Job Description:

Remitly’s vision is to transform lives with trusted financial services that transcend borders. Since 2011, we have been tirelessly delivering on our promises to people who send money around the world. Today, we are reimagining global financial services and building products that extend beyond traditional barriers to give customers access to more of the services they need, no matter where they call home. Join over 2,700 employees worldwide who are growing their careers with purpose and connection with our customers while having a positive impact on millions of people around the globe.

About the Role:

As a Licensing Manager based in Manila, you will help ensure Remitly meets its licensing and regulatory requirements across the APAC region. You’ll support license maintenance, prepare and track regulatory filings, and coordinate responses for audits and regulatory reviews. You’ll also work with other teams to improve processes, support reporting needs, and help keep Remitly’s operations running smoothly in a regulated environment.

This role is ideal for someone who is detail-oriented, organized, and comfortable managing deadlines. If you enjoy working with regulations, finding efficient ways to manage workflows, and supporting others through clear communication, this could be a great fit.

You’ll report to the Head of Global Regulatory Compliance and work closely with teams in Compliance, Legal, Finance, and Operations.

You Will:

• Manage licensing and regulatory reporting activities for APAC, including tracking deadlines and submitting required filings

• Support audits, examinations, and regulatory reviews by preparing documentation and coordinating responses across internal teams

• Review regulatory changes and work with internal teams to assess new licensing or reporting requirements

• Collaborate with data teams to define and validate reporting needs based on regulatory requirements

• Maintain spreadsheets to track licensing, reporting, and project deliverables across regions

• Use project tracking tools (such as Jira or Monday.com) to monitor compliance tasks and share updates

• Work with Legal, Compliance, Operations, and Finance teams to support Remitly’s global regulatory obligations

You Have:

• 5+ years of experience in compliance, licensing, regulatory reporting, or risk roles in financial services, payments, or fintech

• Familiarity with APAC financial regulations and licensing processes

• Experience supporting audits or regulatory exams, including preparing documents and managing timelines

• Experience translating regulatory requirements into process changes or documentation

• Comfort working with data teams to support compliance reporting and validation

• Proficiency in Excel or Google Sheets, including using formulas and maintaining large tracking spreadsheets

• Experience using tools like Jira, Monday.com, or similar platforms to track tasks and projects

• Strong communication skills, including writing reports, documenting processes, and explaining compliance topics to non-experts

Our Benefits:

• Rice Allowance

• Transportation Allowance

• Paid Vacation

• Medical, Dental & Vision

• Accident and Life Insurance

• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)

• Mental Health & Family Forming Benefits

We are committed to nondiscrimination across our global organization and in all of our business operations. Employment is determined based upon personal capabilities and qualifications without discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, sex, gender identification and expression, marital status, military status or status as an honorably discharge/veteran, pregnancy (including a woman’s potential to get pregnant, pregnancy-related conditions, and childbearing), sexual orientation, age (40 and over), national origin, ancestry, citizenship or immigration status, physical, mental, or sensory disability (including the use of a trained dog guide or service animal), HIV/AIDS or hepatitis C status, genetic information, status as an actual or perceived victim of domestic violence, sexual assault, or stalking, or any other protected class as established by law.

Remitly is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

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