We are seeking an experienced FMI Project Specialist (FMIA, EMIR, Mi FIR) to join our client, a prestigious Swiss private bank. This role is critical in analyzing business needs, coordinating with stakeholders, and ensuring effective implementation of compliance requirements. If you have a deep understanding of regulatory standards and thrive in a collaborative, fast-paced environment, this could be the ideal position for you.
Location: Switzerland
Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct Gap Analyses: Assess regulatory guidelines to identify and address compliance gaps.
• Define Business Requirements: Translate regulatory needs into detailed business requirements and solution specifications.
• Documentation & Technical Coordination: Prepare comprehensive business specification documents, create and manage JIRA tickets, and work closely with technical experts.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Organize and lead workshops and meetings with stakeholders across departments, including Front Office and IT.
• Testing & Quality Assurance: Perform system and user acceptance testing, documenting results and communicating findings to relevant stakeholders.
• Process Optimization: Analyze complex business processes to identify areas for efficiency and optimization.

Your Profile:

• Regulatory Expertise: Proven experience with financial market infrastructure regulations, particularly EMIR, Mi FIR, FMIA, and SFTR.
• Capital Markets Knowledge: Strong understanding of capital market products, including ETD and OTC derivatives, and familiarity with trade booking processes.
• Technical Proficiency: Working knowledge of Avaloq; familiarity with Prime/Front-Arena is a plus.
• Analytical & Problem-Solving Skills: Highly analytical, with the ability to interpret and optimize technical processes.
• Collaborative Team Player: Ability to work well in a team, with a strong service orientation, excellent communication skills, and experience in a support-oriented role.
• Self-Motivated: Capable of working independently, driving projects forward, and adhering to deadlines.
• Effective Communication: Strong communication skills with the ability to lead discussions and align cross-functional teams.
• Language Proficiency: Fluency in English is essential.

Job Types: 100%, Permanent