Director, Regulatory Compliance (Financial Services - Banking/ Insurance)

LMA RECRUITMENT SINGAPORE PTE. LTD.; Singapore; Hybrid; SGD 180,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial institution in Singapore is seeking a seasoned Regulatory Compliance Director to oversee compliance governance and regulatory engagement. This senior leadership role is ideal for candidates with 10–15 years of regulatory experience in the insurance or banking sector. The position offers a salary of up to SGD 200K with an attractive bonus, hybrid work options, and the opportunity to shape compliance strategy in a growing business.

Benefits

Salary up to SGD 200K + attractive bonus

Hybrid working / flexibility

High autonomy

Direct exposure to senior leadership

Opportunity to shape compliance strategy

Qualifications

• 10–15 years of experience in regulatory compliance, risk, or related functions.
• Proven experience handling regulatory engagements and driving compliance strategy.
• Strong understanding of MAS regulations and financial services compliance standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead the regulatory compliance framework, ensuring adherence to MAS and other requirements.
• Provide compliance advisory for new products and strategic business changes.
• Manage regulatory inspections and interactions with regulators.
• Identify emerging regulatory risks and drive remediation plans.
• Lead and mentor a small compliance team.

Skills

Regulatory experience

Stakeholder management

Risk-based advice

Strong communication

Job description

Director, Regulatory Compliance

Salary: Up to SGD 200K + Bonus

Overview

Our client, a leading financial institution with a strong global business, is seeking a seasoned Regulatory Compliance Director to oversee compliance governance, regulatory engagement, and advisory across their operations. This is a senior leadership role suitable for candidates from insurance or banking with strong regulatory experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the regulatory compliance framework, ensuring adherence to MAS, IA, and other relevant regulatory requirements.
• Provide compliance advisory for new products, distribution initiatives, outsourcing arrangements, and strategic business changes.
• Manage regulatory inspections, thematic reviews, and handle all interactions with regulators.
• Oversee compliance policies, manuals, and ensure effective implementation across the business.
• Identify emerging regulatory risks and drive timely remediation plans.
• Partner with senior management to strengthen compliance culture and risk awareness.
• Lead and mentor a small compliance team, ensuring strong capability and career development.

Requirements

• 10–15 years of experience in regulatory compliance, risk, or related functions.
• Background from insurance or banking
• Strong understanding of MAS regulations, insurance guidelines, and financial services compliance standards.
• Proven experience handling regulatory engagements and driving compliance strategy.
• Strong communication, influence, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to lead independently, operate in a fast-paced environment, and provide practical, risk-based advice.

Benefits

• Salary up to SGD 200K + attractive bonus
• Hybrid working / flexibility depending on business needs
• High autonomy and direct exposure to senior leadership
• Opportunity to shape compliance strategy in a growing business

Company Reg No.: 201131609D | License No.: 24S2411 | Reg No: R22109060 | JL