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ROLE PURPOSE

The role is responsible for execution of the bank’s compliance oversight program by conducting reviews, identifying compliance gaps, and monitoring remediation actions to ensure adherence to regulatory requirements and internal policies.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Execute compliance oversight reviews across business units to assess adherence to regulatory requirements and internal policies.
• Support the implementation of the annual risk‑based compliance oversight plan based on identified risk areas.
• Perform compliance risk assessment activities and contribute to risk rating updates.
• Manage regulatory and policy gap analysis, translating gaps into clear remediation actions with defined ownership and timelines, and monitor progress until closure.
• Stay updated on changes in relevant laws and regulations to ensure the compliance framework remains current and effective.
• Support the establishment and maintenance of the bank‑wide SOP repository, ensuring appropriate structure, ownership, and version control.
• Conduct risk‑based reviews and testing of SOPs and processes to assess effectiveness and compliance with regulatory and policy requirements.
• Support implementation of process improvement framework, including issue tracking, escalation, and root cause analysis.
• Prepare clear and concise compliance review reports highlighting findings and recommended actions.
• Track and follow up on compliance issues to ensure timely and evidence‑based closure.
• Maintain proper documentation and robust working papers for all oversight activities.
• Coordinate with business units and stakeholders to facilitate compliance reviews and remediation actions.
• Support team development and contribute to knowledge sharing within the Compliance Oversight function.
• Participate in regulatory projects and compliance initiatives with business impact.
• Perform other related duties as required.

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED

Education & Special Training

Essential

• University degree in Business/Finance/Banking/Law or related fields.

Desirable

• Professional Certification(s) in Compliance, Risk, Audit, Governance (e.g., ACCA, CPA, CIA or equivalent)
•  Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, and email communication.
•  Strong written communication skills in both English and Burmese.

Experience

• Minimum 2-3 years of experience in compliance, risk management and audit or a related file within the banking or financial service industry.
• At least one year in managerial role demonstrating the ability to manage workflows and monitor the implementation of compliance programs or projects.
• Proven experience in managing compliance programs, regulatory projects and facilitating cross functional collaboration.

Knowledge & Skills

• Strong knowledge of banking regulations, compliance requirements and audit methodologies.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving and report-writing skills
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate and influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Demonstrated leaderships, including team management and development.
• Strong professional attitude, with a proactive, accountable and solution-oriented mindset.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly PowerPoint for preparing presentations and compliance reporting.

Languages

• Excellent interpersonal & communication skills in both English and Myanmar language.