Build and maintain high-level relationships with Thai government officials, the Ministry of Finance (MOF), and the Ministry of Digital Economy and Society (MDES) to advocate for the organisation's interests
Develop and execute government relations strategies tailored to the Thai political landscape, ensuring the company's voice is heard in policy discussions regarding the digital economy and national financial infrastructure
Provide strategic guidance to the management team on Thai regulatory trends, Cabinet resolutions, and upcoming legislative changes that impact market entry and operational licensing
Lead and oversee all legal and regulatory matters related to Bank of Thailand (BOT) regulated financial services, including licensing (e.g., Virtual Banking, e-Money), ongoing compliance, and regulatory reporting
Act as the primary liaison with the MOF for the maintenance and acquisition of necessary financial operating license
Ensure strict adherence to the applicable laws including but not limited to the Personal Data Protection Act and the Anti-Money Laundering/Counter-Terrorism Financing (AML/CTF) requirements
Manage engagement with industry bodies, the Digital Economy Promotion Agency (DEPA), and relevant business forums to align on industry standards
Direct fintech operations to align with BOT guidelines on digital financial innovation and the Regulatory Sandbox initiatives
Represent the company at external events, industry conferences, and regulatory workshops organized by the BOT and MDES
Be responsible for signing legal letters and documents according to Thai law and corporate regulations
Requirements:
Bachelor's degree in Law, Political Science, Economics, Business Administration, or a related discipline. A Master's degree is highly preferred
At least 10–15 years of leadership experience, with significant time spent in government relations, external affairs, or regulatory-heavy roles within the Thai market
Proven success in building and managing relationships with key officials at the MOF, BOT, and MDES
Strong hands-on experience dealing with BOT regulations, licensing processes, and direct supervisory engagement at a senior leadership level
Deep understanding of the Thai legislative process and regulatory policy issues, particularly concerning the Digital Economy, Electronic Transactions, and Cabinet-level decision-making
Solid understanding of AML/CTF requirements, PDPA, consumer protection, and corporate governance
Excellent communication skills, with the ability to communicate complex issues effectively in both English and Thai
Deep understanding of the Thai fintech market and the local digital economy landscape
Excellent network within the Thai fintech industry and professional associations
