Head, regulatory affairs

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Position Title: Head, Regulatory Affairs

Job Summary:

The Head of Regulatory Affairs (RA) shall ensure the Bank's compliance with applicable Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and Fraud laws and regulations by overseeing external/internal regulatory examination/review and adherence with regulatory orders/requests.

Role Exposure

Regulatory Compliance:

Facilitate timely implementation of AML-related Orders (Freeze Orders, Provisional Asset Preservation Orders, and Asset Preservation Order) and AML-related requests (Request for KYC Documents and Bank Inquiries) by supervising and coordinating with the concerned units/branches to ensure compliance with the order and request. Monitor the effectivity of the AML-related Orders to ensure that customers will be able to have immediate access to their asset.

Risk Management:

Oversee the management of AML and Fraud regulatory examinations by acting as the primary contact person for BSP/AMLC to ensure prompt compliance with and submission of necessary requirements of BSP/AMLC. Ensure that regulatory and internal audit requirements in relation to AML and Fraud are adequately addressed.

Relationship Building and Maintenance:

Primary liaison with the regulators in relation to Fraud and AML concerns.

Corporate Governance:

Perform secretariat functions to ensure that Board and Senior Management are informed on the status of the Bank’s compliance with AML laws and regulation.

Additional Responsibilities:

Perform other related duties as assigned to support the overall success of the Division and Bank.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree holder; Juris Doctor (JD) and Bar passer (Attorney-at-Law) required.
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant work experience in the banking or financial services industry.
• Proven experience in Anti-Money Laundering (AML), Fraud Risk Management, Compliance, or Financial Crime Management.
• Strong knowledge of AML regulations, fraud prevention, and regulatory compliance frameworks.
• Experience in Litigation is an advantage.
• Demonstrated leadership experience in managing, coaching, and developing high-performing teams.
• Strong strategic thinking, analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Excellent communication, presentation, negotiation, and stakeholder management abilities.
• High level of integrity, professionalism, and ethical standards.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint).
• Well-respected professional with a strong reputation in the banking and financial services industry.