At Qashier, compliance is not a back-office function — it is a core enabler of how we scale payments and financial services across Southeast Asia.

As we expand into new markets and launch new financial products, we're looking for a Regional Head of Compliance to build and lead a scalable, regulator-ready compliance function that supports both growth and risk management.

This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a high-growth, build-from-zero environment — where you will shape frameworks, influence product decisions, and work directly with leadership, regulators, and banking partners.

Key Responsibilities

Strengthen Regional Compliance Foundations

• Build and enhance AML/CFT frameworks, KYB standards, and compliance policies aligned with MAS and regional regulations
• Establish a clear compliance governance model across Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand, and the Philippines

Own Regulatory & Partner Engagement

• Act as the primary point of contact with regulators, banking partners, and auditors
• Lead regulatory reviews, audits, and ongoing compliance reporting
• Proactively interpret and implement regulatory changes across markets

Establish Risk-Based Merchant Approval Frameworks

• Define and operationalise L2/L3 escalation frameworks for medium to high-risk merchants
• Ensure strong decision-making standards for KYB, sanctions screening, and enhanced due diligence
• Partner with Ops (Merchant Onboarding team) where:
  • Low-risk merchants are auto-approved
  • Escalations are routed to Compliance for approval

Build Scalable Transaction Monitoring & Risk Controls

• Design and implement transaction monitoring frameworks and fraud controls
• Establish risk KPIs, dashboards, and reporting frameworks for leadership visibility
• Continuously improve controls as we scale new products and markets

Partner Cross-Functionally to Enable Growth

• Work closely with Product, Engineering, Operations, and Commercial teams to embed compliance into systems and workflows
• Ensure compliance is practical, scalable, and does not hinder business growth

What Success Looks Like

• Compliance frameworks are audit-ready and regulator-aligned across markets
• Clear risk-based approval structure for merchant onboarding (L1 auto vs L2/L3 compliance review)
• Strong regulator and banking partner confidence in Qashier's compliance setup
• Scalable systems for transaction monitoring and KYB risk management
• Compliance is seen internally as a growth enabler, not a blocker

What We're Looking For

• 6–10+ years in fintech, payments, banking, or regulated financial services
• Strong experience in AML/CFT, KYB, transaction monitoring, and regulatory compliance
• Proven track record engaging with regulators (e.g., MAS) and managing audits or licensing
• Experience building or scaling compliance frameworks in a fast-moving environment
• Ability to operate both strategically and hands-on

Strong commercial judgment — able to balance risk, speed, and growth

About Qashier

Qashier (qashier.com) is a venture-backed startup that is transforming the way retail and F&B operations manage payments, loyalty programs, and business data. Our Qashier SuperTerminal is an all-in-one, cloud-based POS device that allows merchants to streamline their operations while offering integrated payment solutions. With Qashier, merchants get the tools they need to grow their business efficiently.

Ready to Drive Business Growth and Transform POS Solutions?

Click Apply or reach out to micah.bulatao@qashier.com to start your journey with Qashier today!