Senior Compliance Officer

GAVIN VENTURES, INC.; Taguig; Hybrid; PHP 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Job summary

GAVIN VENTURES, INC. in Taguig seeks a Senior Compliance Officer to oversee, implement, and maintain the compliance program across the organization. You will monitor laws, design policies, and conduct audits to minimize risk while upholding integrity and transparency.

The role requires a law or related degree with 3–5 years in legal compliance or regulatory affairs, and strong communication skills to present findings to leadership and regulators. Knowledge of data privacy is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Law, Business Administration, Finance, Risk Management, or a related discipline.
• Minimum 3–5 years of progressive experience in legal compliance, corporate risk management, or regulatory affairs.
• In-depth knowledge of local regulatory compliance standards, corporate governance, and data privacy regulations.

Responsibilities

• Monitor changes in laws, industry regulations, and legal developments to ensure business practices remain compliant.
• Design, review, and update internal compliance policies, procedures, and code of conduct standards.
• Conduct regular internal audits and risk assessments to identify operational vulnerabilities and develop targeted risk mitigation strategies.
• Plan and deliver interactive training programs to educate employees across all departments on compliance policies and ethical standards.
• Lead internal investigations into compliance breaches, whistleblowing reports, or fraud allegations, and present regular compliance reports to executive management and regulatory bodies.
• Handle submissions, filings, and communications with government agencies and oversight authorities.

Skills

Analytical skills

Investigative abilities

Problem-solving

Oral and written communication

Education

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

Job description

About the role

We are seeking an experienced and analytical Senior Compliance Officer to oversee, implement, and maintain our department compliance program. In this role, you will ensure our operations, policies, and business practices adhere to all relevant legal standards, regulatory requirements, and internal guidelines. You are expected to assist us in organising responses, managing risk assessments, and cultivating an organizational culture of integrity and transparency.

Key responsibilities

• Monitor changes in laws, industry regulations, and legal developments to ensure business practices remain compliant
• Design, review, and update internal compliance policies, procedures, and code of conduct standards
• Conduct regular internal audits and risk assessments to identify operational vulnerabilities and develop targeted risk mitigation strategies
• Plan and deliver interactive training programs to educate employees across all departments on compliance policies and ethical standards
• Lead internal investigations into compliance breaches, whistleblowing reports, or fraud allegations, and present regular compliance reports to executive management and regulatory bodies
• Handle submissions, filings, and communications with government agencies and oversight authorities

About you

• Bachelor's degree in Law, Business Administration, Finance, Risk Management, or a related discipline
• Minimum 3–5 years of progressive experience in legal compliance, corporate risk management, or regulatory affairs
• In-depth knowledge of local regulatory compliance standards, corporate governance, and data privacy regulations
• Exceptional analytical, investigative, and problem-solving abilities
• Strong oral and written communication skills with the ability to present findings to board level stakeholders
• High level of professional integrity, discretion, and objectivity
• Certified Compliance Professional (CCP), Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist (CAMS), or equivalent certifications are preferred