Risk, Compliance & Treasury in Vietnam: Why These Are the Hottest BFSF Roles in 2026

This article is written in English for readers in Vietnam. Vietnamese and Japanese translations are available on our website.

Introduction: Why Governance-Led BFSF Roles Are Rising in Vietnam

As Vietnam’s BFSF sector matures, hiring priorities are shifting away from rapid expansion and towards stability, governance, and financial discipline. In 2026, Risk, Compliance, and Treasury roles are emerging as some of the most critical BFSF functions across banks, foreign-invested enterprises, and regional finance hubs.

Rather than being viewed as cost centres, these roles are now seen as essential safeguards that support sustainable growth, regulatory readiness, and investor confidence. As part of Reeracoen’s BFSF Talent Outlook 2026, this article explains why demand for Risk, Compliance, and Treasury talent is rising in Vietnam, why these roles are difficult to hire for, and how employers can respond strategically.

1. Governance Pressure Is Reshaping BFSF Hiring

Vietnam’s BFSF environment is becoming more structured and regulated, particularly as companies scale operations, engage in cross-border activities, and align with international governance standards.

Key drivers include:

• Stronger internal control expectations within foreign-invested companies

• Increased scrutiny on financial reporting accuracy

• Greater focus on audit readiness and compliance documentation

• Heightened attention to liquidity, cash flow, and FX exposure

As a result, BFSF hiring is increasingly centred on roles that ensure control, transparency, and risk mitigation, rather than pure growth execution.

2. Why Risk, Compliance & Treasury Roles Are Hard to Fill

Despite steady demand, employers often struggle to hire experienced Risk, Compliance, and Treasury professionals in Vietnam.

Common challenges include:

• Limited talent pool with hands-on governance experience

• Candidates lacking exposure to regional or international reporting standards

• High demand for professionals who combine technical knowledge with reliability and judgment

These roles require more than technical ability. Employers seek professionals who can operate independently, maintain accuracy under pressure, and uphold governance standards consistently.

3. Salary Trends for Governance-Focused BFSF Roles

Salary growth in Risk, Compliance, and Treasury roles remains moderate but consistent, reflecting their strategic importance. Employers are cautious about overpaying, yet willing to offer premiums for candidates with proven governance exposure.

Indicative Monthly Salary Ranges in Vietnam (USD, 2026)

Candidates with experience in internal audit support, compliance documentation, treasury operations, or risk controls tend to command stronger offers.

4. Common Hiring Mistakes Employers Make

In 2026, many BFSF hiring challenges are not due to salary gaps, but process and positioning issues.

Common mistakes include:

• Treating governance roles as secondary to commercial functions

• Providing vague job scopes that lack accountability clarity

• Expecting senior-level responsibility without corresponding authority

• Prolonged hiring timelines that cause candidate drop-off

Strong governance professionals are selective and often disengage when roles appear under-defined or reactive.

5. What BFSF Candidates Look for in These Roles

Risk, Compliance, and Treasury professionals in Vietnam are increasingly cautious about career moves. Many prioritise long-term stability and professional credibility over short-term compensation gains.

Top candidate priorities include:

• Clear reporting lines and authority

• Stable leadership and decision-making processes

• Predictable workload cycles

• Structured career progression within BFSF functions

• Organisations that value governance rather than bypass it

Candidates are particularly wary of roles where governance responsibilities are unclear or undervalued.

6. How Employers Can Attract and Retain This Talent

To improve hiring outcomes, BFSF employers should:

Define governance responsibilities clearly
Candidates want to know what they are accountable for.

Position these roles as strategic, not administrative
This improves both attraction and retention.

Align authority with responsibility
Governance roles must be empowered to be effective.

Move decisively during hiring
Experienced candidates often receive multiple offers.

7. How Reeracoen Supports BFSF Governance Hiring in Vietnam

Reeracoen Vietnam supports BFSF hiring across:

• Risk management and internal controls

• Compliance and audit support

• Treasury and cash management

• Corporate finance and governance functions

Our BFSF specialists provide:

• Targeted talent mapping

• Salary benchmarking aligned to governance roles

• Shortlist delivery within 3–5 working days

• Advisory on candidate expectations and hiring risks

We help employers build governance-strong teams that support long-term business stability.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

1. Why are Risk, Compliance, and Treasury roles in high demand?

 Because companies are prioritising governance, control, and financial discipline.

2. Are these roles expanding across all industries?

 Yes, particularly in BFSF, manufacturing, and foreign-invested enterprises.

3. Are salaries rising quickly?

 Moderately, with premiums for experienced governance professionals.

4. Why are these roles hard to hire for?

 Due to limited experienced talent and high expectations for reliability.

5. How can employers improve hiring success?

 By defining roles clearly and treating governance as strategic.

✅ Final Author Credit

• By Valerie Ong (Regional Marketing Manager)

• Published by Reeracoen Vietnam — a leading recruitment agency in APAC.

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⭐ References

• Reeracoen Salary Guide 2025

• Reeracoen × Rakuten Insight APAC Workforce Whitepaper 2025

• Reeracoen Vietnam BFSF Hiring Data (2024–2025)