About Agoda 

Agoda is an online travel booking platform for accommodations, flights, and more. We build and deploy cutting-edge technology that connects travelers with a global network of 4.7M hotels and holiday properties worldwide, plus flights, activities, and more. Based in Asia and part of Booking Holdings, our 7,100+ employees representing 95+ nationalities in 27 markets foster a work environment rich in diversity, creativity, and collaboration. We innovate through a culture of experimentation and ownership, enhancing the ability for our customers to experience the world.

Our Purpose - Bridging the World Through Travel 

We believe travel allows people to enjoy, learn and experience more of the amazing world we live in. It brings individuals and cultures closer together, fostering empathy, understanding and happiness.We are a skillful, driven and diverse team from across the globe, united by a passion to make an impact. Harnessing our innovative technologies and strong partnerships, we aim to make travel easy and rewarding for everyone.

Get to Know our Team   

Agoda has taken many great strides in recent years, expanding our reach around the globe as well as our list of travel products. A critical driver to this success has been the Agoda Finance team. We keep a steady hand on maintaining day-to-day financial operations while also keeping an eye out for future opportunities. Not only do we have the unique role of balancing risk management with continued innovation and growth, we also serve as a means of empowerment for both our team members and those within the company. Having experimentation and data analysis deeply ingrained in our culture, we provide the strategic insights Agoda’s business leaders need to push into new territories in sustainable and scalable ways. We also prioritize career development in Agoda Finance. Every function within the team has a well-defined career track with clear goals and development targets each step of the way.   

The Opportunity

At Payments, Credit Risk and Collections (“PCRC”) in Finance, we are proud to be the gatekeepers of Agoda’s money. Our job is three-fold; enable smooth payments from and to partners, help decide who Agoda should advance money to and how to collect what we are owed. As part of this, PCRC manages commercial partnerships with fintech players, manages operational aspects of payouts, assesses, and manages Agoda’s counterparty credit risk and collects payments and tax invoices for select products globally.  

Payments function within PCRC is looking for an Anti-Money Laundering Officer who will support the team translating the AML Policy to operational procedures and measurements including reviewing, analysing and submitting the materials for Transaction Monitoring, Sanctions & PEP Screening, Customer Due Diligence and Regulatory questionnaires.     

In this Role, you'll get to 

Legal, Payments, and Regulatory Compliance 

• Be officially designated and registered as the Reporting Officer with relevant Korean regulatory authorities, and fulfill all duties and responsibilities required under applicable laws and regulations. 

• Lead the ongoing review, update, and implementation of internal AML and compliance policies, procedures, and controls, including board reporting, regulatory notifications, and continuous improvement based on audit findings and regulatory changes. 

• Translating policy into operational procedures, including reviewing and submitting materials for Transaction Monitoring, Sanctions & PEP Screening, Customer Due Diligence, and regulatory questionnaires. 

• Engage with regulators and respond to information requests; prepare and submit legally mandated financial and technology reports. 

• Ensure ongoing compliance with payment operations, gateway licensing, FX business registration, and other regulatory requirements based on Electronic Financial Transactions Act, Act on Reporting and Use of Certain Financial Transaction Information, and Foreign Exchange Transactions Act. 

• Coordinate timely and accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual reporting across Agoda to meet all regulatory deadlines. 

• Serve as the first point of contact for issues with local payments, providers, banks, and regulatory partners (e.g., FSS, Bank of Korea, KoFIU), ensuring swift resolution of concerns. 

• Work closely with local authorities, payment partners, legal, and tax advisers to stay ahead of regulatory changes and adapt compliance activities as needed. 

• Provide advice, training, and deliver compliance communications to local teams and head office staff to ensure readiness for local Korean payments and regulatory requirements. 

• Undergo and support mandatory trainings on AML, Sanctions, and FX conversion. 

• Examine, organize, and analyze information to create clear, actionable work products; present findings and proactively update stakeholders. 

• Support wider Agoda and BHI Compliance and Ethics initiatives, including participation in group projects, delivery of training, and contribution to communications and awareness campaigns. 

What you'll Need to Succeed

• Proficient in Korean and English – reading, writing, and speaking   

• Has experience interacting with Korean regulators   

• Ideally has 4-7 years' AML experience 

• Have presence, communication skills, writing skills, diplomacy, and credibility necessary to effectively influence external partners and internal stakeholders  

• Good organization skills and adheres to deadlines.   

• Good presentation skills and ability to prepare and conduct internal training (as guided by the team). 

• Strong attention to detail with the ability to follow up on assignments and produce a high quality work product 

• Experience as a paralegal, legal secretary or other light touch legal position is preferable.  

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Equal Opportunity Employer 

At Agoda, we pride ourselves on being a company represented by people of all different backgrounds and orientations. We prioritize attracting diverse talent and cultivating an inclusive environment that encourages collaboration and innovation. Employment at Agoda is based solely on a person’s merit and qualifications. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunity regardless of sex, age, race, color, national origin, religion, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, citizenship, veteran or military status, and other legally protected characteristics.

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Disclaimer

We do not accept any terms or conditions, nor do we recognize any agency’s representation of a candidate, from unsolicited third-party or agency submissions. If we receive unsolicited or speculative CVs, we reserve the right to contact and hire the candidate directly without any obligation to pay a recruitment fee.