Head of Compliance

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

Job summary

A leading company in the financial services sector is seeking an experienced compliance officer to lead QA checks, conduct risk assessments, and enhance compliance procedures. The role requires a strong understanding of local laws and a proven track record in compliance operations. The ideal candidate will have exceptional communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with stakeholders.

Qualifications

• At least 8+ years’ experience in a compliance role.
• Good knowledge of local laws and regulations.
• English proficiency for coordination with overseas partners.

Responsibilities

• Lead QA checks to support regional teams.
• Conduct customer risk assessments and due diligence.
• Identify and document unusual activity or AML flags.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Investigative skills

Organizational skills

Education

ACAMS certification

Tools

World Check

Neterium

Job description

• Ability to take on and lead special assignments and projects;

• Take the lead on adhoc QA checks to support the regional teams;

• Identify and propose procedure and process enhancements;

• Work with the team lead and Manager for ongoing assessments, assisting with compliance reviews, and ongoing or ad hoc reviews;

• Work closely Account Managers and other key stakeholders within the business;

• Proficiency in compliance applications and programmes such as World Check or Neterium etc.;

• Good knowledge on provisions of local laws, directives, regulations and otherwise standards applicable to subject persons and knowledge of upcoming regulation of virtual currency policies is a strong plus;

• Good proficiency in conducting customer risk assessments, periodic/trigger reviews and enhanced due diligence;

• Identification and documentation of unusual activity or AML flags;

• Participate in internal and external training programs related to AML/CFT and other subjects that may form part of the day to day work requirements.

Requirements

• At least 8+ years’ directly related experience in a compliance role with a substantial knowledge of relevant rules and regulations and the day-to-day compliance affairs;

• English is required to be able to coordinate with overseas partners and stakeholders;

• Demonstrated ability to write effectively;

• Superior organizational skills;

• Strong communication skills;

• Investigative skills & detailed orientated;

• ACAMS desirable.