Risk & Compliance Recruitment - Associate Director / Director

TENTEN PARTNERS PTE. LTD.; Singapore; Hybrid; SGD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is seeking an experienced Associate Director/Director to lead their Risk & Compliance practice in Singapore and Hong Kong. The ideal candidate will have 7-10 years of recruitment experience, a strong client network, and business development skills. This role offers a flexible working environment, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for career progression.

Benefits

Flexible Working Environment

Career Progression

Study Leave

Competitive Rewards

Established Client Base

Health and Well-Being

State-of-the-Art Tools

Qualifications

• 7–10 years of recruitment experience, focusing on risk and compliance roles.
• Ability to manage end-to-end recruitment lifecycle.
• Experience leading teams is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Build and expand recruitment capabilities across Singapore and Hong Kong.
• Collaborate with clients to understand hiring needs.
• Manage the full recruitment lifecycle and deliver exceptional candidate experience.

Skills

Recruitment experience in risk and compliance roles

Client relationship management

Business development skills

Communication and negotiation skills

Knowledge of recruitment software

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent qualification

Tools

ATS/CRM platforms

LinkedIn Recruiter

Job description

Are you a proven Risk & Compliance recruiter with the network, experience, and ambition to lead one of Asia Pacific’s most dynamic specialist practices?

TENTEN Partners is seeking a seasoned Associate Director / Director to lead our Risk & Compliance recruitment practice across Singapore and Hong Kong. With a strong track record and a well-established client and candidate network, you’ll play a key role in expanding our footprint, delivering outstanding results, and shaping one of TENTEN Partners’ core practices within the Financial Services sector.

About Us

TENTEN Partners is a specialist recruitment firm headquartered in Singapore, with operations in Dubai and Hong Kong. Since 2016, we have earned a reputation for honesty and professionalism, connecting top mid- to senior-level talent across Technology, Digital, Cybersecurity, Data & Analytics, and Risk & Compliance. We partner with leading financial institutions, consulting firms, and high-growth FinTechs to deliver the people who drive innovation and change.

Key Responsibilities

Market and Business Development

• Build and expand TENTEN’s risk & compliance recruitment capability across Singapore and Hong Kong.
• Identify and secure new business opportunities, leveraging your deep industry knowledge and established networks.

Client and Candidate Engagement

• Collaborate with clients to understand hiring needs and develop tailored recruitment solutions.
• Deliver top-tier candidates with a consistent emphasis on exceptional candidate experience.

End-to-End Recruitment

• Manage the full recruitment lifecycle, from sourcing roles and screening candidates to offer negotiation and onboarding.
• Use advanced recruitment techniques, including Boolean search and talent mapping, to source high-quality candidates.

Market Insights and Advisory

• Provide clients and candidates with market intelligence, salary benchmarking, and recruitment best practices.
• Stay informed about industry trends and adapt strategies to remain competitive in the market.

Networking and Brand Building

• Represent TENTEN Partners at industry events and conferences to enhance our brand visibility.
• Build and maintain strong professional networks to create a sustainable pipeline of top talent and client referrals.

Essential Requirements

• 7–10 years of recruitment experience, with a specialized focus on risk and compliance roles.
• Fully self-sufficient as a 360 recruiter.
• Experience leading teams is a plus.
• Track record of placing mid to senior level roles within Financial Services sector.
• In-depth knowledge of market trends, client needs, and talent availability in your core practice.
• Strong client relationship management and business development skills.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management abilities.
• Familiarity with recruitment software, ATS/CRM platforms, and advanced sourcing techniques.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent qualification.
• Well-established professional network across Singapore and Hong Kong.

Benefits

• Flexible Working Environment: Hybrid working model focused on outcomes.
• Career Progression: Defined pathways for growth, supported by structured training and development.
• Study Leave: time given to focus on learning and development.
• Competitive Rewards: Lucrative commission structure, top-performer incentives, and overseas trips.
• Established Client Base: Work with leading organisations in Technology, Financial Services, FinTech and Insurance sectors.
• Health and Well-Being: Comprehensive medical coverage and 25 days holiday allowance.
• State-of-the-Art Tools: Access to the latest recruitment technology, including a LinkedIn Recruiter licence and ATS/CRM systems.

Apply now

Apply now and send your cv to Esther @ [e-mail].

Equal Opportunity Statement

TENTEN Partners is an equal opportunity firm and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by applicable laws.