Director, Compliance

tsys; Philippines; On-site; PHP 3,500,000 - 6,500,000; Full time

Job summary

Global Payments in the Philippines is seeking a Director, Compliance & Anti-Money Laundering Compliance Officer (AMLCO) to lead our compliance teams and safeguard the integrity of our payments platform. In this leadership role, you will drive regulatory excellence with BSP and AMLC, shape risk-based decisions, and partner with regulators, clients, and internal stakeholders to enable responsible growth.

Bachelor’s degree required; extensive AML/regulatory experience in financial services; on-site

Qualifications

• Extensive AML/Compliance leadership experience in financial services or payments.
• Strong knowledge of BSP/AMLA requirements and regulatory engagements.
• Proven ability to influence senior leaders and regulators with risk-based decisions.
• Demonstrated integrity, governance, and accountability in global organizations.

Responsibilities

• Lead the compliance and financial crime strategy to protect the business and ensure growth.
• Drive regulatory excellence by aligning with BSP, AMLC, and other rules.
• Enhance control frameworks for AML, sanctions, and fraud prevention.
• Advise on new products and partnerships while balancing regulatory expectations.
• Foster a culture of accountability and ethical conduct across stakeholders.

Skills

Leadership

Regulatory risk management

Regulatory engagement

Strategic thinking

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Law, Finance, Accounting, Business, Risk Management, or related discipline

Job description

Every day, Global Payments makes it possible for millions of people to move money between buyers and sellers using our payments solutions for credit, debit, prepaid and merchant services. Our worldwide team helps over 3 million companies, more than 1,300 financial institutions and over 600 million cardholders grow with confidence and achieve amazing results. We are driven by our passion for success and we are proud to deliver best-in-class payment technology and software solutions. Join our dynamic team and make your mark on the payments technology landscape of tomorrow.

Ready to take your career global?

Make your mark at one of the biggest names in payments. We're looking for a Director, Compliance & Anti-Money Laundering Compliance Officer (AMLCO) to join our ever-evolving Compliance Team and help shape the future of global commerce. In this highly visible leadership role, you will safeguard the integrity of our business, strengthen trust with regulators, clients, and partners, and help ensure Global Payments continues to grow responsibly in an increasingly complex regulatory environment. You will play a critical role in protecting the organization from financial crime risks, enabling strategic business initiatives, and fostering a culture of compliance that supports innovation while maintaining the highest standards of governance. As a trusted advisor to senior leadership and regulatory authorities, your influence will directly contribute to the long-term success of Global Payments and its mission to power secure and seamless commerce worldwide.

What you'll own:

• Lead the compliance and financial crime strategy to protect the business, strengthen regulatory confidence, and ensure sustainable growth in a rapidly evolving payments environment.
• Drive regulatory excellence by proactively identifying emerging compliance risks, influencing business decisions, and ensuring adherence to Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP), Anti-Money Laundering Council (AMLC), and other applicable regulatory requirements.
• Strengthen the control environment by enhancing compliance, anti-money laundering, sanctions, and fraud prevention frameworks that mitigate risk and support business objectives.
• Influence strategic business initiatives by providing trusted guidance on new products, partnerships, and growth opportunities while balancing innovation with regulatory expectations.
• Champion a culture of accountability and ethical conduct that empowers colleagues, strengthens governance practices, and reinforces confidence across clients, regulators, and stakeholders.

What you'll bring:

• Extensive experience leading compliance, anti-money laundering, risk management, or regulatory programs within banking, payments, fintech, merchant acquiring, or financial services organizations.
• Deep knowledge of BSP regulations, Anti-Money Laundering Act (AMLA) requirements, AMLC regulations, sanctions compliance, and financial crime risk management.
• Proven success partnering with senior leaders and regulators to navigate complex regulatory requirements and drive effective risk-based decisions.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to influence, mentor, and develop teams while fostering a culture of integrity and accountability.
• Exceptional analytical, communication, and decision-making capabilities, with experience managing complex compliance matters and regulatory engagements.

t's a bonus if you have:

• Professional certifications such as Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist (CAMS), International Compliance Association (ICA), Certified Regulatory Compliance Manager (CRCM), Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE), or equivalent credentials.
• Experience supporting compliance programs within multinational or global financial services organizations.
• Advanced expertise in payments, merchant acquiring, digital financial services, or emerging regulatory frameworks impacting the payments industry.

Additional Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Law, Finance, Accounting, Business, Risk Management, or a related discipline.
• Willingness to work onsite, as needed, at Vertis North, Quezon City .
• Demonstrated experience serving as a key liaison with financial regulators and government agencies.

About the team

Our inclusive and global teams win together every day. We're proud to have the best minds in the industry, who you can learn from as you grow your career. The people, the energy, the connections - it's unmatched. Come and be part of an ever-evolving company and get dynamic opportunities that go beyond borders.

The people, the energy, the connections - it's unmatched. Come and be part of an ever-evolving company and get dynamic opportunities that go beyond borders.

What makes a Globalpayer?

Globalpayers think like a client, act like an owner and win as one team. We're curious and innovative - always finding better ways to deliver impact. We empower each other to make decisions, and it's our passion that drives excellence in everything we set out to do.

Come and be part of an ever-evolving company and get dynamic opportunities that go beyond borders.

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