swiss employer files it with that canton's migration office after the contract is signed. Border-zone rules and processing times vary by neighbouring country and canton, so confirm the specifics with Geneva's cantonal migration office or with HR during the application.
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