Senior AML Policy & Governance Leader

OCBC Group; Singapore; Hybrid; SGD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary

Holistic benefits

Job summary

OCBC Group in Singapore is seeking an AVP to lead policy and governance of anti-money laundering. You will shape FCC policy, collaborate with front office and control functions, and provide expert risk oversight to senior management.

The role offers exposure to regulatory engagement, a chance to influence risk culture, and opportunities to drive a sustainable AML program across the bank while supporting business growth.

Qualifications

• A degree in a relevant field such as law, finance, or accounting.
• Minimum 7 years of experience in compliance or risk management.
• Strong analytical, communication, and governance skills.

Responsibilities

• Act as secretariat for key financial crime governance forums and prepare materials.
• Advise on risk assessments, identify gaps in controls, and propose improvements.
• Ensure risk appetite is cascaded and monitored group-wide.
• Provide guidance on PEP/geopolitical risks and AML/CFT controls.
• Conduct horizon scanning and contribute to the FCC risk heatmap.
• Prepare reporting to Board and Senior Management on key metrics.
• Support strategic compliance initiatives and risk culture elevation.

Skills

Stakeholder mgmt

Analytical thinking

Regulatory knowledge

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

Degree in law/finance/accounting

Job description

OCBC Group in Singapore is seeking an AVP to lead policy and governance of anti-money laundering. You will shape FCC policy, collaborate with front office and control functions, and provide expert risk oversight to senior management.

The role offers exposure to regulatory engagement, a chance to influence risk culture, and opportunities to drive a sustainable AML program across the bank while supporting business growth.