Legal & Compliance Officer

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Job Description

Requirements

• ●Bachelor's Degree in Law, Legal Studies, Business Law, or a related field.
• ●Minimum 2–4 years of experience in Legal, Compliance, Corporate Affairs, or Regulatory Affairs.
• ●Experience working with Cambodian government authorities and regulatory bodies is highly preferred.
• ●Experience in fintech, digital lending, banking, or financial services is an advantage.
• ●Contract drafting and review
• ●Corporate legal documentation
• ●Regulatory compliance management
• ●Cambodian Labor Law knowledge
• ●AML/KYC compliance
• ●Legal research and policy review
• ●Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• ●Report writing and document management
• ●Strong communication and stakeholder management
• ●Negotiation and coordination skills
• ●Analytical and critical thinking
• ●Problem-solving ability
• ●Attention to detail
• ●Time management
• ●Cross-functional collaboration

Responsibilities

• ●Draft, review, and manage contracts, agreements, memorandums, and other legal documents to safeguard the company's interests.
• ●Review internal policies, SOPs, and operational procedures to ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
• ●Provide legal guidance to internal departments on business operations, commercial agreements, and compliance matters.
• ●Maintain and organize corporate legal documents, licenses, permits, and regulatory records.
• ●Coordinate with external legal counsel on litigation, disputes, and specialized legal matters when required.
• ●Coordinate with the Ministry of Commerce (MoC) on company registration, amendments, annual declarations, and corporate compliance matters.
• ●Liaise with the Ministry of Posts and Telecommunications (MPTC) regarding digital business compliance and relevant regulatory requirements.
• ●Coordinate with the Non-Bank Financial Services Authority (NBFSA) and the Real Estate Business and Pawnshop Regulator (RPR) on licensing, regulatory submissions, compliance reporting, and operational requirements.
• ●Work with the Ministry of Labour and Vocational Training (MLVT) on labor compliance matters, including required filings, declarations, and employment-related regulatory obligations.
• ●Prepare and submit regulatory documents, reports, and supporting information within required deadlines.
• ●Maintain effective working relationships with government authorities and regulatory agencies.
• ●Monitor changes in Cambodian laws, regulations, and industry requirements that may impact the company's operations.
• ●Conduct regular compliance reviews to identify legal and regulatory risks.
• ●Ensure business activities comply with internal policies, regulatory requirements, and licensing conditions.
• ●Support the implementation and continuous improvement of the company's compliance framework.
• ●Maintain compliance registers and track regulatory obligations.
• ●Support compliance with Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and Know Your Customer (KYC) requirements.
• ●Review compliance documentation related to customer due diligence and onboarding processes.
• ●Assist in monitoring and escalating suspicious activities in accordance with company procedures and regulatory expectations.
• ●Support compliance initiatives related to digital lending operations.Prepare legal and compliance reports for management.
• ●Support internal audits, external audits, and regulatory inspections.
• ●Monitor corrective action plans and ensure compliance issues are resolved promptly.
• ●Maintain accurate records of compliance activities, regulatory communications, and legal documentation.

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