As the building block that provides solid baseline to the company’s culture of integrity, the Agoda Compliance & Ethics team is at the forefront in driving and maintaining the Agoda Compliance & Ethics program. We are seeking able, confident, curious, and self-motivated professional with experience working in global Compliance &Ethics program to join the energetic &passionate Agoda Compliance & Ethics team who will have significant contribution to strengthen and support integration of Compliance &Ethics program to the business. This position is based in Bangkok. Agoda provides relocation support for successful candidates who are not currently located in Bangkok. Please note that we are not open to remote working or the possibility of being based in other locations. This role is individual contributor. In this Role,you’ll get to * Lead and support day-to-day compliance and ethics initiatives, ensuring key objectives, deliverables, and reporting are completed in a timely manner. * Conduct review of gifts & entertainment, conflicts of interest disclosure,third-party due diligence,risk assessment,monitoring and testing;and drive appropriate mitigation actions in partnership with relevant stakeholders. * Develop,implement and enhance compliance policies,procedures and standard operating procedures (SOPs) to address evolving business and regulatory risks. * Support the development and delivery of compliance training programs, including in-person and virtual sessions, and update e-learning materials in line with evolving business needs. * Promote a strong ethical culture through awareness campaigns, employee engagement initiatives, and cross-functional collaboration. * Partner closely with cross-functional teams such as Legal, Finance, Government Affairs,People, Commercial, Supply and other business stakeholders to embed compliance requirements into business processes. * Drive continuous improvement and efficiency initiatives, including the use of new technologies and digital tools to streamline workflows and reduce manual effort. * Prepare or support management updates and reporting materials, and other compliance-related communications for internal and external stakeholders and leadership. * Support additional and adhoc work as necessary to support the compliance & ethics function and mature the program. What you’ll Need to Succeed * At least 5 years previous experience working in compliance and ethics function or related field(legal,or risk) in multinational medium to large organizations. * Proactive thinking beyond assigned tasks and consistently developing solutions to further the Compliance & Ethics program. * Detailed-oriented, able to connect dots, see the big picture, drive changes, and confidently navigate and appropriately mitigate challenging compliance requirements with business mindsets. * Ability to position the role as C&E strategic advisor and forge trusted relationships with colleagues around the world. * Confident communication skills(verbal and written); English proficiency. * Strong quantitative and qualitative analysis skills. * Strong digital fluency with proficiency in Microsoft 365 and Google Workspace,along with ability to master internal systems and leverage AI tools for workflow optimization. * Must possess the highest integrity,commensurate with a compliance & ethics position. * Ability to operate without extensive supervision and act as a self-starter. * Energetic, fast-paced, and always desire to go the extra mile. It’s Great if you have * Bachelor’s Degree in Law * Experience with the travel industry/technology
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The Senior Treasury Manager – Banking and Strategy supports BKNG Treasury dedicated to the Agoda brand, leading the organization and execution of global banking operations across the Americas, EMEA, and APAC.. The role spans bank relationship management (including banking wallet), commercial management (fees and interest), banking infrastructure, and treasury strategy, reporting to Director, Corporate Treasurer dedicated to Agoda brand with a dotted line to Global Head of Banking, Strategy and Technology in Amsterdam. You will develop regulatory-compliant banking solutions and connectivity in collaboration with the Center of Expertise in Amsterdam, elevating capabilities through continuous improvement, AI automation, and robust controls. You will drive strategy execution for complex initiatives (e.g., Connected Trip, regulated payments), through funds flow target operating model design, deliver data-driven recommendations to senior stakeholders, and enable efficient ways of working across Treasury via planning, budgeting, and service management. As a people manager, you will inspire, mentor, and coach a high-performing team, fostering an environment of continuous growth and accountability. By championing their professional development, you will empower your team to navigate complex financial landscapes and collectively deliver high-impact, strategic results for the business. Last but not least, while initially dedicated to Agoda, your scope may expand over time to support other brands within the Booking Holdings portfolio across the region. **What You’ll Do:** * Lead and support global banking operations across Americas, EMEA, and APAC; oversee bank relationship management (wallet, fees), banking infrastructure, and treasury strategy. * Develop fit-for-purpose, regulatory-compliant banking products/solutions; ensure effective banking connectivity is adopted by brands (SWIFT Net, H2H, TMS Payment Hub and API) in partnership with the Center of Expertise. Leveraging latest file format standards. * Contribute in driving high-stakes commercial negotiations with global core and non-core banking partners, focusing on bank fees, credit interest conditions, and advanced cash management techniques (I.e. account balances’ yield enhancement, pooling, FX SWAP, POBO/ ROBO setup and cash repatriation from regulated markets). * Work closely with other BKNG Treasury locations to ensure adherence and compliance within the global Bank Account Management (BAM) and Banking Administration (KYC, signatory management, report and banking platform user access management) processes. * Contribute actively in the development of banking and strategy processes policies, playbooks, procedures, and governance frameworks. * Drive continuous improvement: identify gaps, automate processes, and adopt technology with Treasury Data Science/Analytics and Banking Technology teams based in Amsterdam. * Design, implement, and maintain process and control frameworks to meet SOX/business control requirements and manage banking operational risks; align with banking policies and guidelines. * Own key performance deliverables within established governance; ensure business resilience and continuity for global banking operations. * Plan and deliver complex, cross-functional initiatives across agencies, payments, and new revenue models; align stakeholders and outcomes. * Partner with Treasury SMEs, Finance, and cross-functional teams to communicate findings, blockers, dependencies, and recommendations; influence up to SVP level. * Lead Banking and Strategy advisory for new verticals/products; negotiate with banks/fintechs; run workshops to define target operating models and ensure policy adherence. * Lead annual planning and the design of longer-term banking operating model (people, systems, processes) aligned with company strategy. * Ensure compliance with banking, payments, tax, legal, and AML/sanctions regulations. * Act as an innovation catalyst across Treasury and Finance by exploring opportunities, validating use cases, and supporting implementation of innovative solutions. * Champion process improvement, waste reduction, AI automation, adoption of new technologies, and Six Sigma principles. **Required Qualifications:** * ‘Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree in Finance or related field preferred. Professional treasury qualification such as CTP (Certified Treasury Professional) or AMCT (Diploma in Treasury Management, ACT) is advantageous. 12+ years of relevant experience.’ * Proven expertise in bank relationship management (banking wallet), commercial management (fees, interest), and service level management (technical SLAs). * Strong understanding of banking connectivity and technologies (SWIFT/API/H2H, Open Banking), bank account management, treasury management systems, and high-level payments architecture. Experience designing integrations across TMS, ERP, and banking platforms. * Deep experience across banking, treasury, and financial services, including advanced FX, cash management, and risk management techniques. * Advanced analytical skills; able to structure ambiguous problems, decompose into workstreams, and drive data-driven decisions. * Excellent English communication and interpersonal skills; strong stakeholder management up to SVP level, with consensus building and conflict resolution. * Skilled in persuasion and negotiation to drive adoption of policies, target operating models, and solutions; experienced in leading workshops. * Proven ability to lead cross-functional collaboration in a highly matrixed, complex environment; can influence broader strategy and vision. * Sound judgment and trusted advisor to leadership; willingness and ability to mentor, inspire, and coach colleagues to enable One Team success. * Demonstrated end-to-end global project delivery in product and/or commercial initiatives such as safeguarding models and compliance for regulated entities, global banking and payments solutioning, systems and technology enablement, global cash and liquidity management, and/or global risk management. * Lead the design and development of compliant, scalable, and commercially competitive end-to-end fund flow models accounting for evolving business models and cross-brand initiatives involving complex markets such as in Asia regions. * Proven track record of optimizing fund flow costs, in domestic Asian markets, and cross border between domestic Asian markets and G10 markets.