Compliance Officer

at  Partners Group

WHAT IT’S ABOUT

We are seeking a Compliance Officer to become part of our Compliance team at the Partners Group Headquarters in Zug. Candidates should have a solid background in legal and regulatory compliance related to financial institutions and should be comfortable working with international and multi-disciplinary teams. The Swiss Compliance team is responsible for providing legal and policy advice, along with regulatory expertise to Partners Group’s teams in Switzerland while protecting the interests and reputation of Partners Group.
In your role you will be responsible for supporting Partners Group’s Head of Compliance Switzerland and Head of Compliance Europe/Middle East, both located in Zug. Focusing on Swiss and European regulation, you will ensure that Partners Group complies with the applicable laws and regulations. You will be part of a global and diverse Compliance team in a highly dynamic environment of a fast-growing company of dedicated professionals.

WHAT WE EXPECT

• Degree in law, business administration, or finance with at least 3 years of relevant experience in compliance, audit, or legal roles within the financial services industry.
• Entrepreneurial and analytical thinker with the ability to work independently and efficiently in dynamic settings; skilled in implementing processes and procedures successfully.
• Keen interest in utilizing new technologies to streamline compliance processes and workflows; eager to work with IT and business applications specialists to automate compliance related processes and workflows.
• Critical thinking and excellent communication skills in English (both written and verbal).
• Self-motivated person, fast learner with strong analytical, methodical, and problem-solving skills.
• Good computer skills and proficiency in the MS Office suite.
• High level of integrity, confidentiality, and judgment.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to build strong professional relationships at all levels, with both internal and external stakeholders.
  If you are a committed and flexible individual who pays attention to detail and who thrives in a collaborative, team-oriented environment, then you may be the person that we are looking for. If you are interested in private markets and ready to become part of a very team-oriented organisation with flat hierarchies where your efforts are recognised and valued, we encourage you to take the next step and apply online.

• Ongoing maintenance of Partners Group’s compliance monitoring program for Switzerland
• Maintaining compliance related systems and controls, executing compliance checks, and conducting investigations as needed
• Drafting and reviewing periodic compliance reports, directives and procedures
• Assisting in coordination of regulatory filings
• Engaging in various regulatory projects from the planning to the implementation (e.g. AIFMD II and ESG Regulation)
• Reviewing marketing materials and marketing activities
• Liaising with internal and external auditors, preparing necessary documentation for regulatory audits
• Performing AML checks for Partners Group AG
• Staying updated with regulatory developments in Switzerland and Europe