Sr. Compliance Specialist, Global Compliance & Ethics (Bangkok-based, Relocation Provided)

Agoda; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Agoda is seeking a Compliance and Ethics Lead in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. The ideal candidate should have at least 5 years of experience in compliance and ethics, fostering a culture of integrity and ethical behavior within the business.

You will lead compliance initiatives, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and ensure practices align with regulatory requirements, contributing significantly to the company's ethical standards and culture.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of experience in a compliance and ethics function or related field.
• Strong analytical skills.
• Detail-oriented and capable of proactive problem-solving.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support compliance and ethics initiatives.
• Conduct audits of gifts & entertainment and conflicts of interest.
• Develop compliance policies and training programs.
• Promote an ethical culture within the organization.

Skills

Compliance and ethics experience

Strong communication skills

Analytical skills

Digital fluency

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Law

Tools

Microsoft 365

Google Workspace

Job description

Location: Bangkok. Agoda provides relocation support for successful candidates who are not currently located in Bangkok. Please note that we are not open to remote working or the possibility of being based in other locations.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support day-to-day compliance and ethics initiatives, ensuring key objectives, deliverables, and reporting are completed in a timely manner.
• Conduct review of gifts & entertainment, conflicts of interest disclosure, third‑party due diligence, risk assessment, monitoring and testing; and drive appropriate mitigation actions in partnership with relevant stakeholders.
• Develop, implement and enhance compliance policies, procedures and standard operating procedures (SOPs) to address evolving business and regulatory risks.
• Support the development and delivery of compliance training programs, including in‑person and virtual sessions, and update e‑learning materials in line with evolving business needs.
• Promote a strong ethical culture through awareness campaigns, employee engagement initiatives, and cross‑functional collaboration.
• Partner closely with cross‑functional teams such as Legal, Finance, Government Affairs, People, Commercial, Supply and other business stakeholders to embed compliance requirements into business processes.
• Drive continuous improvement and efficiency initiatives, including the use of new technologies and digital tools to streamline workflows and reduce manual effort.
• Prepare or support management updates and reporting materials, and other compliance‑related communications for internal and external stakeholders and leadership.
• Support additional and adhoc work as necessary to support the compliance & ethics function and mature the program.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years previous experience working in compliance and ethics function or related field (legal, or risk) in multinational medium to large organizations.
• Proactive thinking beyond assigned tasks and consistently developing solutions to further the Compliance & Ethics program.
• Detail‑oriented, able to connect dots, see the big picture, drive changes, and confidently navigate and appropriately mitigate challenging compliance requirements with business mindsets.
• Ability to position the role as C&E strategic advisor and forge trusted relationships with colleagues around the world.
• Confident communication skills (verbal and written); English proficiency.
• Strong quantitative and qualitative analysis skills.
• Strong digital fluency with proficiency in Microsoft 365 and Google Workspace, along with ability to master internal systems and leverage AI tools for workflow optimization.
• Must possess the highest integrity, commensurate with a compliance & ethics position.
• Ability to operate without extensive supervision and act as a self‑starter.
• Energetic, fast‑paced, and always desire to go the extra mile.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Law.
• Experience with the travel industry/technology.

Equal Opportunity Employer

At Agoda, we pride ourselves on being a company represented by people of all different backgrounds and orientations. We prioritize attracting diverse talent and cultivating an inclusive environment that encourages collaboration and innovation. Employment at Agoda is based solely on a person’s merit and qualifications. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunity regardless of sex, age, race, color, national origin, religion, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, citizenship, veteran or military status, and other legally protected characteristics.

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