AVP, AML Policy & Governance – Strategic Leader

OCBC; Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible benefits

Professional development

Wellbeing programs

Job summary

OCBC is seeking a seasoned compliance professional to lead financial crime compliance governance, policy development, and risk management across the bank. The role involves acting as secretariat for FCC governance forums, coordinating with front office and regulatory stakeholders, and shaping AML/CFT controls for core markets.

The ideal candidate brings at least 7 years in compliance or risk management, strong analytical and communication skills, and the ability to drive risk-aware decision

Qualifications

• Degree in law, finance or accounting.
• At least 7 years in compliance, risk management or related field.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Act as secretariat for FCC governance forums and support Board oversight.
• Collaborate with front office and FCC stakeholders; identify gaps and recommend improvements.
• Ensure risk appetite is cascaded and monitored group-wide.
• Advise on PEP/geopolitical risks and AML/CFT controls.
• Perform risk scans on core markets and propose mitigations.
• Support enterprise reviews and risk culture initiatives.
• Prepare Group Compliance reporting to Board and Senior Management.
• Contribute to strategic initiatives and projects.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Risk management

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in law/finance/accounting

Job description

OCBC is seeking a seasoned compliance professional to lead financial crime compliance governance, policy development, and risk management across the bank. The role involves acting as secretariat for FCC governance forums, coordinating with front office and regulatory stakeholders, and shaping AML/CFT controls for core markets.

The ideal candidate brings at least 7 years in compliance or risk management, strong analytical and communication skills, and the ability to drive risk-aware decision