Compliance Manager

Key Responsibilities:

• Monitor and review regulatory changes issued by the Bank of Lao P.D.R (BOL), AML laws, and other relevant authorities.

• Assist in the development and implementation of compliance policies, procedures, and internal controls to ensure effective regulatory compliance.

• Support compliance risk assessments and conduct regular compliance reviews or audits to identify gaps and areas for improvement.

• Monitor daily banking operations for suspicious transactions, AML/CTF red flags, and compliance breaches.

• Prepare and submit regulatory reports to the BOL and other authorities on a timely basis.

• Conduct KYC/CDD reviews and support the onboarding process for high-risk customers or entities.

• Assist in investigating suspicious activity reports (SARs) and coordinate with the relevant departments for reporting and documentation.

• Provide compliance advisory support to business units and ensure all new products/services comply with applicable laws.

• Deliver compliance training and awareness programs to staff across departments.

• Maintain accurate compliance documentation, logs, and registers.

• Support internal and external audit processes and follow up on audit findings.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Law, Finance, Banking, Business Administration, or related field.

• At least 4-5 years of experience in compliance, legal, audit, or risk management roles in the banking or financial services industry.

• Strong knowledge of Lao banking regulations, AML/CTF laws, and BOL requirements.

• Experience working with regulatory bodies and preparing compliance reports.

• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

• High integrity, attention to detail, and ability to work independently.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

• Fluency in Lao and good command of English (both written and verbal).