Job title: Compliance Officer
Job type: Full-Time
Emp type: Full-time
Industry: FinTech
Functional Expertise: Banking & Finance
Skills: Compliance
Job published: 2026-03-15
Job ID: 49806

Job Description

Key Responsibilities:

You will:

  • Develop and implement the Compliance Program, including policies and procedures that ensure adherence to regulatory requirements.
  • Identify, assess, and monitor compliance risks affecting the bank and recommend appropriate control measures.
  • Oversee preparation of the Annual Compliance Plan, including risk-based compliance testing and monitoring activities.
  • Ensure the bank’s Compliance System is aligned with BSP requirements, including governance structure and internal controls.
  • Serve as the primary point of contact with the BSP on compliance matters.
  • Oversee timely submission of all regulatory reports such as the Compliance Officer’s Annual Report, AMLA-related filings and other required reports.
  • Monitor new laws, regulations, and BSP issuances, assess their impact, and ensure timely implementation within the bank.
  • Serve as the primary point of contact with the BSP on compliance matters.
  • Oversee timely submission of all regulatory reports such as the Compliance Officer’s Annual Report, AMLA-related filings and other required reports.
  • Monitor new laws, regulations, and BSP issuances, assess their impact, and ensure timely implementation within the bank.
  • Conduct compliance reviews and testing to evaluate adherence to regulatory requirements and internal policies.
  • Prepare and submit Compliance Monitoring Reports to management and the Board-level Compliance Committee.
  • Ensure that findings and regulatory exceptions are corrected and addressed promptly.
  • Provide compliance advice to business units on new products, services, and processes.
  • Oversee regular compliance training programs to promote a strong compliance culture across the bank.
  • Ensure that employees understand their regulatory obligations and the importance of compliance.
  • Maintain independence from business units.
  • Provide direct reporting access to the Board of Directors and its Compliance Committee.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accountancy, Finance, Business Administration, or similar.
  • 5–8 years of compliance, audit, or risk experience, ideally in banking or financial services.
  • Strong command of BSP regulations, MORB/MORNBFI, and AMLA guidelines.
  • Confident in handling regulatory interactions and audits.
  • Analytical, detail-oriented, and ethical; strong documentation and communication skills.
  • Must be willing to work onsite in Iloilo.

Work Location: Iloilo City

Work Set- Up: Onsite, Banking Hours