Senior Associate - Financial Services Regulatory

ALS RECRUIT PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading international law firm in Singapore is seeking an experienced Senior Associate to join its Financial Services Regulatory team. The role involves advising global banks and FinTech firms on complex regulatory matters and managing regulatory investigations. Candidates should have 4-7 years PQE, exceptional analytical and communication skills, and deep knowledge of the Singapore regulatory framework. This position offers a unique opportunity to work on the forefront of financial innovation and compliance.

Qualifications

• 4-7 years PQE gained within a law firm or a relevant regulatory body/in-house role.
• Deep practical knowledge of the Singapore regulatory framework.
• Exceptional analytical, drafting, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic advice on financial services regulatory matters in Singapore and cross-border.
• Advise on FinTech and Digital Assets regulations.
• Manage regulatory investigations and enforcement actions.
• Draft and negotiate documents related to regulatory compliance.
• Lead and mentor junior lawyers.

Skills

Analytical skills

Drafting skills

Communication skills

Education

Qualified in a common law jurisdiction

Job description

Senior Associate - Financial Services Regulatory

An established international law firm with a robust practice in Asia is seeking an experienced Senior Associate (4-7 years PQE) to join its high-profile Financial Services Regulatory team in Singapore.

You will advise global banks, FinTech firms, and fund managers on complex regulatory and transactional matters, working at the forefront of financial innovation and compliance across the APAC region.

Responsibilities:

• Provide strategic advice on the full spectrum of financial services regulatory matters in Singapore and cross-border, including licensing requirements, conduct of business, market infrastructure, and anti‑money laundering obligations.
• Advise on FinTech and Digital Assets matters, including regulations governing payment services, stablecoins, virtual asset service providers and blockchain technology.
• Manage regulatory investigations and enforcement actions brought by bodies such as the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS).
• Draft and negotiate documentation related to regulatory compliance, client agreements, and transactional matters.
• Lead and mentor junior lawyers and supervise matter progression.

Requirements:

• 4-7 years PQE gained within law firm or a relevant regulatory body/in‑house role.
• Qualified in a common law jurisdiction (Singapore, England & Wales, etc.)
• Deep practical knowledge of the Singapore regulatory framework.
• Exceptional analytical, drafting, and communication skills.

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(EA: 16S8075/ R2090612)