Compliance Specialist

ABOUT VINUNIVERSITY

VinUniversity (VinUni) is Vietnam’s first private, not-for-profit university established to international standards, with the vision of becoming one of the world’s top 100 universities. Guided by its core values (EXCEL) of Empathy, Creativity, Leadership Mindset, Exceptional Capability, and Entrepreneurial Spirit, VinUni develops talent equipped to create meaningful impact in Vietnam and globally.

Founded by Vingroup, one of Asia’s largest private conglomerates, VinUni benefits from a dynamic ecosystem spanning Industrials & Technology, Real Estate & Services, Infrastructure, Green Energy, Culture, and Social Enterprises. This ecosystem provides unique opportunities for collaboration and innovation through leading organizations such as VinFast, Vinpearl, Vinmec, Vinschool, and Vinhomes, as well as a vibrant entrepreneurial network including VinVentures, VinMotion, VinRobotics, VinSpace, and VinEnergo, etc.

VinUni comprises four colleges: the College of Arts and Sciences, the College of Business and Management, the College of Engineering and Computer Science, and the College of Health Sciences. The University has established strategic partnerships with Cornell University, the University of Pennsylvania and Nanyang Technological University to advance excellence in education, research, and innovation.

In 2024, VinUni became the youngest and fastest university globally to achieve QS 5 Stars, earning the highest rating in nine categories: Global Engagement, Good Governance, Program Strength, Academic Development, Teaching, Employability, Facilities, Arts, and Social Impact. The University was also appointed by UNESCO as the first and only UNESCO Chair University, focusing on Environmental Leadership, Cultural Heritage, and Biodiversity.

As a rapidly growing research-intensive university, VinUni is investing in world-class talent, research centers, and cutting-edge facilities to drive breakthroughs in Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning, Data Science, Environmental Intelligence, Innovations in Health Sciences, Policy Development, and Sustainable Societies.

ABOUT THE POSITION

The Compliance Specialist plays a crucial role in supporting VinUniversity’s commitment to maintaining high standards of governance, integrity, and regulatory compliance. This position is responsible for coordinating and monitoring compliance programs across the institution, ensuring adherence to applicable laws, regulations, accreditation standards, and internal policies.

This is an excellent opportunity for compliance professionals who are passionate about higher education and seek to contribute meaningfully to Vietnam’s development through supporting institutional excellence.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Reports to: Head of Compliance & Legal

• Monitor and assess the University’s compliance with Vietnamese laws, Ministry of Education regulations, and internal policies.

• Conduct compliance assessments to evaluate the effectiveness of policies, procedures, and internal controls across the institution.

• Identify compliance risks and areas for improvement; develop reports with recommendations to enhance governance and institutional compliance.

• Investigate policy violations and compliance concerns as assigned; coordinate implementation of corrective actions.

• Support the maintenance and development of compliance documentation, policies, and compliance frameworks.

• Work collaboratively with academic and administrative departments to strengthen compliance awareness and address compliance matters effectively.

• Prepare compliance updates and reports for management as needed.

• Perform other duties as assigned by the line manager.

1. EDUCAT

Yêu cầu công việc

1. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• A Bachelor’s degree in Law, Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related fields.

• Knowledge of Vietnamese corporate law, commercial law, education law, and higher education accreditation standards.

• Professional experience in compliance, internal audit, legal affairs, or risk management; experience in higher education, financial services, or corporate environments is preferred.

2. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Understanding of compliance frameworks, governance structures, risk management, and internal control principles.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.

• Strong analytical skills with attention to detail.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to explain compliance matters clearly to various stakeholders.

• Good organizational and project management skills; able to manage multiple priorities effectively.

• High level of integrity and professionalism when handling confidential and sensitive information.

• Demonstrated alignment with VinUniversity’s core values (EXCEL): Empathy, Exceptional Capability, Creativity, Entrepreneurial Spirit, and Leadership Mindset.

• Familiarity with Microsoft Office applications.

Quyền lợi

• Khác: The salary and benefits are competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience.