Compliance Manager

BRITISH AND MALAYAN TRUSTEES LIMITED; Singapore; On-site; SGD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading fiduciary services provider in Singapore is seeking a Compliance Manager to ensure adherence to regulatory standards set by the Monetary Authority of Singapore. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of compliance experience and a degree in a related field. The role requires strong communication skills and a proactive attitude to manage compliance effectively across the organization.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of relevant compliance experience, preferably in the Trust industry.
• Strong knowledge of MAS regulations.
• Proficient in MS tools like Word, Excel, PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with MAS and ACRA regulations.
• Conduct due diligence and KYC checks.
• Draft and update compliance policies.

Skills

Compliance knowledge

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Team player

Education

Degree in law, finance, or related field

Tools

MS Word

MS Excel

MS PowerPoint

Job description

Job Description

Position : Compliance Manager at British & Malayan Trustees Limited (BMT)

Role:

A key part of the Compliance Manager’s responsibility is to ensure BMT's full compliance with regulations set by the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS), the Accounting and Corporate Regulatory Authority (ACRA), and Anti-Money Laundering/Countering the Financing of Terrorism (AML/CFT).

As the Compliance Manager, it is crucial to uphold BMT's integrity by ensuring all operations strictly adhere to relevant laws, regulations, and internal policies.

This role reports directly to the Executive Director and collaborates closely with various stakeholders to implement and oversee comprehensive compliance programs across the organization; and provides periodic Compliance updates to the Boards of BMT and BMH on Audit and Risk matters.

Responsibilities:

· Stay updated on changes in relevant laws, regulations, and industry best practices to ensure the company's compliance procedures are current and effective.

· Monitor and ensure adherence to MAS, ACRA, and AML/CFT regulations. Stay abreast of regulatory changes and advise management on the implications.

· Conduct due diligence, including AML, KYC, negative news, and sanction screening—for all new and existing relationships using platforms like World-Check.

· Maintain records of compliance activities, including policies, procedures, reports, and correspondence.

· Assist in identifying compliance risks within the organization and recommend appropriate measures to mitigate those risks.

· Draft, review, and update internal compliance policies and procedures to reflect evolving regulatory requirements.

· Oversee client onboarding, including Know Your Customer (KYC) checks, risk assessments, and annual reviews.

· Administer the company's Enterprise-Wide Risk Assessment (EWRA) and Business Continuity Plan (BCP)

· Establish and maintain compliance monitoring programme. Lead the annual filing of CRS, FATCA and Economic Substance returns.

· Conduct regular training sessions for staff on compliance obligations, ethical conduct, and regulatory updates on any MAS notices and guidelines.

· Assist in audit preparation and support, ensuring all documentation and records meet internal and external audit standards.

Skills and qualifications:

· A Degree or equivalent qualification in law, finance, or a related field.

· Minimum 10 years of relevant compliance experience, preferably in the Trust industry.

· Good knowledge of MAS regulations, guidelines, and best practices related to Trust business.

· Proficient in MS tools like Word, Excel, PowerPoint

· Strong team player and possess a proactive attitude.

· Conscientious, independent, with good attention to detail

· Good written and verbal communication skills

· Proven ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines.

About British and Malayan Trustees Limited (BMT)

British and Malayan Trustees Limited (BMT) provides Trustee and other fiduciary services to families, companies, financial institutions, charities and HNWIs since 1924. BMT is licensed and regulated by the MAS. BMT is the oldest independent Trust Services provider in Singapore.

British and Malayan Holdings Limited (BMH) is the Holding company of BMT and is listed on the mainboard of SGX-ST.

BMH also holds a 35% stake in PreceptsGroup International Pte. Ltd. (PGI). PGI is a Singapore service provider in Wills, Trustee, Corporate Secretarial and Academy for Estate Planners.