Risk and Regulatory Transformation Manager

KPMG Singapore; Singapore; On-site; SGD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A global professional services firm based in Singapore is looking for a Risk and Regulatory Transformation Manager. The role involves leading transformation projects, mentoring junior consultants, and ensuring compliance with key regulations in the financial sector. Candidates should have a strong background in risk advisory and a deep understanding of capital markets. Excellent communication and project management skills are essential. This position offers opportunities for personal and professional growth in a collaborative environment.

Benefits

Flexible working framework

Diversity and inclusion initiatives

Qualifications

• Track record in risk or regulatory advisory.
• Experience in managing risk change programs.
• Deep understanding of capital markets and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Lead workstreams in risk transformation and reporting.
• Conduct business impact assessments and provide recommendations.
• Deliver regulatory change programs including business analysis.

Skills

Consulting background

Risk transformation

Regulatory knowledge

Project management

Data analysis

Communication skills

Tools

Excel

SQL

SharePoint

Visio

PowerPoint

Job description

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FS Consulting, RRA, Risk and Regulatory Transformation Manager

Work Type: Permanent

Start Date for Applications: 30 Jan 2026

Closing Date for Applications:

KPMG in Singapore is part of a global organization of independent professional services firms providing Audit, Tax and Advisory services. We operate in 138 countries and territories with more than 276,000 partners and employees working in member firms around the world. Each KPMG firm is a legally distinct and separate entity and describes itself as such. KPMG International Limited is a private English company limited by guarantee. KPMG International Limited and its related entities do not provide services to clients.

Job Description

Our Risk and Regulatory Transformation business helps leading financial institutions to transform how they manage risk and regulation — combining deep domain expertise with cutting-edge technology. Our team works directly with C-suites and senior leadership to redesign risk & compliance functions, embed AI and automation, and deliver scalable solutions that drive resilience, agility, and trust. If you're passionate about shaping the future of financial services, this is where innovation meets impact.

We provide services across the risk & compliance function, especially in relation to Non-Financial Regulatory Reporting (NFRR), Risk & Controls Transformation, and Risk & Compliance Function Transformation. Each focus on integrating domain expertise with cutting-edge technology solutions and AI development, achieved through collaboration with cross-functional teams.

The Role

We seek an Assistant Manager and Manager (designation will be based on experience) to contribute significantly to these three pillars by risk & regulatory changes, leveraging AI and technology solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead or support workstreams across risk transformation, regulatory reporting, and controls optimization, including advisory, implementation support, post-implementation reviews, and platform/process optimization
• Conduct business impact assessments, target operating model reviews, and provide strategic recommendations for enhancements and regulatory compliance
• Deliver and support regulatory change programs (e.g., MAS, HKMA, ASIC, MIFID II, SFTR, EMIR, IBOR, CSDR), including business analysis, requirements gathering, and post-implementation assurance
• Perform risk and control reviews for key functional and business areas within investment banking, capital markets and retail banking clients, with a view to providing advise on how to optimise and automate control environment
• Formulate and deliver client propositions and solutions tailored to evolving regulatory and risk requirements
• Mentor, coach, and manage junior team members, fostering a collaborative and high-performing environment
• Build and maintain strong client relationships, leveraging industry knowledge and delivery capability
• Support business development activities, including developing value propositions and converting pipeline opportunities
• Stay abreast of industry, market, and regulatory trends, and articulate their impact on client opportunities

The Person

• Consulting background with a successful track record in risk, regulatory, or capital markets advisory (Big 4 or major financial institution experience preferred)
• Experience managing or supporting delivery of risk, regulatory, and change programs across sell side, buy side, and financial market infrastructure firms
• Deep understanding of capital markets, pre- and post-trade operations, and regulatory drivers shaping the industry
• Understanding of key regulations impacting banks operating in Singapore, including those that are subsidiaries/branches of US/EU/UK banks
• Demonstrated expertise in risk transformation, non-financial regulatory reporting, and controls transformation/simplification
• Strong project/program management and business analysis skills. Familiarity in methodologies such as PRINCE II or MSP will be preferred
• Technical proficiency in tools such as Excel, SQL, SharePoint, Visio, and PowerPoint
• Proven ability to mentor and manage junior consultants and work collaboratively within teams
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build and maintain client relationships
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills

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At KPMG in Singapore we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We believe that diversity of thought, background and experience strengthens relationships and delivers meaningful benefits to our people, our clients and communities. As an equal opportunity employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of age, race, gender identity or expression, colour, marital status, religion, sexual orientation, disability, or other non-merit factors. We celebrate the different talents that our people bring and support every staff member in their journey to achieve personal and professional growth. One of the ways we do this is through Take Charge: Flexi-work, our flexible working framework which enables agile and innovative teams to help deliver our business goals.