Compliance Officer

UQPAY PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

UQPAY PTE. LTD. in Singapore is seeking a seasoned Compliance Lead to develop and execute the company’s compliance program across global and local regulatory landscapes.

You will drive risk management, AML/KYC controls, and regulatory relationships with authorities and banking partners. The role requires hands-on experience in fintech or banking compliance, strong communication skills, and a proactive approach to staying ahead of evolving regulations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Law, Finance, Business Administration or a related field.
• Minimum 5 years of 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.

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.

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.