IT Compliance Officer

Company Munich Re; Singapore; Hybrid; SGD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A global reinsurance company is seeking an IT Compliance Manager in Singapore. The role involves managing IT regulatory inspections and audits while ensuring compliance with evolving regulations. The ideal candidate has over 5 years of experience in IT Compliance and Audit, particularly within the financial services sector. Strong expertise in frameworks like COBIT 2019 and stakeholder management are essential. This position offers a hybrid working arrangement along with competitive compensation and various employee benefits.

Benefits

Flexible and hybrid working arrangement

Generous annual leave allowance

Comprehensive health and dental insurance

Qualifications

• Over 5 years of professional experience in IT Compliance, IT Risk Management, and IT Audit.
• Experience in financial services and insurance sectors, with Big Four IT audit experience valued.
• Strong understanding of IT governance frameworks and audit practices.
• Ability to manage IT and business stakeholder relationships effectively.
• Detail-oriented with strong project management skills in audit environments.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate end-to-end IT regulatory inspections and audits.
• Manage each audit as a project to ensure adherence to timelines.
• Perform compliance assessments of regulations and advisories.
• Support maintaining internal IT Audit coordination-related guidelines.
• Foster collaboration among IT Compliance officers across regions.

Skills

IT Compliance

IT Risk Management

IT Audit

Microsoft Excel

Stakeholder Management

COBIT 2019

Cybersecurity Principles

Data Protection Regulations

Detail-oriented Work

Team Collaboration

Education

Relevant Certification (CISA/CISSP)

Job description

Location Singapore, Singapore Job type Full-Time Work mode Hybrid Job level Professional Job ID 10685 Company Munich Re Employment type Regular Area of expertise Information Technology

Your job

• Coordinate end-to-end IT regulatory inspections (e.g. OIC, NFRA, IRDAI, APRA, MAS ), annual external IT audits, and internal IT audits, including stakeholder engagement, coordination of questionnaires and surveys, fieldwork, audit reporting, and post-audit gap closure monitoring.
• Manage each audit as project ensuring it stays on schedule and involves the right IT experts and management at the appropriate times.
• Review relevant materials before they are sent to the auditor to ensure high quality and accuracy.
• Perform first-line compliance assessments of new laws, regulations, advisories, and circulars in collaboration with IT divisions, Group Compliance, and Integrated Risk Management.
• Follow global IT Audit Coordination processes to ensure consistent and unified approach to IT audits across APAC.
• Participate in the global IT Audit Coordination projects.
• Support maintaining internal IT Audit coordination-related guidelines and work instructions.
• Foster cross-regional collaboration among IT Compliance officers and provide support to counterparts in other locations.

Your profile

• Over 5 years of professional experience in IT Compliance, IT Risk Management, and IT Audit.
• Background in the financial services and insurance sectors, with Big Four IT audit experience valued.
• Experience with IT governance frameworks, methodologies, and audit practices.
• Proficient in COBIT 2019, Cybersecurity principles, and Data Protection regulations.
• Experience managing IT and business stakeholder relationships with confidence.
• Experience with Microsoft Excel for audit reporting and data analysis.
• Keeps abreast of industry trends in regulatory compliance, emerging threats, and technologies to better assess risks and safeguard the organization.
• Relevant Certification strongly favored such as Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) / Certified information Systems Security professional (CISSP) or similar.
• Remains calm and clear-headed under pressure; maintains strict confidentiality.
• Experience with managing and prioritizing multiple concurrent requests.
• Detail-oriented with a meticulous approach to work.
• Strong team player with experience collaborating across global teams.
• Self-driven and committed to continuous personal development with cultural sensitivity.
• Willing to assume additional responsibilities when capacity allows.
• Demonstrates high integrity, accountability, and a positive team-oriented attitude.
• Proactive in identifying improvements and adaptable to change.
• Open to occasional global travel.

Our Benefits

• Flexible and hybrid working arrangement
• Generous annual leave allowance
• Comprehensive dental, life and health insurance coverage

At Munich Re, we embrace, and value, the interaction of diverse backgrounds, experiences, perspectives and thought. This interaction is our foundation. Of our open culture and spirit of partnership. Of how our teams are built and cultivated. Of how we are supported and developed. And at the centre of this interaction is each of us

Your Benefits

With us, you get more than just an exciting job. Enjoy a wide range of employee benefits tailored to your wellbeing and development. Please note that regional differences may apply.

Competitive Salary

We provide fair and competitive compensation that reflects your performance and commitment.

Company performance-based Incentives

In addition to your salary, our variable compensation approach allows you to share in Munich Re's success.

Recognition and Special Rewards

We recognise outstanding individual contributions through a variety of targeted rewards and incentives.

Retirement Planning

We support your long-term financial wellbeing with retirement solutions aligned with local regulations.

Inclusive Workplace Culture

We foster a respectful, inclusive, and values-driven environment.

Learning & Development

We offer tailored learning opportunities with a strong focus on core skills and business-critical knowledge.

Work-Life-Balance

Supporting your ability to balance family, leisure, and your career.

Health & Wellbeing

We support your physical and mental health through a range of programs and activities in each location.