Regional Head of Compliance & Onboarding at Qashier

Kuala Lumpur, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

23 Jun, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

25 Mar, 26

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Compliance Framework, AML/CFT, Payments Regulations, Licensing, Data Protection, Regulatory Engagement, Auditing, Risk Assessment, Onboarding Systems, KYC/KYB, Risk Scoring, Transaction Monitoring, Fraud Prevention, Workflow Optimisation, Risk Management, Team Leadership

Industry

IT Services and IT Consulting

Description

As we expand across markets and launch new financial products, compliance isn't a back-office function — it's a strategic enabler of growth. Were looking for a Regional Head of Compliance & Onboarding to help us scale responsibly, strengthen regulatory partnerships, and design onboarding systems that are both friction-light and risk-intelligent. If you thrive at the intersection of regulation, product, and growth — this role is for you. This is a regional leadership role responsible for owning and evolving our compliance framework while building best-in-class merchant onboarding systems. You will work closely with Product, Engineering, Sales, Operations, Banking Partners, and Regulators to ensure we grow fast — and safely. What You'll Own Compliance Leadership Own and continuously enhance our compliance framework (AML/CFT, payments regulations, licensing, data protection). Act as primary liaison with regulators, banking partners, and auditors. Monitor regulatory developments across operating markets and proactively implement required changes. Lead internal compliance training, governance practices, and policy frameworks. Oversee compliance risk assessments, incident management, and executive reporting. Merchant & Partner Onboarding Design risk-based, friction-light onboarding processes that balance regulatory requirements with commercial growth. Oversee KYC/KYB verification, sanctions screening, risk scoring, and enhanced due diligence. Improve onboarding turnaround times and conversion rates through automation and workflow optimisation. Partner with Product and Engineering to build scalable onboarding tools and controls. Collaborate with Sales and Merchant Growth to deliver a seamless merchant experience. Risk, Controls & Monitoring Establish compliance KPIs, dashboards, and reporting frameworks. Implement scalable transaction monitoring and fraud prevention systems. Ensure strong documentation, audit readiness, and policy adherence. Drive continuous improvement in risk controls as we scale new markets and products. Team & Cross-Functional Leadership Build and lead a high-performing regional compliance and onboarding team. Influence senior leadership on risk strategy and regulatory positioning. Support expansion into new markets, products, and financial services. Act as a trusted advisor to the executive team on regulatory and risk matters. What We're Looking For 8–12+ years of experience in fintech, payments, banking, or regulated financial services. Strong knowledge of AML/CFT frameworks, payments regulations, and licensing requirements across Southeast Asia. Experience engaging directly with regulators and managing audits. Proven track record in building or optimising onboarding (KYC/KYB) processes. Experience designing risk-based controls and transaction monitoring systems. Leadership experience managing and scaling teams. Ability to operate in fast-moving, high-growth environments. Strong commercial judgment — able to balance risk mitigation with growth enablement. 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!

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Responsibilities

This regional leadership role is responsible for owning and evolving the compliance framework, including AML/CFT and payments regulations, while simultaneously building best-in-class merchant onboarding systems that balance risk and growth. The individual will act as the primary liaison with regulators and banking partners, ensuring safe and fast expansion across markets.