Regulatory Compliance Manager

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The Regulatory Compliance Manager is responsible for ensuring that Halan MFB operates in full compliance with all applicable regulations issued by the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) and other relevant legal and regulatory frameworks. The role involves developing and implementing compliance policies, managing regulatory relationships, and promoting a strong culture of compliance across all levels of the organization—particularly within a banking context.

Key Responsibilities:

Regulatory Compliance & Governance

• Monitor, interpret, and implement SBP regulations, circulars, and directives relevant to Microfinance Banks and digital financial services.
• Liaise directly with SBP and other regulators for periodic inspections, reporting, queries, and correspondence.
• Ensure timely submission of all SBP-required reports (e.g., PRs, STRs/CTRs, Prudential Returns, KYC/AML updates, etc.).

Compliance Program Management

• Design, implement, and periodically update Halan MFB's Compliance Management Framework in line with SBP's regulatory framework for MFBs.
• Perform ongoing compliance risk assessments and gap analyses across departments.
• Develop and monitor Key Compliance Indicators (KCIs) and ensure alignment with internal audit findings.

Anti-Money Laundering & Counter-Terrorism Financing (AML/CFT)

• Oversee AML/CFT program in accordance with the SBP AML/CFT Regulations, including risk-based customer due diligence, transaction monitoring, and reporting of STRs/CTRs.
• Coordinate with the Compliance Officer and MLRO for system-based alerts and regulatory reporting to FMU.

Product & Digital Compliance

• Ensure all digital products, including mobile wallets, lending platforms, and fintech partnerships, comply with SBP's digital banking regulations, branchless banking guidelines, and customer protection frameworks.
• Evaluate compliance risks associated with new features, APIs, and digital onboarding processes.

Internal Policy Development & Training

• Draft and enforce internal compliance-related policies, SOPs, and operational guidelines.
• Conduct compliance training and awareness programs across the bank to build a compliance-conscious culture.
• Lead periodic policy reviews in alignment with regulatory updates.

Audit & Incident Management

• Support regulatory and internal audits, manage audit responses, and ensure closure of compliance-related findings.
• Investigate compliance breaches and recommend appropriate remedial actions.

Desired Qualifications & Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Law, Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field. SBP-recognized compliance training is a plus.
• Minimum 3–5 years of relevant experience in a compliance role within a banking environment or regulated financial institution in Pakistan.
• In-depth understanding of SBP regulatory frameworks, including:
• Prudential Regulations for MFBs
• AML/CFT Regulations
• Branchless Banking Regulations
• Consumer Protection Framework
• Guidelines for Digital Onboarding / EKYC
• Proven track record in regulatory engagement, compliance audits, and operational risk oversight.

Desired Key Competencies:

• Sound judgment, critical thinking and ethical decision-making skills.
• Strong knowledge of banking business and compliance application.
• Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills.
• Desired incumbent should be detail-oriented, analytical, and process-driven.
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced banking environment.

• Seniority levelMid-Senior level

• Employment typeFull-time

• Job functionAnalyst and Legal
• IndustriesBanking

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