Company Description

SMARTSWIFT / 33 Remittance Company Limited is a finance and fintech business specializing in international currency exchange and money transfer services. The company provides hassle-free exchange for more than 30 global currencies, serving customers who need to convert Thai baht to foreign currencies and vice versa. SMARTSWIFT focuses on offering competitive exchange rates and reliable remittance services for individuals and businesses. With a strong presence in Bangkok and an emphasis on secure, compliant operations, the company aims to make global transactions simple, fast, and trustworthy.

Role Description

The Head of Legal Compliance is a full-time, on-site role based in Bangkok, responsible for overseeing all legal and compliance matters for SMARTSWIFT / 33 Remittance Company Limited. This role includes designing and maintaining compliance frameworks aligned with local and international financial regulations, and monitoring regulatory changes affecting currency exchange and remittance activities. The Head of Legal Compliance will review and draft contracts, policies, and customer-facing documentation, provide legal advice to leadership and operational teams, and lead due diligence on new products, partners, and vendors. Day-to-day responsibilities include conducting compliance audits, managing regulatory reporting, overseeing licensing and registrations, handling escalated legal and compliance issues, and coordinating with regulators and external counsel as needed. The role also involves training staff on compliance requirements, promoting a strong compliance culture, and supporting risk management initiatives across the organization.

Qualifications

- Strong expertise in Regulatory Compliance and Legal Compliance within financial services or fintech, particularly in currency exchange and remittance.

- Professional background in Law, with experience interpreting and applying relevant banking, anti-money laundering (AML), counter-terrorist financing (CTF), and data protection regulations.

- Proficiency in providing Legal Advice to senior management and operational teams, including reviewing and drafting contracts, policies, and internal guidelines.

- Demonstrated ability to conduct thorough Due Diligence on partners, vendors, and new products, assessing legal, compliance, and operational risks.

- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Law or related field; bar admission or relevant legal certification is an advantage.

- Experience in a senior compliance or legal leadership role within financial services, payments, or fintech in Thailand or the region.

- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills, with attention to detail and a risk-based mindset.

- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English; Thai language proficiency is highly beneficial.

- Ability to lead and develop a compliance team, collaborate cross-functionally, and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

SMARTSWIFT is Hiring: Head of Legal Compliance