Specialist / Specialist

Specialist, Financial Crime Risk

Place of work: Basel, Switzerland

Employment rate: 80–100%

Start date: As soon as possible

Contract type: 1 year with possibility of extension

Other: Must be eligible to work in Switzerland

About Us

The Basel Institute on Governance is a hands-on centre of competence dedicated to promoting good governance and countering corruption for a more peaceful, just, and sustainable world. Established in 2003 in Basel, Switzerland, the Institute collaborates with partners worldwide to advance knowledge, practice, and policy on anti-corruption, asset recovery, and business integrity. With field operations globally, our team consists of approximately 150 staff members from 32 nationalities. The Basel Institute is an Associated Institute of the University of Basel.

The International Centre for Asset Recovery (ICAR) is a specialised unit at the Basel Institute that partners with countries to strengthen their capacities for recovering illicit assets. We focus on hands-on mentoring in investigation methods and confiscation and prosecution strategies, along with fostering international cooperation. Our aim is two-fold: to build capacity and effectively advance cases to the point of recovery. We also develop and deliver tailored training, support legislative and institutional reform processes, and collaborate with other international organisations to promote innovation and global policy dialogue on asset recovery.

Our flagship product, the Basel Anti Money Laundering Index (Basel AML Index), is a trusted risk assessment tool utilised by financial institutions, designated non-financial businesses and professions (DNFBPs), and governments worldwide to evaluate money laundering/terrorist financing (ML/TF) and related financial crime risks.

Job Description

The Specialist, Financial Crime Risk will support the maintenance, development, and enhancement of the Basel AML Index. Under the direction of the Head of Financial Crime Risk, the selected candidate will provide data support, conduct research and analysis for publications, and assist clients and users of the Basel AML Index.

Key Responsibilities

Data Support:

• Maintain and update data for the Basel AML Index, ensuring consistency, reliability, and methodological rigor.
• Provide statistical analysis and assist in improving methods for risk weighting, scoring, and aggregation.
• Support further enhancement of the Basel AML Index methodology.
• Conduct data checks and controls.

Research and Analysis:

• Conduct background research on relevant AML/CFT indicators, legal frameworks, and latest developments.
• Analyse Financial Action Task Force (FATF) data (quarterly updates and annual publication).
• Draft data briefs, charts, and visual aids for internal and external reports.
• Maintain technical documentation of data sources and methodologies.
• Conduct research and provide support for the annual publication of the Index.
• Assist in the preparation of presentation materials.

Client Support:

• Provide support to clients on requests for data and clarifications.
• Assist in the preparation of country reports on ML/TF risks.
• Coordinate meetings and deliver standard presentations about the Basel AML Index to potential new clients.

Qualifications and Skills

• Master’s degree in economics, data science, international relations, or a related field.
• 2–3 years’ experience in statistical modeling, data analysis, and risk assessment (Excel, R, Python, or similar tools).
• Understanding of AML/CFT frameworks and methodologies is desirable.
• Strong experience working with international data sources and indicators.
• Exceptional attention to detail and the ability to follow technical guidance.
• Fluent in English.

What We Offer

We provide an interesting and rewarding working environment within a proactive, dynamic, and international team. The work is both routine and varied, offering ample opportunities for initiative and innovation. Our salary package is competitive.

Application

Apply online using the form below. Only applications matching the job profile will be considered.

For further information about this position, please contact kateryna.boguslavska@baselgovernance.org.

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Equal Opportunity Employer

The Basel Institute is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. We have been positively evaluated by the Swiss Federal Administration for gender pay equality.