General Manager

ROYAL OCEAN MARINE ENTERPRISE PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 180,000 - 320,000; Full time

Job summary

ROYAL OCEAN MARINE ENTERPRISE PTE. LTD. in Singapore seeks a seasoned Senior Operations Leader to drive local performance, ensure regulatory compliance, and align with global corporate standards.

You will lead a high‑performing team and manage finance, HR, and facility operations to support growth. You will oversee budgeting, forecasting, governance, AML/KYC, and cross‑border transactions, working with the central finance team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Finance, or Law; MBA preferred.
• Minimum 7 years of progressive leadership experience in operations or general management.
• Deep knowledge of corporate governance, international compliance standards, and regional business practices.
• Strong proficiency in budgeting, profit and loss management, financial analysis, and cross-border financial operations.
• Proficient written and verbal English for reporting and stakeholder engagement.

Responsibilities

• Lead local operations to execute strategic goals and ensure compliance.
• Represent the entity as authorized signatory to regulators, banks, and partners.
• Provide operational, financial, and strategic performance reports to executives and the board.
• Oversee daily administrative, operational, and facility management.
• Implement standardized processes and policies to local requirements while aligning with HQ.
• Manage relationships with vendors, auditors, legal counsel, and IT providers.
• Control local budgets, monitor cash flow, and conduct financial forecasting.
• Maintain internal controls and prepare for audits with compliant reporting.
• Oversee transfer pricing, cross-border payments, and local banking with central finance.
• Ensure compliance with laws, governance, tax, AML/KYC, FATCA/CRS.
• Develop risk management frameworks addressing operational, legal, reputational risks.
• Recruit, lead, and develop the local team to build high-performance culture.
• Manage HR functions including payroll compliance and benefits administration.
• Foster remote and cross-border collaboration between local staff and HQ.

Skills

Leadership

Governance knowledge

Financial analysis

Cross-border operations

English proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Finance, or Law

MBA preferred

Job description

Job Summary

Lead local operations to execute strategic goals, ensure compliance, manage financial and administrative functions, and develop high-performing teams aligned with global corporate standards.

Responsibilities

• Drive growth by executing the strategic vision set by the Board and Parent Executive team to align with corporate goals
• Represent the entity as authorized corporate signatory with regulatory authorities, financial institutions, and local partners to ensure compliance and stakeholder engagement
• Deliver operational, financial, and strategic performance reports to senior executives and board members to support informed decision-making
• Oversee daily administrative, operational, and facility management to maintain efficient office operations
• Implement and adapt standardized operational processes, workflows, and policies to meet local requirements while aligning with headquarters standards
• Manage relationships with local vendors, suppliers, and service providers including registered agents, auditors, legal counsel, and IT infrastructure providers to support operational needs
• Control local operational budgets, monitor cash flow, and conduct financial forecasting to ensure fiscal responsibility and optimize resources
• Maintain internal financial controls, prepare for audits, and ensure accurate financial reporting compliant with international and local accounting standards
• Oversee international transfer pricing compliance, cross-border payments, and local banking relationships in coordination with the central finance team to ensure financial integrity
• Ensure full compliance with jurisdiction laws, corporate governance, tax obligations, and regulatory requirements such as Economic Substance, AML/KYC, and FATCA/CRS to mitigate legal risks
• Develop and implement risk management frameworks to proactively address operational, legal, and reputational risks
• Recruit, lead, and develop the local team to build a high-performance culture aligned with global corporate values and business objectives
• Manage local human resources functions including compliance with labor laws, payroll regulations, and employee benefits administration to support workforce stability
• Foster effective remote and cross-border collaboration between local personnel and global headquarters to enhance operational integration and communication

Required competencies and certifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Finance, Law, or related field (MBA or relevant master's degree preferred)
• Minimum 7 years of progressive leadership experience in operations or general management, including managing entity, regional subsidiary, or shared service center
• Deep knowledge of corporate governance, international compliance standards, and regional business practices
• Strong proficiency in corporate budgeting, profit and loss management, financial analysis, and cross-border financial operations
• Proficient written and verbal communication skills in English required for effective reporting and stakeholder engagement

Preferred competencies and qualifications

• Additional local language skills to facilitate communication and collaboration with local stakeholders
• Demonstrated ability to lead cross-border teams across different time zones and cultures to achieve operational goals
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills focused on risk mitigation and operational efficiency
• High degree of self-motivation and accountability to independently drive local operations with minimal supervision

Chan Chee Meng EA 07C3069/R1110620