Head of Compliance

BeathChapman Pte Ltd; Singapore; On-site; SGD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing payments firm in Singapore is seeking a Head of Compliance to oversee licensing and AML matters. The ideal candidate will have at least 8 years of compliance experience, preferably in a payments environment, and a strong understanding of MAS regulations. This role involves managing onboarding processes, enhancing compliance frameworks, and monitoring high-risk transactions. You will be a vital part of the firm's growth strategy across APAC.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of compliance experience in finance, particularly in payments.
• Strong understanding of MAS regulations and AML frameworks.
• Experience working with regional stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Oversee MAS licensing processes.
• Conduct onboarding and KYC for new customers.
• Enhance AML/CFT and Anti-Bribery frameworks.
• Monitor high-risk transactions to mitigate risks.
• Investigate alerts and red flags in transactions.

Skills

Regulatory compliance

AML and KYC Processes

Stakeholder management

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a related field

Job description

The Role

My client is a growing payments firm and we are looking for a Singapore Head of Compliance to join the team in Singapore. You will be overseeing the licensing and AML related matters, and be part of their growth strategy as the scale across APAC.

Responsibilities

• Work with MAS on all licensing related matters
• Onboarding and KYC of new customers
• Implement and enhance the AML / CFT / Sanctions and all Anti‑Bribery related frameworks
• Monitor any high‑risk transactions and mitigate any risks in the business
• Carry out investigation work should there be any alerts, red flags etc

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field
• At least 8 years of compliance experience – ideally with experience across MAS and AML
• Prior compliance experience in a payments firm
• Able to work independently
• Ability to manage and work with regional stakeholders