Senior Compliance & AML Lead, Philippines

Remitly; Philippines; On-site; PHP 1,800,000 - 2,600,000; Full time

Job summary

Remitly Philippines is seeking a seasoned Compliance Officer and AML Compliance Officer to lead the local compliance program, align with BSP and AMLC requirements, and manage regulatory risk across the Philippine business. You will report to the Head of Compliance APAC and work with cross-functional teams to adapt controls to changing regulatory demands.

In this role you will oversee monitoring, training, reporting to the board, and liaison with authorities, ensuring rigorous record-keeping and

Qualifications

• 10+ years of working experience within the compliance & AML sector, ideally within the financial services/fintech/remittance industry.
• Experience with the BSP and AMLC regulatory obligations, including the requirements for a designated and AMLC-registered Compliance Officer.
• Proven problem solving and analytical skills with a get it done mindset.
• Ability to partner effectively and communicate with internal and external stakeholders.
• Proactive, extreme attention to detail and operates with a high degree of discretion.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Document and maintain compliance manuals and documentation, including MTPP.
• Act as point of contact for BSP, AMLC and other Philippine authorities.
• Provide regular compliance reporting to the Board and Management.
• Establish and maintain a compliance monitoring program.
• Define knowledge level for regulatory requirements.
• Maintain regulatory training program and ensure employee training on compliance.
• Record keeping and regulatory returns submissions to BSP.
• Liaise with BSP, AMLC and authorities on examinations and inquiries.
• Oversee day-to-day AML policies, controls and processes.
• Receive notifications from employees and act under AMLA and related laws.
• File CTRs and STRs with AMLC within prescribed timeframes.
• Collaborate with authorities and internal stakeholders.
• Identify vulnerabilities and propose remediation actions.
• Monitor changes in laws and provide guidance for implementation.
• Undertake ad hoc duties as required.

Skills

Compliance & AML

Regulatory reporting

Stakeholder communication

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Job description

Remitly Philippines is seeking a seasoned Compliance Officer and AML Compliance Officer to lead the local compliance program, align with BSP and AMLC requirements, and manage regulatory risk across the Philippine business. You will report to the Head of Compliance APAC and work with cross-functional teams to adapt controls to changing regulatory demands.

In this role you will oversee monitoring, training, reporting to the board, and liaison with authorities, ensuring rigorous record-keeping and