Chief Compliance Officer

Private Advertiser; Makati; On-site; PHP 2,500,000 - 4,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Private Advertiser is seeking a seasoned Chief Compliance Officer to lead and strengthen our regulatory framework. You will oversee the Compliance Management System, AML/CTF controls, and regulatory reporting to ensure alignment with laws and industry standards.

You will serve as the primary liaison with regulators, advise senior management on obligations and governance, and drive compliance through organizational transformation and enterprise-wide risk management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in law, accountancy, finance, business administration, or related field.
• At least 10 years of progressive experience in compliance, risk management, audit, or a related function within a regulated financial institution.
• Minimum of 5 years in a senior compliance leadership role; prior regulatory approval or confirmation as Chief Compliance Officer preferred.
• Strong knowledge of financial services regulations, AML/CTF, data privacy, regulatory reporting, and other applicable compliance frameworks.
• Strong understanding of compliance governance, regulatory risk management, internal controls, and monitoring.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and continuous improvement of the Compliance Management System.
• Serve as the primary liaison with regulatory authorities for timely resolution of regulatory matters.
• Oversee AML/CTF framework including risk identification, due diligence, monitoring, and reporting.
• Advise senior management on regulatory obligations, compliance risks, and governance.
• Ensure timely submission of regulatory reports, certifications, and compliance requirements.
• Develop, implement, and maintain comprehensive compliance policies and internal controls.
• Lead compliance risk assessments, reviews, and monitoring activities.
• Provide guidance to the Board and Executive Management on compliance performance and regulatory developments.
• Lead compliance training and awareness to embed integrity and regulatory compliance culture.
• Partner with business, risk, legal and other functions to embed compliance in strategy.
• Monitor emerging regulatory requirements and advise on actions to senior management and the Board.
• Support transformation and business evolution by integrating compliance into strategic decisions.

Skills

Regulatory knowledge

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Analytical thinking

Communication

Regulatory reporting

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Law, Accountancy, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of the organization’s Compliance Management System in accordance with applicable regulatory requirements and industry standards.
• Serve as the primary liaison with relevant regulatory authorities, ensuring effective communication and timely resolution of regulatory matters.
• Oversee and strengthen the organization’s Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and Counter-Terrorist Financing (CTF) framework, including risk identification, customer due diligence, transaction monitoring, and regulatory reporting.
• Advise senior management on regulatory obligations, compliance risks, and governance requirements related to new products, partnerships, business initiatives, and organizational changes.
• Ensure the timely and accurate submission of required regulatory reports, certifications, and compliance requirements.
• Develop, implement, and maintain comprehensive compliance policies, procedures, and internal controls aligned with applicable regulations and industry best practices.
• Lead compliance risk assessments, reviews, and monitoring activities to evaluate the effectiveness of the organization’s compliance framework.
• Provide regular guidance and reports to the Board of Directors and Executive Management on compliance performance, regulatory developments, and emerging risks.
• Lead compliance training and awareness initiatives to strengthen a culture of integrity, accountability, and regulatory compliance across the organization.
• Partner closely with business, product, operations, risk, legal, and other functions to embed compliance considerations into the organization’s evolving business model and strategic objectives.
• Monitor emerging regulatory requirements and assess their potential impact on the organization, recommending appropriate actions to senior management and the Board.
• Support the organization’s ongoing transformation and business evolution by ensuring that compliance and governance remain integrated into strategic decision-making.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Law, Accountancy, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
• At least 10 years of progressive experience in compliance, risk management, audit, or a related function within a regulated financial institution.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a senior compliance leadership role, with prior regulatory approval or confirmation as a Chief Compliance Officer preferred.
• Strong knowledge of financial services regulations, AML/CTF requirements, data privacy, regulatory reporting, and other applicable compliance frameworks.
• Strong understanding of compliance governance, regulatory risk management, internal controls, and compliance monitoring.
• Strong leadership, analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to engage effectively with Board and Executive Management.
• Proven track record of building and maintaining strong relationships with regulators and internal stakeholders.
• Demonstrated ability to lead compliance functions through organizational transformation, regulatory change, and evolving business environments.
• High level of integrity, discretion, and professionalism, with the ability to handle highly confidential and sensitive information.