Business Governance Specialist

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Business Governance Specialist to join a leading international financial institution in Bangkok. This role offers you the chance to play a pivotal part in shaping and enhancing local governance frameworks, supporting business initiatives, and ensuring seamless operational processes.

You will be at the heart of risk management, regulatory compliance, and cross-functional collaboration, working closely with senior leadership and diverse teams across the organisation. The position provides a unique platform for professional growth, exposure to high-level decision-making, and the ability to make a tangible impact on business outcomes. With a supportive environment that values open-mindedness, flexibility, and a start-up spirit, this is an ideal role for someone who thrives in both independent and team settings.

* Be instrumental in driving governance improvements by identifying and proposing enhancements to local procedures based on risk assessments and business needs.
* Enjoy a varied role that spans business support, KYC responsibilities, administration, and semi-operations, offering broad exposure across multiple functions.
* Benefit from a collaborative culture that encourages knowledge sharing, personal development, and meaningful contributions to strategic projects.

What you'll do:

As a Business Governance Specialist, your daily activities will centre around strengthening governance structures through careful analysis of risks and proactive process enhancement. You will prepare detailed management reports, facilitate key meetings with clear presentations and accurate minutes, while ensuring timely execution of agreed actions. Your role will also involve researching emerging business opportunities, supporting their validation or implementation phases, and acting as an essential liaison among various internal teams as well as external partners. In addition to these core duties, you will contribute to KYC processes when needed, manage administrative tasks that keep operations running smoothly, assist senior leaders with regulatory or audit-related requests, input critical information into organisational systems, and reconcile important financial transactions. Success in this position requires excellent communication skills, meticulous attention to detail, adaptability in handling diverse responsibilities, and a genuine commitment to fostering effective collaboration across departments.

* Identify areas for improvement within local procedures and processes by analysing risk assessments and other relevant events affecting the organisation.
* Formulate or propose modifications to existing governance frameworks to ensure alignment with regulatory requirements and best practices.
* Prepare comprehensive management reports, coordinate meetings including presentations and minutes, and diligently follow up on implementation actions to meet established timelines.
* Conduct research on new business initiatives and provide coordination and support throughout validation and implementation processes under local business responsibility.
* Liaise effectively with Front Office teams, second line of defence functions, external parties, and regional colleagues to promote the franchise as directed by senior management.
* Support client events by coordinating logistics and ensuring all necessary compliance measures are met.
* Act as a back-up contributor for local Know Your Customer (KYC) tasks such as name screening and ID card authentication to maintain robust client onboarding standards.
* Ensure smooth day-to-day operations by supporting requests from local regulators, external auditors, and other stakeholders as required by CEO/COO.
* Serve as a maker for information inputs into internal systems and respond promptly to stakeholder requests for data or documentation.
* Reconcile funding transactions between Front Office teams and Wealth Management Operations to guarantee accuracy in financial records.

What you bring:

To excel as a Business Governance Specialist you will bring substantial experience from roles involving legal compliance, business administration or internal audit—ideally gained within financial institutions or reputable consulting firms. Your background equips you with the analytical acumen needed for risk assessment activities while your consulting exposure fosters a methodical approach towards process improvement. You possess outstanding presentation skills that allow you to communicate complex information clearly through both written reports and engaging presentations. Fluency in English is essential given the international scope of interactions involved. Your open-mindedness ensures you remain receptive to feedback or alternative perspectives; flexibility allows you to pivot seamlessly between different tasks; while your start-up mentality drives you towards continuous learning and active participation in new initiatives. Whether working solo on sensitive assignments or collaborating closely with cross-functional teams on strategic projects—you demonstrate reliability through consistent delivery of high-quality results. Your interpersonal strengths help nurture positive working relationships internally as well as externally.

* More than five years of experience in related fields such as legal affairs, business administration, internal auditing or compliance within financial services or consulting environments.
* Background in consulting or auditing firms is highly regarded due to the analytical mindset and structured approach developed in those settings.
* Exceptional presentation abilities encompassing both visual design of materials and clear verbal communication tailored for diverse audiences.
* Fluency in English with strong writing skills as well as confident spoken communication for engaging with international colleagues and stakeholders.
* Open-minded attitude combined with flexibility to adapt quickly to changing priorities or new challenges within the organisation.
* Demonstrated start-up spirit reflected in your willingness to embrace new ideas, take initiative on projects, and contribute proactively beyond your core remit.
* Proven capability to work independently when required while also thriving in collaborative team environments where shared goals are prioritised.
* Strong interpersonal skills enabling you to build trust-based relationships with colleagues at all levels as well as external partners or regulators.
* Meticulous attention to detail ensuring accuracy in reporting, documentation management, KYC checks, transaction reconciliation and system inputs.

What sets this company apart:

This organisation stands out for its global reach combined with deep local expertise—offering employees access to international best practices alongside insights into Thailand’s dynamic market landscape. The company is renowned for its commitment to ethical conduct, robust risk management frameworks, and ongoing investment in employee development through training opportunities. Employees benefit from an inclusive culture that values diversity of thought while promoting teamwork across borders. The leadership team is approachable yet visionary—encouraging staff at all levels to share ideas openly while providing guidance rooted in industry knowledge. Flexible working arrangements are supported wherever possible so that individuals can balance professional ambitions with personal wellbeing. By joining this institution you become part of a networked community where your contributions are recognised—and where there is genuine scope for career progression within one of the world’s most respected financial groups.

What's next:

If you are ready to take your expertise in governance and business support to the next level within an internationally respected environment—this is your moment!

Apply today by clicking on the link provided—your next career chapter awaits.

Due to the high volume of applications, our team will only be in touch if your application is shortlisted.

Robert Walters Recruitment (Thailand) Limited
Recruitment License No.: น. 1188 / 2551