Director, Compliance Services

Aptitude Asia Limited; Singapore; On-site; SGD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

A professional services firm in Singapore is seeking a Director of Compliance Services to oversee compliance operations and manage regulatory adherence for licensed entities. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of experience in regulatory compliance, strong expertise in MAS regulations, and proven team management skills. This role is vital for ensuring compliance excellence and effective service delivery within the firm.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of experience in regulatory compliance.
• Strong technical expertise in compliance related to MAS regulations.
• Experience in building compliance policies and procedures.
• Familiarity with building compliance policies for financial services, asset management focus.
• Excellent communication, teamwork, and proactive problem-solving.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the compliance operations for various licensed entities.
• Provide guidance on regulatory matters.
• Manage compliance projects to meet requirements.
• Lead and develop the compliance team.
• Lead and develop a team to maintain service excellence and effective compliance programs.

Skills

Regulatory compliance

Team management

Project management

Regulatory expertise

Communication skills

Job description

About the job Director, Compliance Services

Our client, a well-established Professional Services company, is looking to hire a Director to lead the Compliance Services team in Singapore.

Job Responsibilities:

• Oversee the day-to-day compliance operations for a diverse portfolio of licensed entities, including fund managers, broker-dealers, and payment service providers
• Provide expert guidance on complex regulatory matters, particularly related to licensing and regulatory inquiries
• Manage compliance projects to ensure timely completion and adherence to requirements
• Serve as the subject matter expert on regulations governing Singapore's financial institutions
• Lead and develop a team to maintain service excellence and implement effective compliance programs

Job Requirements:

• Minimum 10 years of experience in regulatory compliance, either within a regulator, regulated firm, or consultancy
• Strong technical expertise in compliance, with a deep understanding of MAS regulations, especially the Securities and Futures Act
• Proven track record of team management and driving continuous improvement in operations
• Familiarity with building compliance policies and procedures tailored to various business models in the financial services industry, particularly asset management
• Excellent communication skills, a team-oriented mindset, and a proactive, meticulous approach to problem-solving