Head of Legal Compliance and Risk

Company Description SMARTSWIFT / 33 Remittance Company Limited is a finance and fintech business specializing in international currency exchange and money transfer services. The company supports exchanges on over 30 global currencies, serving customers who need Thai baht for travel or foreign currency for international transactions. SMARTSWIFT focuses on providing convenient, reliable, and competitive exchange and remittance services to individuals and businesses. Operating in a fast-paced financial environment, the company emphasizes customer service, compliance, and secure cross-border money transfers. Its presence in Bangkok positions it at the center of regional financial activity and international currency flows.
Role Description The Head of Legal Compliance and Risk is a full-time, on-site role based in Bangkok. This role is responsible for designing and overseeing the company's legal, regulatory compliance, and risk management framework, particularly for currency exchange and remittance operations. Day-to-day tasks include monitoring regulatory developments, drafting and reviewing policies, ensuring alignment with local and international financial regulations, and providing legal advice on contracts, partnerships, and new products. The role also involves conducting and supervising due diligence, managing internal audits related to compliance, and coordinating with regulators and external legal counsel as needed. The Head of Legal Compliance and Risk will collaborate with executive leadership and operational teams to mitigate legal and operational risks, establish robust controls, and promote a strong culture of compliance across the organization.
Qualifications

• Strong expertise in Regulatory Compliance and Legal Compliance relevant to financial services, fintech, currency exchange, and remittance.
• Solid background in Law, including the ability to interpret and apply Thai and international financial regulations and industry standards.
• Demonstrated experience providing clear, practical Legal Advice to business stakeholders on contracts, policies, and new initiatives.
• Proficiency in conducting and overseeing Due Diligence for clients, partners, and transactions to identify and mitigate legal and compliance risks.
• Bachelor's degree or higher in Law, Legal Studies, or a related field; professional legal qualification or bar admission is an advantage.
• Experience in compliance, risk management, or legal roles within banking, fintech, payments, or foreign exchange industries.
• Knowledge of AML, KYC, data protection, and other relevant financial regulations and risk frameworks.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to lead and develop a compliance team.
• Fluency in English; Thai language proficiency is highly beneficial.