Internship KYC Analyst

SG Zurich Branch (CIB) provides innovative financial solutions, advisory services and capital market products serving the needs of its corporate, institutional and private clients. Present in Switzerland since 1927 SGCIB Zurich Branch offers local and cross-border expertise providing a full range of financial services to its clients with a particular focus on securities, services to foreign funds, trade finance and cash management services.

Mission: 

• The Intern KYC Analyst will join the Zurich-based KYC Hub, supporting client onboarding and periodic review activities across all business lines of Société Générale's Swiss and German branches

• Acting as a key point of contact between business lines, Compliance, and management, the Intern KYC Analyst will ensure effective communication and coordination throughout the KYC process

• Support with the onboarding of new clients and the ongoing management of existing client relationships by conducting due diligence reviews, preparing client risk assessments, validating and updating client profiles, and ensuring compliance with internal policies and regulatory requirements

Internship duration: 18 months

Tasks and responsibilities:

• Facilitate the Onboarding of new clients and the Review of existing clients in Switzerland and Germany, by adhering to global policies and guidelines, as well as respecting all associated local, tax or other regulatory requirements

• Perform due diligence controls in relation to the identification and reputation of prospects (Onboarding) and clients (Review) including associated parties (directors, shareholders, beneficial owners) using internal, public and paid sources

• Perform a risk assessment as part of the analysis and document a formalised opinion, by focusing on the presence of potential reputational, PEP and sanction risks, as well as commenting on the purpose of the client relationship, and highlighting any other identified issues (e.g. documentation), to ensure the bank remains vigilant in the fight against money laundering and meets its regulatory obligations

• Validate/update the client profile in the referential systems to reflect the KYC assessment

• Provide advice and support to the business lines, compliance and management to ensure a smooth functioning of the KYC processes

• Perform other KYC/AML support functions, such as PEP screening

Studies & experience:

• University or business school (“FH”) graduate, with an under-graduate degree qualifying in the financial sector (finance, economics, law or international relations)

Language skills:

• Fluent business level English

• German, French and additional language skills are considered a plus

Technical, operational & Soft skills:

• Proficiency in MS Office tools and an interest in emerging AI technologies

• Interest in financial markets, banking activities, and regulatory compliance, coupled with a willingness to learn and develop is expected

• Basic knowledge of the Swiss and European regulatory environment, including AML, sanctions, PEP, and tax-related requirements, is an advantage

• Strong analytical, critical thinking, and written communication skills

• A high level of accuracy and attention to detail when reviewing client information and documentation

• The ability to manage multiple priorities and adapt to changing business needs in a fast-paced environment

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with a client-oriented mindset and a collaborative approach to working with stakeholders

• Good organisational and time management skills, with the ability to work independently and take initiative

Société Générale Switzerland is a multi-category bank offering every employee the possibility to have several careers in a professional career path. Internal mobility and training are two core areas we focus on, in a dynamic, prosperous and evolving context.

As soon as you arrive, you will be integrated into our teams and will learn every day alongside our experts, who will support you in your tasks. Gradually, you will become more independent in your projects, making this experience a real career accelerator. You will also discover all the diversity of our businesses, in a sector that is constantly evolving and innovating.

At the end of your studies, various opportunities could be offered to you, in Switzerland and abroad.

At Société Générale, we are convinced that people are drivers of change, and that the world of tomorrow will be shaped by all their initiatives, from the smallest to the most ambitious.

Whether you’re joining us for a period of months, years or your entire career, together we can have a positive impact on the future. Creating, daring, innovating and taking action are part of our DNA.

If you too want to be directly involved, grow in a stimulating and caring environment, feel useful on a daily basis and develop or strengthen your expertise, you will feel right at home with us!

Still hesitating?

You should know that our employees can dedicate several days per year to solidarity actions during their working hours, including sponsoring people struggling with their orientation or professional integration, participating in the financial education of young apprentices, and sharing their skills with charities. There are many ways to get involved.