Head of Compliance

ACG_3714_JOB Our client, a leading company in financial services sector in Vietnam, is looking for a qualified candidate to join their firm. Regulatory Strategy and Licensing Lead the preparation and submission of all compliance-related components required to obtain licences under the applicable regulatory framework in Vietnam. Serve as the primary point of contact with the relevant regulatory authorities. Interpret regulatory requirements and translate them into internal policies, system specifications, and operational controls. Support regulatory inspections, licensing assessments, and pre-launch audits, where applicable. Compliance Framework Ownership Design, implement, and continuously enhance the end-to-end compliance framework, including anti-money laundering and counter-terrorist financing, customer identification and due diligence, enhanced due diligence, customer risk classification, transaction monitoring, sanctions screening, and regulatory reporting. Establish and maintain internal compliance policies, procedures, and control frameworks in alignment with local regulations and international best practices. Control Design and System Governance Define and approve compliance control points across all key operational processes of the exchange. Work closely with the Product and Technology teams to ensure that compliance requirements are incorporated into system design and architecture. Review and approve rule logic, thresholds, and escalation criteria for anti-money laundering and customer identification systems. Oversight of Compliance Operations Oversee the execution of customer identification and anti-money laundering activities by operational teams. Ensure that all activities comply with approved policies. Maintain consistency in decision-making. Ensure the timely escalation of high-risk cases. Review and approve critical or high-risk cases, including account restrictions, account freezes, and suspicious transaction reports. Regulatory Reporting and External Engagement Ensure that all regulatory reports are submitted accurately, completely, and within the required timelines. Act as the primary liaison with regulatory authorities in relation to audits, inspections, and incident reporting. Represent the Company in regulatory discussions, consultations, and policy alignment sessions. Governance, Risk Escalation, and Board Reporting Escalate material compliance risks to the Board of Directors and provide clear recommendations for appropriate action. Recommend the suspension or restriction of products, accounts, or activities where compliance risks are identified. Maintain functional independence from business and operational teams. Compliance Culture and Training Develop and promote a strong compliance culture throughout the Company. Design and deliver training programmes to ensure that all teams understand applicable regulatory obligations and internal policies. Requirements Bachelor’s degree in Law, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field. A Master’s degree is a strong advantage. 8-10 years of experience in Compliance or Risk Management, including 3-5 years in a senior leadership position at Head or Deputy Head level within Fintech, Crypto, or Financial Services. Professional certifications such as CAMS, ICA, or CRCM are highly preferred. In-depth knowledge of Vietnamese financial legislation and regulations governing digital assets. Proven experience working directly with Vietnamese regulatory authorities on licensing matters, audits, and regulatory submissions. Practical experience establishing compliance frameworks from the ground up and managing pre-launch compliance arrangements. Strong expertise in designing and operating AML and KYC frameworks, transaction monitoring systems, and regulatory reporting processes. Demonstrated experience leading and scaling compliance teams within high-growth companies or start-up environments. A high level of integrity, together with strong strategic problem-solving capabilities in complex or ambiguous situations. Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills. Contact: Thao Phan or Gia Huy Due to the immense number of applicants, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.