Compliance Officer

HSO Group of Companies; Plaridel; On-site; PHP 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

HSO Group of Companies in Plaridel, Misamis Occidental, is seeking a Compliance Officer to manage regulatory compliance and risk for its Banking & Financial Services division. The role requires strong AML/KYC knowledge, policy development, and cross-team collaboration.

The ideal candidate will have 2–5 years in compliance/risk management within banking, excellent analytical skills, and the ability to work independently while coordinating with management and external regulators.

Qualifications

• Teritary qualification in law, finance or related field required.
• 2–5 years of experience in compliance or risk management in banking/FS.
• Solid knowledge of AML, KYC, and data protection laws.
• Experience in regulatory reporting and documentation.
• Strong analytical and investigative capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Implement AML/CTF policies and monitor compliance.
• Report significant issues to management and regulators as needed.
• Conduct audits and assess compliance across departments.
• Review transactions and activities for regulatory risk.
• Prepare regulatory reports and maintain records.
• Provide compliance training to staff.
• Liaise with regulators, auditors, and legal counsel.

Skills

Analytical skills

Investigative skills

Communication skills

Integrity

Independent worker

Detail-oriented

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor-level degree in law/finance/business

Tools

Microsoft Office

Compliance management software

Job description

About the role

We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Compliance Officer to join the HSO Group of Companies in a full-time capacity at our Plaridel, Misamis Occidental location. This is a pivotal position within our Banking & Financial Services division, where you will play a critical role in ensuring that our organisation maintains the highest standards of regulatory compliance and risk management. As Compliance Officer, you will be instrumental in safeguarding our company's reputation, protecting our clients, and ensuring adherence to all applicable banking regulations and internal policies. This role reports directly to senior management and serves as a key liaison between operations and regulatory authorities.

Key responsibilities

• Ensure proper implementation of Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and Counter-Terrorism Financing (CTF) policies.

• Report significant compliance issues and findings to management.

• Monitor and enforce compliance with all applicable banking regulations, financial services laws, and internal policies to mitigate regulatory risk

• Develop, implement and maintain comprehensive compliance programmes and policies tailored to the organisation's banking and financial services operations

• Conduct regular compliance audits and assessments across departments to identify gaps and areas requiring remediation

• Review transactions, accounts and business activities to detect potential violations of regulations or suspicious patterns

• Prepare and file regulatory reports and documentation in a timely and accurate manner as required by regulatory bodies

• Provide compliance training and guidance to staff members to ensure organisation-wide awareness of regulatory requirements and best practices

• Investigate compliance breaches and violations, documenting findings and recommending corrective actions

• Stay informed of evolving regulatory landscape and recommend policy updates to ensure continued compliance

• Liaise with external regulators, auditors and legal counsel on compliance matters and regulatory examinations

• Maintain detailed compliance documentation and records in accordance with regulatory requirements

What we're looking for

• Tertiary qualification in law, finance, business administration or a related field

• Minimum 2-5 years of professional experience in a compliance or risk management role within the banking and financial services sector

• In-depth knowledge of banking regulations, anti-money laundering (AML) requirements, know-your-customer (KYC) procedures and data protection laws

• Strong understanding of risk assessment methodologies and compliance audit frameworks

• Demonstrated expertise in regulatory reporting and documentation requirements

• Excellent analytical and investigative skills with meticulous attention to detail

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and compliance management software

• Strong communication skills with the ability to explain complex compliance concepts to diverse audiences

• High degree of integrity, reliability and professional judgment

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a compliance team

• Relevant certifications such as Certified Compliance and Ethics Professional (CCEP), Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist (CAMS) or equivalent qualifications are preferred