Managing Director(Cross-Border Payments & Financial Operations)

paylinks pte. ltd.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 350,000 - 700,000; Full time

Job summary

PAYLINKS PTE. LTD. in Singapore seeks a seasoned Managing Director to lead regional strategic growth and financial operations in APAC.

The role requires an executive with a strong background in commercial banking and fintech-driven solutions to bridge governance with innovation. Key duties include formulating strategy, managing P&L and treasury, expanding cross-border payments to large institutions, and ensuring MAS compliance.

Qualifications

• MBA from a reputable university.
• 15–20 years of senior management experience in financial services or banking.
• Experience as Branch General Manager, Head of Corporate Banking, or Deputy General Manager is highly preferred.
• Deep understanding of financial accounting, treasury management and corporate banking operations.
• Experience in cross-border financial services or payment solutions is a strong plus.

Responsibilities

• Formulate and execute the long-term business strategy for Singapore and APAC.
• Oversee P&L, capital allocation and treasury operations with a focus on profitability.
• Drive growth of cross-border payment and collection services with large institutional clients.
• Ensure MAS regulations, AML/CFT and risk controls are in place.
• Engage with global banking partners, financial institutions and Board of Directors.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Financial / P&L management

Regulatory compliance

Cross-border payments

Stakeholder management

Team leadership

Education

MBA

Job description

About the Role:

PAYLINKS PTE. LTD., a leading cross-border payment platform, is seeking a seasoned Managing Director to lead our regional strategic growth and financial operations. The ideal candidate will possess an extensive executive background in commercial banking and financial management, with a proven track record of leading large-scale branch operations and driving B2B financial services. This role requires a visionary leader who can bridge traditional banking governance with innovative fintech solutions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Strategic Leadership & Corporate Governance: Formulate and execute the company's long-term business strategy in Singapore and the APAC region. Provide strong leadership to ensure operational excellence and sustainable profitability.
• Financial & Capital Management: Leverage profound expertise in corporate finance to oversee the company’s P&L, capital allocation, and treasury operations. Optimize cross-border fund settlement and liquidity management processes.
• B2B Business Expansion: Drive the growth of our cross-border payment and collection services. Utilize an extensive network in the banking and corporate sectors to onboard large-scale institutional clients and enhance market penetration.
• Regulatory Compliance & Risk Management: Ensure strict adherence to MAS (Monetary Authority of Singapore) regulations, including the Payment Services Act and AML/CFT frameworks. Establish robust risk control mechanisms based on a strong commercial banking background.
• Stakeholder & Partner Engagement: Manage relationships with global banking partners, financial institutions, regulatory bodies, and the Board of Directors.

Job Requirements:

• Education: Master's Degree in Business Administration (MBA) or related fields from a reputable university.
• Experience: Minimum 15-20 years of comprehensive senior management experience in the financial services or banking industry. Experience serving as a Branch General Manager, Head of Corporate Banking, or Deputy General Manager in commercial banks is highly preferred.
• Industry Expertise: Deep understanding of financial accounting, treasury management, and corporate banking operations. Prior experience in cross-border financial services or payment solutions is a strong plus.
• Leadership: Exceptional strategic thinking, business acumen, and the ability to lead multidisciplinary teams across different regions.
• Regulatory Knowledge: Familiarity with Singapore’s financial regulatory environment and a strong commitment to compliance and risk control.