job description
Join Metropolitan Bank and Trust Company as a Senior Policy Specialist and play a pivotal role in shaping the future of financial governance in Southeast Asia. Based in the vibrant hub of Canggu, Bali, you will lead the review, development, and implementation of the Bank’s policies and procedures (P&Ps) to ensure alignment with evolving regulatory standards, risk management frameworks, and industry best practices.
This is a unique opportunity to work in a dynamic, international environment while contributing to the stability and growth of one of the region’s most trusted financial institutions. Your expertise will drive compliance excellence, operational efficiency, and strategic decision-making at the highest levels.
If you are a detail-oriented professional with a passion for regulatory affairs and a track record in financial services, we invite you to apply and help us redefine banking standards in Indonesia.
Responsibility
- Lead the comprehensive review, revision, and approval of the Bank’s policies and procedures to ensure compliance with local and international regulations (e.g., OJK, BI, Basel III).
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Legal, Risk, Operations, IT) to assess policy gaps and recommend actionable improvements.
- Monitor regulatory changes and industry trends, proactively updating internal frameworks to mitigate risks and capitalize on opportunities.
- Develop and deliver training programs to educate employees on new or updated policies, ensuring organization-wide adherence.
- Conduct impact assessments for proposed policy changes, evaluating financial, operational, and reputational implications.
- Serve as the primary liaison with regulatory bodies, auditors, and external consultants on policy-related inquiries.
- Design and implement a centralized policy management system to streamline documentation, version control, and accessibility.
- Prepare executive reports and presentations summarizing policy performance, compliance status, and strategic recommendations.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Law, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field; Master’s degree or professional certifications (e.g., FRM, CFA, CPA) are a plus.
- Minimum 5 years of experience in policy development, compliance, or regulatory affairs within the banking/financial services sector.
- In-depth knowledge of Indonesian financial regulations (OJK, Bank Indonesia) and international standards (Basel, FATF).
- Proven ability to interpret complex legal/regulatory texts and translate them into clear, actionable policies.
- Exceptional analytical, writing, and communication skills in English; proficiency in Bahasa Indonesia is advantageous.
- Experience with policy management software (e.g., ComplianceQuest, MetricStream) and Microsoft Office Suite.
- Strong stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence senior leadership and cross-departmental teams.
- High ethical standards, attention to detail, and a commitment to continuous improvement.