Strategic Governance & Risk Oversight Officer

East West Banking Corporation; Philippines; Hybrid; PHP 1,200,000 - 2,400,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary package

Performance-based incentives

Mentorship and career development

Job summary

East West Banking Corporation invites experienced professionals to join our Enterprise Oversight Office in Taguig as Strategic Oversight Officer. You will support governance initiatives, help institutionalize strong governance practices, and reinforce our reputation as a well-managed institution.

In this hybrid role, you will collaborate with Audit, Risk, Compliance, and ISDPO teams to track milestones, prepare reports, and drive strategic initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, or related field (Master's preferred).
• Professional certification in governance, risk management, audit, and internal control is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Support Head of Enterprise Oversight Office in implementing governance initiatives.
• Identify and escalate potential risks related to advisory decisions; propose solutions.
• Manage EOO-related projects across Audit, Risk, Compliance, and related teams.

Skills

Governance knowledge

Risk management

Audit & compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business/Finance

Master's degree (advantage)

Job description

About The Job

Location: Taguig

Corporate Title: Senior Assistant Vice President

Work Arrangement: Hybrid

Our Enterprise Oversight Office is looking for experienced professionals to join us in Taguig with the role of Strategic Oversight Officer.

In this role, you will support the Head of Enterprise Oversight Office in implementing governance initiatives aligned with the Bank's strategies and frameworks. You will help institutionalize effective governance practices, processes, and capabilities that strengthen organizational integrity and reinforce the Bank's reputation as a well-managed and trusted institution.

Your dream. Our focus.

East West Banking Corporation (EastWest) is one of the largest universal banks in the Philippines, and is committed to continuously invest in people and in process, product, and service enhancements, and embrace new ideas to enhance the EastWest experience.

We empower our employees to drive their careers and are committed to provide the runway for them to grow. We value teamwork and individual initiative. Join us and be part of a highly engaged team, and a workplace that promotes development and goal attainment.

Whether you're just starting out, or already a seasoned professional, EastWest can help you unleash your potential, and bridge the gap between dream to success.

What The Role Will Entail

• Support risk management efforts by tracking compliance with regulations, policies, and procedures, and maintaining relevant documentation
• Identify potential risks related to advisory decisions, escalate issues, and recommend practical solutions
• Manage EOO-related projects by monitoring milestones, deadlines, and deliverables across Audit, Risk, Compliance, BPPM, Enterprise Fraud, and ISDPO teams
• Conduct research and analyze data to generate insights, reports, and recommendations that support strategic decision-making
• Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders, acting as a liaison to ensure effective implementation of initiatives
• Prepare and maintain documentation, including reports, correspondence, and meeting materials, ensuring organized and efficient operations
• Drive follow-through on action items and support stakeholder engagement to ensure alignment and successful execution of strategies
  
  
  

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, or any related field; a Master's degree is an advantage.
• Professional certification in governance, risk management, audit, and internal control
• 5 to 7 years of progressive experience in banking regulations, corporate governance, risk management, audit, and compliance
• Strong knowledge of banking industry dynamics, customer needs, innovation, and technology trends
• Expertise in bank regulations, ethical principles, governance frameworks, policies, procedures, and tools
  
  
  

What You Can Expect From Joining Our Team

• Career development and training opportunities
• Competitive salary package and benefits
• Performance-based incentives and recognition programs to reward high-performing individuals
• Opportunity to work with industry experts and be mentored by them
• Defined career progression paths to guide you in your professional growth