Head of Compliance (Fintech)

Cana Consulting; Singapore; On-site; SGD 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent consulting firm in Singapore is seeking a Head of Compliance to drive compliance strategy and oversight across its operations. The successful candidate will lead the development of compliance frameworks, manage onboarding processes for suppliers, and mentor local compliance teams. Candidates should have strong experience in compliance leadership within financial services and a solid understanding of regulatory requirements. This is an excellent opportunity to shape compliance processes at a leading organization.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in compliance leadership roles within financial services.
• Strong understanding of regulatory frameworks and compliance strategies.

Responsibilities

• Lead compliance strategy development globally.
• Oversee onboarding processes for suppliers and partners.
• Manage local compliance teams and guide their development.

Skills

Compliance strategy development

Risk management

Leadership

Job description

Cana Consulting is partnering with a prominent financial leader, in search of a Head of Compliance. The Head of Compliance will be responsible for setting the compliance strategy and ensuring its effective execution across the organisation's core business lines.

Key Responsibilities:

Strategic and Framework Leadership

• Lead the development and execution of compliance strategies globally for the company.
• Design and maintain compliance frameworks governing external contractors, suppliers, and outsourced activities.
• Manage processes for securing and maintaining necessary operating licenses, overseeing all related applications, official renewals, and regulatory audits.

Operations and Execution

• Oversee the entire process for onboarding new suppliers and partners.
• Act as the primary point of contact for large, business clients regarding compliance assurance, coordinating and supporting client audits and due-diligence reviews.
• Drive key compliance projects, including work related to data reporting activities, strategic partnerships, and necessary data acquisition requirements.
• Actively identify, evaluate, and reduce compliance risks across the business, proposing practical, action-oriented solutions that support business goals.
• Directly participate in compliance processes, internal audits, investigations, and complex issue resolution as required.

Team and Regional Management

• Provide functional leadership and guidance to the dedicated Compliance Officers.
• Manage and mentor local compliance professionals.

Due to the volume of applicants, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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