Director (Statutory / Board Director)

Page Executive; Singapore; On-site; Confidential; Full time

Job summary

Page Executive in Singapore offers a board-level leadership opportunity as Statutory Executive Director in a MAS-licensed payments business. You will shape strategy, govern risk, and drive growth while ensuring strict regulatory compliance.

The role requires directing governance, engaging with regulators, and leading board and committee discussions, with accountability for integrity, financial prudence, and stakeholder relations.

Qualifications

• Proven track record as Director or senior governance role in MAS-regulated financial institutions.
• Deep knowledge of the Payment Services Act, AML/CFT, KYC/CDD.
• Experience with Board, risk and governance discussions.
• Ability to satisfy MAS Fit & Proper requirements, integrity and financial soundness.

Responsibilities

• Serve on the Board of Directors and influence strategic direction and long-term growth.
• Ensure compliance with the Payment Services Act, MAS regulations and governance requirements.
• Oversee enterprise risk management, AML/CFT, sanctions, fraud controls and governance processes.
• Review and approve policies, budgets, business plans and material transactions.
• Provide challenge and guidance to management on performance and regulatory matters.
• Engage with regulators, auditors and external stakeholders as required.
• Support a strong culture of compliance, integrity and governance.
• Participate in Board and committee meetings including risk, audit and compliance discussions.

Skills

Director-level experience

Regulatory compliance

Governance

Stakeholder management

Board communications

Job description

• Board-level opportunity in a growing MAS-licensed payments business
• Shape strategy and growth as a Director of a MAS-licensed firm

About Our Client

The organisation is a Singapore-based payment institution regulated by the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) under the Payment Services Act. The company provides cross-border payment and remittance solutions to individual and corporate clients and is focused on expanding its presence within the fast-growing payments and fintech ecosystem.

Job Description

As a Statutory Executive Director, you will:

• Serve on the Board of Directors and contribute to the company's strategic direction and long-term growth plans.
• Ensure compliance with the Payment Services Act, MAS regulations, and all applicable governance requirements.
• Oversee enterprise risk management, AML/CFT frameworks, sanctions compliance, fraud controls, and internal governance processes.
• Review and approve policies, budgets, business plans, and material transactions.
• Provide effective challenge and guidance to management on business performance and regulatory matters.
• Engage with regulators, auditors, and external stakeholders where required.
• Support the development of a strong culture of compliance, integrity, and sound corporate governance.
• Participate actively in Board and committee meetings, including risk, audit, and compliance discussions.

The Successful Applicant

You must have:

• Proven experience as a Director, Chief Compliance Officer, MLRO, Chief Risk Officer, or senior executive within a MAS-regulated financial institution, payment institution, fintech, bank, or remittance business.
• Strong knowledge of the Payment Services Act, MAS requirements, AML/CFT frameworks, KYC/CDD processes, and regulatory compliance obligations.
• Demonstrated track record in risk management, governance, and regulatory engagement.
• Ability to satisfy MAS Fit & Proper requirements, including integrity, competence, and financial soundness.
• Strong commercial judgement, stakeholder management skills, and board-level communication capabilities.
• Prior Board, Audit Committee, Risk Committee, or governance experience will be highly advantageous.

What’s on Offer

• Meaningful exposure to the growing cross-border payments and fintech sector.
• Direct engagement with shareholders, regulators, and senior industry stakeholders.
• Competitive remuneration package commensurate with experience and scope of responsibilities.
• Opportunity to establish yourself as a key leader within a high-growth regulated financial institution.

We welcome your application and look forward to discussing how your expertise aligns with this role.