Compliance Analyst

Safeguarding Finance, Strengthening Trust

Step into a career where compliance expertise meets global opportunity. If you're passionate about financial integrity and driven to make a mark in the financial services industry, this role is your chance to grow on an international scale. Enjoy global exposure, impactful responsibilities, and the freedom of working from home-all while contributing to a trusted financial institution.

Job Description

As a Compliance Analyst, you will ensure seamless KYC/AML onboarding, monitor client compliance, and uphold financial integrity by maintaining high standards of due diligence and regulatory alignment.

Job Overview

Employment type: Full-time

Shift: Night shift, weekends off (flexibility required for UK training schedule)

Work setup: Work from Home (Occasionally may require reporting to the Metro Manila site for collaboration, training, or other activities)

Exciting Perks Await

• Day 1 HMO coverage with free dependent
• Competitive salary package
• Night differential pay to maximize your earnings
• WFH arrangement
• Fixed weekends off
• Salary Advance Program through our banking partner (Eligibility and approval subject to bank assessment. Available to account holders with minimum of 6 months company tenure.)
• Unlimited upskilling through Emapta Academy courses (Want to know more? Visit )
• Free 24/7 access to our office gyms (Ortigas and Makati) with a free physical fitness trainer
• Exclusive Emapta Lifestyle perks (hotel and restaurant discounts, and more)
• Unlimited opportunities for employee referral incentives across the organization
• Standard government and Emapta benefits
• Total of 20 annual leaves to be used at your discretion (including 5 credits convertible to cash)
• Fun engagement activities for employees
• Mentorship and exposure to global leaders and teams
• Career growth opportunities
• Diverse and supportive work environment

The Qualifications We Seek

• Bachelor's degree
• Minimum of 3-5 years of KYC/AML experience
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English
• Self-starter with an entrepreneurial business focus
• Strong time-management skills and attention to detail
• Ability to manage priorities effectively while balancing competing demands and tight deadlines
• In-depth knowledge of KYC and AML, particularly onboarding entities across multiple jurisdictions and risk considerations
• Up-to-date understanding of regulatory requirements
• Strong knowledge of complex entity types (Private Companies, PLCs, Funds, FIs, Trusts, Foundations, SOEs)
• Well-rounded and experienced in KYC operations
• Ability to identify red flags and escalate issues appropriately
• Understanding of Loan Agency, Debt Capital Markets, and Restructuring/Bankruptcy industry (highly advantageous)
• Ability to build and maintain strong internal and external relationships
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and respond to client demands promptly
• Outgoing personality with the ability to deal directly with diverse clients in a professional and constructive manner, aligned with GLAS values, policies, and procedures
• Highly organized with a "can do" attitude
• Proactive thinker and planner with a strong work ethic

Your Daily Tasks

• Onboard entities in line with applicable AML policy requirements
• Prepare KYC files and update the customer database (CDD/EDD)
• Communicate directly with clients via email during KYC onboarding in English
• Participate and contribute to daily team calls in English
• Conduct open-source research and review documents from new and existing clients to meet policy requirements
• Prepare clear and concise ownership and control details for each client record
• Perform client screening and ongoing monitoring via WorldCheck
• Conduct quality control checks of peers' cases
• Manage workload proactively, balancing competing priorities and stakeholders
• Review and update internal procedure documents periodically for senior management approval
• Maintain awareness of AML/CTF regulations and upcoming changes
• Demonstrate full understanding of transactions being onboarded and the service provided by GLAS; escalate cases not in line with company policy as gatekeeper

About the Client

Our client is a trusted leader in the financial services industry, specializing in agency, trust, and loan administration solutions for clients worldwide. With a strong focus on compliance and innovation, they provide services across debt capital markets, restructuring, and corporate finance. Their expertise ensures financial transparency, operational efficiency, and long-term partnerships built on trust and excellence.

Welcome to Emapta Philippines

Join a team that values camaraderie, excellence, and growth. Recognized as one of the Top 20 Dream Companies of Filipinos in 2024, Emapta stands proudly alongside industry giants, offering stability and exciting career opportunities. Your career flourishes here with competitive compensation, international clients, and a work culture focused on collaboration and innovation. Work with global clients across industries, supported by a stable foundation and like-minded professionals passionate about making an impact. We empower your success with opportunities for personal and professional development in an inclusive environment. Apply now and be part of the #EmaptaEra