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Job Opening: Compliance Officer Role in Yangon

Deadline to Apply: February 15, 2024

The Corporate Planning Division in Yangon is seeking a skilled Compliance Officer to join their team. As a key member of the division, you will be responsible for investigating compliance cases, providing expert advice on regulatory requirements, and ensuring the organization’s adherence to laws, regulations, and policies.

Job Objective: Provide expert advice and guidance on regulatory requirements and internal policies to ensure compliance within the organization.

Key Roles and Responsibilities:

  • Ensure compliance with laws, regulations, policies, and procedures
  • Conduct account activity reviews and investigations to identify unusual and suspicious patterns
  • Oversee policy outlines for reporting misconduct and noncompliance
  • Effectively communicate compliance incident outcomes to relevant departments
  • Implement regular employee training on Internal Control and compliance
  • Manage a compliance team in a productive and professional manner
  • Collaborate with legal and regulatory bodies to address compliance-related issues

Additional Responsibilities:

  • Maintain records and files of all documents and checklists
  • Provide strategic direction to the management team regarding compliance
  • Create and present concise compliance reports to Senior Management
  • Ensure timely updates of relevant documents

Requirements:

  • Strong background in compliance, risk management, or legal fields
  • At least 5 years of experience in the financial services industry, particularly in compliance, fraud investigation, and auditing
  • Good knowledge of the legal framework and financial sector
  • Data analytical skills, coaching skills, English language proficiency, and Microsoft Office environment

Preferred Qualifications:

  • University degree in law, finance, or any business-related degrees/MBA
  • Post-graduate insurance diploma and accounting-related postgraduate diplomas

If you are interested in this exciting opportunity to join the Corporate Planning Division team, please submit your application by February 15, 2024. Similar jobs can be found on our website.