AML OPS DIRECTOR

METACOMP PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading compliance firm in Singapore is seeking a hands-on Director AML to strengthen their compliance efforts. This role requires 8-10 years of experience in AML/CFT compliance, with expertise in regulatory frameworks and transaction monitoring. You will spearhead the design of compliance policies, oversee reporting, and engage with senior management. The position offers significant career progression opportunities in a collaborative environment, utilizing advanced monitoring tools.

Benefits

Career progression opportunities

Regular engagement with senior management

Collaborative culture

Qualifications

• Minimum 8–10 years of hands-on AML/CFT or FCC compliance experience in financial services.
• In-depth knowledge of regulatory frameworks, STR reporting, and regulatory engagement.
• Practical experience with transaction monitoring systems and blockchain analytics.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and maintenance of transaction monitoring rules.
• Develop and enhance FCC policies and protocols.
• Oversee the preparation and submission of Suspicious Transaction Reports.
• Identify, assess, and integrate third-party TxM solutions.

Skills

AML/CFT compliance experience

Regulatory frameworks knowledge

Transaction monitoring systems

Blockchain analytics

Drafting compliance policies

Excellent communication skills

Leadership skills

Job description

Job Description & Requirements

• min. 8–10 years of hands‑on AML/CFT or FCC compliance experience in financial services with in‑depth knowledge of regulatory frameworks, STR reporting, and regulatory engagement.
• Practical experience with transaction monitoring systems, blockchain analytics, and name screening tools.
• Strong ability to draft, implement, and refine compliance policies and protocols.

We are seeking a highly skilled and hands‑on Director AML to strengthen our second line of defence. You will have end‑to‑end ownership of transaction monitoring, name screening, blockchain analytics, and regulatory reporting.

This role requires designing and maintaining FCC controls, driving enhancements to compliance frameworks, and ensuring alignment with MAS, FATF, and international standards.

You will work closely with the VP, FCC, and engage with senior management and governance committees, making this a high‑impact leadership position.

Key Responsibilities:

Transaction Monitoring & Controls

• Lead the design, implementation, and maintenance of transaction monitoring (TxM) rules and alerts, covering customer segmentation, product‑specific triggers, and cross‑border scenarios.
• Translate emerging money laundering (ML) and terrorist financing (TF) typologies into operational TxM detection scenarios.
• Optimize thresholds, parameters, and alert logic to minimize false positives while preserving detection effectiveness.
• Conduct regular back‑testing and validation of TxM rules and scenarios, documenting outcomes and recommending improvements.
• Oversee day‑to‑day monitoring across name screening, TxM, and blockchain analytics, ensuring timely escalation and resolution of alerts in line with policy and regulatory requirements.

Policy, Framework & Strategy

• Develop, enhance, and maintain FCC policies, protocols, and workflows, ensuring they reflect regulatory expectations and operational realities.
• Identify process, system, and controls improvement opportunities to strengthen compliance effectiveness.
• Partner with Compliance, Product, and Technology teams to operationalize rules and implement process enhancements.

Regulatory Reporting & Engagement

• Oversee the preparation and submission of Suspicious Transaction Reports (STRs) on SONAR and other regulatory filings.
• Maintain robust documentation of investigations, escalations, and regulatory engagements.
• Act as the focal point for regulatory interactions related to FCC, supporting inspections, audits, and thematic reviews.

Vendor Management & Systems Integration

• Identify, assess, and integrate third‑party TxM/KYT solutions, including blockchain analytics tools, into internal systems.
• Lead proofs‑of‑concept and ensure end‑to‑end workflow and data integrity between vendor systems and in‑house processes.

Audit, Assurance & Governance

• Conduct sample checks on onboarding activities performed by first/1.5 lines of defence to strengthen assurance.
• Coordinate internal and external audits, evidence submission, remediation follow‑ups, and reporting to senior management.
• Consolidate FCC metrics (Transaction Monitoring alerts, KYT cases, STR trends) and prepare actionable insights for governance committees

Regulatory Alignment

• Monitor regulatory developments, interpret their operational impact, and translate them into FCC rules, policies, and processes.
• Ensure ongoing compliance with MAS, FATF, and international AML/CFT standards.

Qualifications & Experience

• min. 8–10 years of hands‑on AML/CFT or FCC compliance experience in financial services.
• In‑depth knowledge of regulatory frameworks, STR reporting, and regulatory engagement.
• Practical experience with transaction monitoring systems, blockchain analytics, and name screening tools.
• Strong ability to draft, implement, and refine compliance policies and protocols.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders across functions.

What We Offer

• Regulatory Ownership: Direct accountability for FCC monitoring, reporting, and escalation activities.
• Career Progression: Clear pathway for growth within the compliance leadership track.
• Exposure: Regular engagement with senior management and governance committees.
• Innovation: Opportunity to work with advanced monitoring tools and blockchain analytics initiatives.
• Culture: Collaborative, agile environment where your expertise drives meaningful change.