Deputy Chief Compliance Officer

About the Position

Join the Pioneer Crypto Brand in the Philippines!

Coins is the most established crypto brand in The Philippines and has gained the trust of more than 18 million users. Through the easy-to-use mobile app, users can buy and sell a variety of different cryptocurrencies and access a wide range of financial services.

Coins is fully regulated by the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) and is the first ever crypto-based company in Asia to hold both Virtual Currency and Electronic Money Issuer licenses from a central bank.

We are looking for a Deputy Chief Compliance Officer to join our team in Taguig City, Metro Manila, Philippines. This is a full-time position with a hybrid work arrangement.

Responsibilities

Regulatory Compliance & Risk Management

• Ensure the company’s operations comply with the regulations of the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP), including relevant circulars, laws, and industry standards.
• Develop, implement, and maintain a risk-based compliance framework and programs, including AML/CTF, data privacy, and operational risk.
• Identify compliance risks, recommend mitigation measures, and monitor implementation across all business units.
• Conduct regular compliance audits, reviews, and assessments to evaluate the effectiveness of compliance programs.

Policy, Training & Advisory

• Draft, review, and update compliance policies, procedures, and internal controls.
• Provide compliance guidance to management, business units, and employees, including AML/CTF and regulatory reporting obligations.
• Lead compliance training programs to ensure employees understand organizational policies and regulatory requirements.

Reporting & Governance

• Serve as the primary point of contact for BSP inspections, audits, and regulatory inquiries.
• Report compliance risks, issues, and remediation plans directly to the Board of Directors or Audit Committee.
• Prepare and submit regulatory reports to BSP and other relevant authorities.

Team Leadership & Operational Management

• Supervise, mentor, and guide the compliance team in executing daily activities and compliance programs.
• Oversee compliance budgets, projects, and initiatives to ensure effective execution of the compliance mandate.
• Collaborate with Legal, Risk, and other departments to address regulatory and compliance matters.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Law, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field. Advanced degree preferred.
• Minimum 7-10 years of experience in compliance, preferably in a BSP-regulated financial institution or financial services company.
• Strong knowledge of BSP circulars, AML/CTF regulations, data privacy, and relevant Philippine financial regulations.
• Professional certifications such as CAMS or equivalent are a plus.
• Excellent analytical, leadership, and communication skills.
• High integrity, strong ethical standards, and the ability to act independently.

We Offer

• Meaningful Collaborations - The successful candidate will work cross-functionally with other relevant teams to carry out implementations that will improve and create an impact on customer experience.
• Scalable Growth - Be part of a fast-growing organization with the vision to expand its territories outside APAC which will provide opportunities for career advancement.
• A Space For Bright Ideas - Let your bright ideas be converted into meaningful changes! Coins culture welcomes new ideas backed up by data to create an impact.

About the Company

Coins is the leading crypto brand in the Philippines, trusted by over 18 million users. We are fully regulated by the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) and are committed to providing a secure and innovative platform for buying and selling cryptocurrencies.

Join the Coins Team Now!

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.