Head of Compliance – Leading Fintech Firm

BeathChapman Pte Ltd; Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A payments firm in Singapore is looking for a Head of Compliance to oversee Licensing and AML matters as they expand across APAC. The ideal candidate should have over 8 years of experience in Compliance, prior experience in payments, and the ability to manage stakeholders. This position offers an exciting opportunity for professional growth in 2025.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of Compliance experience, ideally with MAS and AML.
• Prior experience in a payments firm is preferred.
• Ability to work independently is required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee licensing matters with MAS.
• Implement and enhance AML / CFT / Sanctions frameworks.
• Monitor high-risk transactions and conduct investigations.

Skills

Compliance experience

Ability to manage stakeholders

KYC onboarding

Risk mitigation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a related field

Job description

Overview

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 they 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

Qualifications

• Bachelors’ 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

Take charge of this opportunity to welcome a new career challenge in 2025

EA Personnel No. R1985201 | BeathChapman Pte Ltd | Licence No. 16S8112