About the Role
We are seeking an experienced and strategic professional to join our Digital Risk & Compliance (DRC) team. This role is ideal for a dynamic individual who can drive engagement delivery, lead business development efforts, and build a thriving compliance practice within Accenture’s Southeast Asia Financial Services (FS) landscape.

The DRC function transforms traditional risk, regulatory, and compliance processes into strategic enablers that support investment, financing, and operational decision-making across the enterprise.

Key Responsibilities

Engagement Leadership

• Identify key market trends and collaborate with the Global DRC team to develop market-relevant propositions tailored for Southeast Asia.
• Lead solution design and project delivery in the DRC service line, managing senior client relationships, setting delivery expectations, and resolving project issues.
• Supervise and mentor project teams across strategy, governance, regulatory reform, process optimization, and technology integration.
• Guide clients through the full lifecycle of DRC engagements including implementation, business process redesign, change management, communication, and training.
• Engage with client business units such as Compliance, Risk, IT, Internal Audit, Legal, Data & Analytics, and Finance to design and enhance compliance and monitoring procedures.
• Oversee engagement financials to ensure profitability and alignment with target margins.
• Build and grow a high-performing team of Compliance professionals by leveraging Accenture’s global talent network and local capabilities.
• Foster continuous learning and development within the team to ensure up-to-date expertise aligned with current market demands.

Business Development

• Maintain an active market presence by authoring thought leadership, attending industry events, and participating in forums.
• Lead business development initiatives by engaging with industry leaders and regulators (local, regional, and global).
• Drive client conversations and transform opportunities into active pursuits, overseeing the proposal development process and client relationship management at the senior level.

Domain Development

• Develop new intellectual capital and thought leadership for the DRC practice.
• Conduct cutting-edge research, contribute to white papers and marketing materials, and publish insights in industry publications.

Subject Matter Expertise

Financial Crime / Fraud

• Lead vendor/tool selection for AML/KYC across the full lifecycle.
• Stay current with best practices and emerging trends in AML/KYC within the global and regional marketplace.
• Interpret regulatory requirements and penalties related to AML/KYC and translate them into effective policies and operational procedures.

Regulatory and Data Compliance

• Possess deep understanding of regulatory reporting requirements and the strategic intent behind them.
• Define data points needed for regulatory filings and understand evolving granular data reporting expectations.
• Provide guidance on data governance frameworks, controls, data quality initiatives, and remediation strategies.

Risk Management

• Demonstrate knowledge of enterprise risk management policies, Key Risk Indicators (KRIs), and end-to-end risk processes.
• Advise on tools and systems used for measuring and monitoring KRIs effectively.
• Understand the role of conduct and corporate culture in influencing overall governance and risk posture.

Qualifications

• 10–15 years of experience in risk, compliance, or regulatory consulting, preferably within the financial services sector.
• Strong leadership and project management experience with the ability to engage senior client stakeholders.
• Subject matter expertise in AML/KYC, enterprise risk, and regulatory data requirements.
• Proven ability to lead high-impact teams, drive innovation, and deliver sustainable compliance solutions.
• Excellent communication, client management, and business development skills.
• Familiarity with the Southeast Asia regulatory environment and financial services market is a strong advantage.