Regulatory Compliance (IT) Specialist

NETS; Singapore; On-site; SGD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

NETS is seeking an experienced Compliance professional in Singapore to oversee regulatory compliance across business units. The role focuses on identifying regulatory risks, drafting policies, and implementing testing and reporting programs to ensure adherence to laws and standards.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in regulated financial compliance, strong analytical and communication skills, and a proven ability to collaborate across teams while driving regulatory initiatives.

Qualifications

• Degree in Computer Science, IT, Information Security, Economics, Accounting, or related disciplines.
• At least 5 years of compliance experience in a regulated financial industry.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with applicable laws, rules and regulations and apply sound ethical judgment regarding business practices and conduct.
• Work with business units to identify and manage regulatory risk including handling incident reporting to the authority.
• Assess risk when business decisions are made, with due consideration for the company’s reputation and key stakeholders’ interests.
• Draft and implement organizational policies, standards and procedures to comply with applicable regulations.
• Develop, implement, and execute compliance testing, continuous assurance, and reporting of compliance testing reviews.
• Conduct training to improve awareness of control requirements stated in IT standards, and/or any industry good practices.
• Manage regulatory requests, prepare responses and inform the senior management of significant compliance matters that require their attention or action in a timely manner.
• Manage monthly compliance reporting to Senior Management and Board.
• Drive adhoc regulatory projects assigned, including engagement of business stakeholders for successful implementation.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Team player

Interpersonal communication

Documentation and reporting

Self-driven

Education

Degree in Computer Science / IT / Information Security / Economics / Accounting

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with applicable laws, rules and regulations and apply sound ethical judgment regarding business practices and conduct.
• Work hand in hand with the business units to identify and manage regulatory risk including handling incident reporting to the authority.
• Assess risk when business decisions are made, with due consideration for the company’s reputation and key stakeholders’ interests.
• Draft and implement organizational policies, standards and procedures to comply with applicable regulations.
• Develop, implement, and execute compliance testing, continuous assurance, and reporting of compliance testing reviews.
• Conduct training to improve awareness of control requirements stated in IT standards, and/or any industry good practices.
• Manage regulatory requests, prepare responses and inform the senior management of significant compliance matters that require their attention or action in a timely manner.
• Manage monthly compliance reporting to Senior Management and Board.
• Drive adhoc regulatory projects assigned, including engagement of business stakeholders for successful implementation.

Requirements

Education & Experience

• Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Information Security, Economics, Accounting, or related disciplines
• At least 5 years of compliance experience in a regulated financial industry.

Skills & Knowledge

• Strong analytical skills with keen attention to detail
• Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks
• Strong team player with a proven track record of working well in a collaborative environment
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Strong documentation and report writing skills
• Self-driven with the ability to operate independently