Analyst/AVP, Corporate Compliance (CPDAP)

The Japan Research Institute, Limited (Singapore Branch); Singapore; On-site; SGD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation (SMBC) Singapore is seeking an Analyst/AVP for Corporate Compliance (CPDAP) to oversee APAC compliance matters and keep policies aligned with local laws. The role involves policy reviews, monitoring the compliance framework, and providing guidance on regulatory requirements.

You will train staff, stay abreast of global regulatory developments, and ensure adherence to SFA/FAA and Banking Act requirements. Degree and regulatory knowledge preferred.

Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent; degree in law is a plus but not essential.
• Good working knowledge of regulatory requirements and recent developments in banking/ FI.
• Good working knowledge of SFA/FAA and related regulatory requirements on licensing and regulated activities.
• Meticulous, with good analytical and problem solving skills.
• Hands on, practical and with a balanced mindset.

Responsibilities

• Assist in overseeing the monitoring of compliance matters of APAC offices as set out in the head office policies and local laws from time to time including covering the following areas.
• Reviewing existing policies in light of new developments in laws, rules and regulations, maintaining and keeping bank's compliance manual up-to-date, follow up on implementationand other compliance related duties assigned by Team Head.
• Monitoring and supervising the compliance framework of assigned APAC offices.
• Keep up to date with international developments in compliance as well as changes to HO policies and recommend and monitor changes to each APAC office’s policies.
• Provide advice on compliance matters and requirements (other than legal matters).
• Review of presentation materials and matters relating to compliance with SFA/FAA and Banking Act compliance.
• On the job training of new joiners and assisting in compliance training for employees.

Skills

Regulatory awareness

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Meticulousness

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Law degree (plus) optional

Job description

Analyst/AVP, Corporate Compliance (CPDAP)

Date: Sep 10, 2026

Location: Singapore

Headquartered in Tokyo, Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation (SMBC) is a leading global financial institution and a core member of Sumitomo Mitsui Financial Group (SMBC Group). Built upon our rich Japanese heritage since 1876, we put our customers first and provide seamless access to, from and within the Asia Pacific region. SMBC is one of the largest Japanese banks by assets and maintain strong credit ratings across our global integrated network. We work closely as one SMBC Group to offer personal, corporate and investment banking services to meet the needs of our customers.

With sustainability embedded within our strategy and operations, we are committed to creating a society in which today’s generation can enjoy economic prosperity and well-being, and pass it on to future generations.

Job Responsibilities :

• Assist in overseeing the monitoring of compliance matters of APAC offices as set out in the head office policies and local laws from time to time including covering the following areas:
• reviewing existing policies in light of new developments in laws, rules and regulations, maintaining and keeping bank's compliance manual up-to-date, follow up on implementationand other compliance related duties assigned by Team Head
• monitoring and supervising the compliance framework of assigned APAC offices
• Keep up to date with international developments in compliance as well as changes to HO policies and recommend and monitor changes to each APAC office’s policies
• Provide advice on compliance matters and requirements (other than legal matters)
• Review of presentation materials and matters relating to compliance with SFA/FAA and Banking Act compliance
• On the job training of new joiners and assisting in compliance training for employees

2. Any other matters assigned by Team or Dept Head

Job Requirements :

• Degree or equivalent, degree in law is a plus but not essential
• Good working knowledge of regulatory requirements and recent developments in banking/FI
• Good working knowledge of SFA/FAA and related regulatory requirements on licensing and regulated activities
• Meticulous, with good analytical and problem solving skills
• Hands on, practical and with a balanced mindset