Regulatory & AML Compliance Lead (Singapore)

Xendit Inc.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Xendit Inc. is seeking a commercially minded Regulatory Compliance and AML Manager to shape Singapore's compliance infrastructure as the business scales.

You will own key regulatory and financial crime responsibilities, translating complex rules into scalable, operational controls while collaborating with Product, Engineering, Risk and Commercial teams. This high-ownership role requires 7+ years of regulatory experience, strong MAS knowledge, and proven ability to influence senior stakeholders

Qualifications

• 7+ years in regulatory compliance or financial crime risk management.
• Deep knowledge of AML/CFT, due diligence, monitoring, sanctions.
• Strong understanding of MAS PSA and local regulatory requirements.
• Proactive, with strong stakeholder management and cross-functional influence.
• Experience with transaction monitoring systems or compliance tools.

Responsibilities

• Own Regulatory Compliance & Governance across MAS requirements.
• Lead license applications, variations and regulatory engagements.
• Translate regulatory changes into actionable product and operational requirements.
• Develop scalable compliance processes and governance frameworks.
• Partner with Product, Engineering and Ops to embed compliance into product design.
• Drive risk-based governance and robust controls.

Skills

Regulatory compliance

AML/CFT

Sanctions screening

Transaction monitoring

Stakeholder management

Communication skills

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

RegTech

Transaction monitoring systems

Job description

Xendit Inc. is seeking a commercially minded Regulatory Compliance and AML Manager to shape Singapore's compliance infrastructure as the business scales.

You will own key regulatory and financial crime responsibilities, translating complex rules into scalable, operational controls while collaborating with Product, Engineering, Risk and Commercial teams. This high-ownership role requires 7+ years of regulatory experience, strong MAS knowledge, and proven ability to influence senior stakeholders