Compliance Officer

UQPAY PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

UQPAY PTE. LTD. is seeking a Senior Compliance Leader in Singapore to design and oversee the company’s regulatory framework across global and local requirements.

You will drive risk assessment, monitor compliance, and advise leadership on implications for product development and business processes. The role requires 5+ years in senior compliance within fintech or banking, deep AML/KYC knowledge, and strong regulator interaction skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Law, Finance, Business Administration or related field.
• 5+ years in a senior compliance or similar role within fintech or banking.
• Deep understanding of AML/KYC, sanctions, anti-bribery/corruption, and regulatory requirements.
• Hands-on experience with acquiring, card issuing, and remittance payment services.
• Experience with regulators (central banks, financial regulatory bodies).
• Strong communication & interpersonal skills; capable of interacting with senior management, regulators, cross-functional teams.
• Knowledge of Payments Services Act or equivalent local legislation is an advantage.
• Knowledge of VASP / virtual asset regulatory frameworks is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement policies, procedures, and compliance frameworks covering business operations, risk management, AML / KYC, and regulatory compliance.
• Design compliance strategy tailored to global and local regulatory requirements; ensure integration into product development and core business processes.
• Oversee the compliance and risk programme: risk identification, assessment, mitigation, monitoring, and continuous improvement.
• Keep up to date with regulatory developments and best practices in compliance; advise the company on implications.
• Act as the primary liaison for regulatory authorities and manage relationships with regulators.
• Manage relationships and compliance requirements with banking partners and other financial institutions.
• Conduct vendor / third-party compliance risk assessments; advise management and stakeholders accordingly.
• Monitor day-to-day business for compliance issues; ensure business units adhere to compliance policies and standards.
• Develop and deliver compliance training for staff; prepare training materials and lead sessions.
• Work cross-functionally to foster a culture of compliance; provide guidance on complex compliance-related issues.
• Prepare reports on due diligence findings, internal investigations, and compliance metrics for senior management and relevant stakeholders.

Skills

Regulatory compliance

AML / KYC

Sanctions

Anti-bribery

Regulatory liaison

Vendor risk

Training delivery

Cross-functional

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Regulatory reporting

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement policies, procedures, and compliance frameworks covering business operations, risk management, AML / KYC, and regulatory compliance.
• Design compliance strategy tailored to both global and local regulatory requirements; ensure that it is integrated into product development and core business processes.
• Oversee the compliance and risk programme: risk identification, assessment, mitigation, monitoring, and continuous improvement.
• Keep up to date with regulatory developments and best practices in compliance; proactively advise the company on implications.
• Act as the primary liaison for regulatory authorities and manage relationships with regulators.
• Manage relationships and compliance requirements with banking partners and other financial institutions.
• Conduct vendor / third-party compliance risk assessments; advise management and stakeholders accordingly.
• Monitor day-to-day business for compliance issues; ensure business units adhere to compliance policies and standards.
• Develop and deliver compliance training for staff; prepare training materials and lead sessions.
• Work cross-functionally to foster a culture of compliance; provide guidance on complex compliance-related issues.
• Prepare reports on due diligence findings, internal investigations, and compliance metrics for senior management and relevant stakeholders.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Law, Finance, Business Administration or a related field.
• Minimum5 yearsof experience in a senior compliance or similar role within fintech or banking.
• Deep understanding of AML / KYC, sanctions, anti-bribery / corruption, and other financial-service regulatory requirements.
• Hands-on experience with acquiring, card issuing, and remittance payment services.
• Prior experience working with regulators (central banks, financial regulatory bodies, law enforcement).
• Strong communication & interpersonal skills; capable of interacting with senior management, external regulators, cross-functional teams.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving skills, and attention to detail.
• Working knowledge of key regulations, e.g. the Payments Services Act (or equivalent local legislation), is an advantage.
• Knowledge of VASP / virtual asset regulatory frameworks is a plus.