PR/119555 | Head of Risk & Compliance

Job title: Head of Risk & Compliance

Location: Bangkok
Industry: Financial Services 

About the Role

Our client, a leading and fast-growing organization in the financial services sector, is seeking an experienced Head of Risk & Compliance to lead critical functions across risk management, regulatory compliance, and legal governance. This role plays a key part in ensuring sustainable business operations while navigating a complex regulatory environment.

Key Responsibilities

Risk Management & Compliance Strategy

• Lead enterprise-wide risk assessments and implement effective mitigation frameworks

• Develop and enhance internal control systems and compliance policies

• Oversee crisis and incident management, ensuring business continuity and regulatory alignment

Regulatory & Legal Management

• Act as the key liaison with regulators, including the Bank of Thailand and relevant authorities

• Provide strategic legal advisory to senior management

• Monitor regulatory changes and assess impacts on business operations

• Review and manage contracts in both Thai and English

• Oversee AML/CFT frameworks in full compliance with regulatory requirements

Leadership & Governance

• Define and drive department strategy aligned with company objectives

• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing team

• Oversee departmental operations, process improvements, and annual budgeting

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Law

• Minimum 10 years of experience in Legal, Risk Management, or Compliance

• Strong background in financial institutions or non-bank businesses is highly preferred

• At least 3–5 years of people management experience

• Licensed Attorney-at-Law

• In-depth knowledge of relevant regulations (e.g., BOT, PDPA, AML/CFT, OCPB)

• Excellent communication skills English (business level or above)

• Strong leadership, negotiation, and crisis management capabilities

• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced and high-pressure environment

Why Apply?

• Opportunity to work with a market-leading organization

• Strategic leadership exposure with senior stakeholders

• Competitive compensation and benefits package

• High-impact role shaping risk and compliance frameworks

Apply now or contact us for a confidential discussion.
All applications will be treated with strict confidentiality.