Senior Compliance & AML Head – Asset Management

Merries Executive Search; Singapore; On-site; SGD 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Job summary

Merries Executive Search is seeking an experienced compliance leader to head the Compliance function for its asset management business in Singapore. The role oversees regulatory compliance, AML/CFT controls and compliance monitoring, advising management on regulatory requirements and risk matters.

Qualifications include a law/finance/business degree and 8+ years in asset management compliance, with strong knowledge of Singapore regulations and AML/KYC processes.

Qualifications

• Degree in Law, Finance, Business, Accounting or a related discipline.
• At least 8 years of relevant compliance experience, ideally within asset management or investment management.
• Strong knowledge of Singapore regulatory requirements applicable to asset management.
• Good understanding of AML/CFT, KYC, sanctions and compliance monitoring.
• Familiarity with investment products and asset management operations.
• Able to interpret regulatory requirements and translate them into practical policies and controls.
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Leadership or team management experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead the overall Compliance and AML/CFT function for the Singapore asset management business.
• Develop and carry out compliance monitoring and review activities.
• Identify compliance issues, escalate material concerns and ensure proper follow-up and closure.
• Prepare compliance reports for senior management and relevant stakeholders.
• Maintain and update compliance policies, manuals and internal procedures in line with regulatory or business changes.
• Conduct regulatory and compliance training for employees.
• Oversee AML/KYC reviews, screening and ongoing monitoring.
• Work closely with Risk and other business functions to strengthen controls and processes.
• Provide practical compliance advice to management and internal stakeholders.

Skills

Regulatory compliance

AML/CFT controls

Compliance monitoring

Stakeholder management

Leadership

Education

Degree in Law/Finance/Business

Job description

Merries Executive Search is seeking an experienced compliance leader to head the Compliance function for its asset management business in Singapore. The role oversees regulatory compliance, AML/CFT controls and compliance monitoring, advising management on regulatory requirements and risk matters.

Qualifications include a law/finance/business degree and 8+ years in asset management compliance, with strong knowledge of Singapore regulations and AML/KYC processes.