Head of Risk & Deputy AML Officer (Portfolio Management / AMC Products)
Location: Zurich, Switzerland
Company: Blackshield Capital AG
Contact: n.okhmush@blackshield.capital
About the Company
Blackshield Capital AG is a Zurich-based investment and portfolio management firm specializing in structured products and Actively Managed Certificates (AMCs). The company is committed to upholding regulatory compliance, transparency, and risk-based governance in accordance with Swiss standards.
Position Overview
We are seeking a highly qualified professional to take on the role of Head of Risk & Deputy AML Officer. This position requires a deep understanding of the Swiss regulatory environment (FinSA, FinIA, AMLA/AMLO-FINMA) and extensive experience in designing and supervising risk management frameworks for portfolio management and AMC-related activities.
The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of collaborating with issuers, custodians, and platform providers, including the legal and operational structuring of AMC and SPA frameworks, as well as effectively managing multi-jurisdictional compliance challenges.
Key Responsibilities
- Design, implement, and continuously enhance the company’s Risk Management Framework in compliance with FINMA and SRO (OSIF) standards.
- Serve as Deputy AML Officer, ensuring full adherence to AMLA and AMLO-FINMA requirements, including CDD/KYC, source-of-wealth verification, and ongoing monitoring.
- Assess and monitor market, liquidity, counterparty, and operational risks for AMC and portfolio products.
- Oversee issuance processes for AMCs, liaising with issuers, custodians, and administrators to ensure end-to-end compliance.
- Draft and review SPA and other transactional documentation related to structured products, ensuring alignment with internal risk limits and legal obligations.
- Coordinate with compliance, audit, and risk committees to prepare periodic internal control and risk-exposure reports for the Board.
- Conduct due diligence on counterparties and external service providers.
- Supervise and document the effectiveness of the internal control system (ICS).
- Provide staff training and regulatory updates related to risk, AML, and sanctions compliance.
Qualifications
- Master’s or PhD in Economics, Finance, Law, or a related field.
- 7+ years of professional experience in risk management, compliance, or AML within Swiss or international financial institutions.
- Proven record of launching and supervising AMC structures and working with issuers and structured-product platforms.
- Solid experience in reviewing and negotiating SPA and framework agreements.
- Deep understanding of FinSA, FinIA, AMLA, AMLO-FINMA, and FATCA/CRS frameworks.
- Excellent command of regulatory documentation and reporting standards.
- Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.
- Languages: English (fluent), German (professional level), Russian (fluent), Ukrainian (native or near-native).
- Ethical integrity, independence, and professional discretion are essential.
We Offer
- Strategic role in a regulated investment and portfolio-management environment.
- Involvement in innovative AMC and structured-product initiatives.
- Exposure to cross-border legal and operational frameworks.
- A collaborative, international team environment.
- Competitive remuneration based on experience and performance.
Application Process
Apply online using the form below. Only applications matching the job profile will be considered.