Metro Manila
Full Time
Philippines
Compliance
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UBS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We respect and seek to empower each individual and support the diverse cultures, perspectives, skills and experiences within our workforce.
As Head of Compliance and Operational Risk (CORC) – Philippines, you will have full end to end accountability for CORC locally, operating with independence, judgment, and clear escalation authority. You will work directly and closely with the business, providing hands on advice, constructive challenge, and proportionate, well reasoned solutions.
You will be closely connected to APAC and regional CORC leadership, and work in partnership with Legal, Risk, Operations, Finance and HR colleagues. You will be expected to leverage this broader network effectively, drawing on regional expertise, frameworks, and insights while retaining clear ownership of local regulatory, conduct, and operational risk outcomes.
You bring:
• Significant senior level experience in Compliance and Operational Risk (CORC), Regulatory, Risk, or Legal roles within a regulated financial services environment.
• Strong knowledge of Philippine regulatory frameworks, supervisory expectations, and regulatory engagement practices.
• Demonstrated ability to engage effectively and credibly with regulators, senior management, and business leadership.
• Proven judgment in managing complex, sensitive, or high risk matters, including the ability to balance independence with effective partnership.
• The ability to identify patterns, themes, and emerging risks, and translate them into clear insights and actions aligned with structured risk frameworks.
Preferred Qualifications:
• Degree in Law, Finance, Business, or a related discipline.
• Relevant professional or regulatory qualifications.
• Eligibility to hold an Associated Person/ Compliance Officer License and to act as Regulatory Manager and MLRO under applicable local regulations.
• Experience operating in a regional or global organisation with matrixed governance.
• A proactive, structured, and solutions oriented approach to risk management.
Why This Role Matters:
This is a high impact leadership role at the heart of the firm’s operations in the Philippines. You will play a critical role in maintaining regulatory trust, protecting the firm’s reputation, and shaping how Compliance and Operational Risk (CORC) partners with the business — as an independent, respected, and forward looking function.
If you are motivated by responsibility, influence, and the opportunity to make a meaningful difference, this role offers both challenge and purpose.
UBS is a leading and truly global wealth manager and the leading universal bank in Switzerland. We also provide diversified asset management solutions and focused investment banking capabilities. Headquartered in Zurich, Switzerland, UBS is present in more than 50 markets around the globe.
We know that great work is never done alone. That’s why we place collaboration at the heart of everything we do. Because together, we’re more than ourselves. Want to find out more? Visit ubs.com/careers
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