Executive Director - Head of IT Compliance

TENTEN PARTNERS PTE. LTD; Singapore; On-site; SGD 300,000 - 360,000; Full time

Job summary

Une institution financière de renom recherche un Directeur Exécutif pour diriger la conformité IT. Ce rôle stratégique lui permettra de façonner le cadre de conformité, influençant directement la posture réglementaire et de cybersécurité de l'organisation. Avec une immense expertise et de solides compétences en gestion des risques, ce candidat transformera une fonction régionale au sein d'une entreprise innovante tout en bénéficiant d'un salaire compétitif.

Benefits

Couverture médicale complète

Politique de congé généreuse

Opportunité de leader d'une fonction régionale

Rôle à fort impact

Qualifications

• 15–20 ans d'expérience en conformité IT, risque ou gouvernance dans les services financiers.
• Expertise avérée dans des cadres réglementaires comme MAS, GDPR, PCI DSS.
• Succès démontré dans la construction de cadres de conformité IT au niveau groupal.

Responsibilities

• Développer et mettre en œuvre des cadres de conformité IT à l'échelle du groupe.
• Gérer les audits, les revues réglementaires et les évaluations des risques.
• Agir en tant que conseiller sur les réglementations en évolution et les enjeux de risque.

Skills

Compliance

Governance

Risk Management

Stakeholder Engagement

Strategic Thinking

Job description

Our client is a prestigious financial institution with over 50 years of legacy and a strong presence across Asia, including Singapore, Hong Kong, Taiwan, and China. As part of their continued focus on governance and digital resilience, they are looking for a dynamic Executive Director to head their IT Compliance across the group.

This strategic leadership role sits within the Risk Management function, reporting to the Group Head of IT Risk Management and working closely with the Chief Risk Officer (CRO). You will have the rare opportunity to develop and shape the IT compliance framework from the ground up making a lasting impact on the firm’s regulatory and cybersecurity posture.

Responsibilities

• Develop & Implement Group-Wide IT Compliance Frameworks

  Define policies, governance models, and risk management strategies aligned with regulatory requirements

• Drive Cross-Functional Collaboration

  Partner with first-line IT teams and third-line audit functions to embed compliance into operational practices

• Lead Regulatory Engagement & Audit Management

  Serve as the primary interface for external regulators and auditors; oversee full audit cycles and responses

• Monitor Compliance & Conduct Risk Assessments

  Design monitoring programs, track compliance metrics, and implement corrective actions

• Advise and Influence Senior Stakeholders

  Act as a trusted advisor on evolving regulations, risk issues, and best practices championing a strong compliance culture

What We're Looking For

• 15–20 years’ experience in IT Compliance, Risk, or Governance within financial services

• Proven expertise in regulatory frameworks such as MAS, GDPR, PCI DSS, ISO 27001, NIST

• Demonstrated success in building IT compliance frameworks at the group or enterprise level

• Evidence ability managing audits, regulatory reviews, and risk assessments

• Excellent stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to influence senior leadership

• Strategic thinker with a problem-solving mindset and ability to deliver in fast-paced environments

What’s On Offer

• Up to SGD 360,000 annual base salary + performance bonus

• Comprehensive medical coverage

• Generous leave policy

• Opportunity to lead a regional function in a forward-looking organisation

• High-impact role in shaping compliance and risk governance from the ground up

If you’re ready to lead transformational change in a highly respected financial institution, we want to hear from you.

Apply now and send your CV [e-mail]

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Equal Opportunity Statement

TENTEN Partners is an equal opportunity firm and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by applicable laws.