AML Compliance Officer

Coins.ph; Taguig; On-site; PHP 800,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career advancement opportunities

Collaborative environment

Support for innovative ideas

Job summary

A leading crypto platform in the Philippines is seeking an AML Compliance Lead to oversee regulatory compliance for financial services. Candidates must have a degree in business or law, along with at least five years of experience in AML and regulatory compliance within the financial services industry. The role involves leading the AML function, implementing compliance programs, and ensuring operational processes meet regulatory standards. Offers opportunities for career advancement in a rapidly expanding organization.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in Regulatory and AML Compliance or system audit within Banking/Financial Services.
• Strong knowledge of BSP and AMLC local regulatory requirements.
• Experience during regulatory audits preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead the AML function of the Legal and GRC Department.
• Implement the Anti-Money Laundering program.
• Review accounts with red flags for necessary actions.

Skills

Regulatory Compliance

Anti-Money Laundering (AML)

Financial Services Knowledge

KYC/KYB Frameworks

Communication Skills

Education

4-year degree in business, accounting, law or similar

Tools

CAMS Certification

Job description

Coins is a leading crypto platform in the Philippines, fully regulated by Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) with Virtual Currency and Electronic Money Issuer licenses.

What you’ll do

• Lead the AML function of the Legal and GRC Department.
• Research, assess, implement, and manage the areas of financial services regulations, laws and procedures, consumer protection and other applicable laws.
• Implement the Anti‑Money Laundering program of the organization.
• Develop and implement sound KYC/KYB frameworks and ensure ongoing monitoring and review.
• Assist with issues escalations to the Head of Legal and GRC.
• Recommend further due diligence where required.
• Work closely with other teams to oversee AML compliance procedures and advise on anti‑money laundering queries.
• Review accounts with red flags and assess the need to apply the necessary actions.
• Ensure that operational processes are compliant, sufficient, and documented.

What we expect from you

• Graduated from a 4‑year business, accounting, law or similar course from a reputable institution.
• A minimum of five (5) years of experience in Regulatory and AML Compliance and/or system audit in the Banking/Financial Services Industry; Fintech experience is a plus.
• Strong knowledge of local regulatory requirements of the BSP and AMLC.
• CAMS certification is desirable.
• Proven experience working with teams or organizations during a BSP/AMLC regulatory audit is preferred.
• Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills.
• Good organizational skills, ability to prioritize, manage multiple tasks, and adhere to strict deadlines.

Benefits

Meaningful collaborations with cross‑functional teams will help improve and create an impact on customer experience.

Scalable growth: be part of a fast‑growing organization that plans to expand beyond APAC, providing opportunities for career advancement.

A space for bright ideas: our culture welcomes data‑backed ideas that translate into meaningful change.