VP / Head Of Compliance

ADDX; Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

ADDX, a pioneering player in the fintech sector, seeks an experienced Head of Compliance to oversee all compliance functions. You will lead the development of compliance programs, engage with regulatory bodies, and ensure adherence to laws, particularly the MAS regulatory framework. This role demands strong leadership, analytical, and communication skills, with a proven background in financial regulations. Join us in shaping a fair financial market for all.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Law, Finance, Business Administration, or related field; advanced degree or relevant certification (e.g., CAMS, CRCM, CCEP) a plus.
• Minimum of 7-10 years of compliance experience, with at least 2 years in a leadership role within fintech or financial services.
• Deep knowledge of financial regulations in Singapore; experience in other markets and jurisdiction is a plus.
• Strong understanding of fintech environment and able to adapt in fast moving atmosphere.
• Proven ability to lead compliance teams and influence cross-functional stakeholders.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• High ethical standards and integrity.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain a robust compliance program tailored to the fintech industry.
• Monitor regulatory changes and assess their impact on Singapore’s operations, proactively advising senior management.
• Lead compliance risk assessments and establish controls to mitigate compliance risks across products and services.
• Manage relationships with MAS, auditors, and market experts to ensure effective communication and compliance adherence.
• Support senior management team and the group functions in driving new business initiatives by providing expertise in the MAS regulatory framework.
• As MLRO, oversee the implementation and management of anti-money laundering (AML), KYC, CFT, and fraud prevention frameworks.
• Design and deliver compliance training programs to educate employees on regulatory requirements and company policies.
• Coordinate audits and investigations related to compliance breaches or incidents.
• Report compliance status and risk metrics regularly to the Senior Management team and internal committees.
• Ensure compliance with listing and exchange rules, facilitating product growth through regulatory advice.
• Foster a culture of compliance and ethical behaviour throughout the organization.

Skills

Compliance program development

Regulatory knowledge (MAS)

Leadership skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Law, Finance, Business Administration or related field

Relevant certification (e.g., CAMS, CRCM, CCEP)

Job description

Who are we?

We are ADDX, the entry point into private markets, and we aim to democratize private market investments. As a team, we strive to build a future where everybody can access financial ecosystems easily, fairly, and safely.Our team’s belief is real economies benefit when capital flows freely and efficiently, especially in the private market space.

Why join us?

· We have built the world’s first fully regulated platform for digital securities, licensed by the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS).

· ADDX is a global private market exchange headquartered in Singapore. To date, ADDX has listed more than 60 deals on its platform and worked withblue-chip names such as Hamilton Lane, Partners Group, Investcorp, Singtel, UOB, CGS-CIMB, as well as Temasek-owned entities Mapletree, Azalea, SeaTownand Fullerton Fund Management.

. The full-service capital market platform has raised a total of US$140 million in funding since its inception in 2017.

· We are backed by companies such as Singapore Exchange (SGX), the Stock Exchange of Thailand (SET), Temasek subsidiary Heliconia Capital, Japan Investments Corporation, the Development Bank of Japan (DBJ), UOB, KB Securities, Tokai Tokyo Financial Holdings and Hamilton Lane.

We are growing, and we are looking for talented individuals to join our team and take us forward as the leader of the private market. If you believe in a future of fair financial markets, just like we do, we’ve been waiting for you at ADDX.

We are seeking an experienced and strategic Head of Compliance,Singapore to lead and oversee all compliance functions within our fintech organization. This role is pivotal in ensuring that our operations adhere to applicable laws, regulations, and internal policies while enabling business agility and innovation. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in the MAS regulatory frameworks, excellent leadership skills, and the ability to influence cross-functional teams.

Key Responsibilities:

- Develop, implement, and maintain a robust compliance program tailored to the fintech industry.

- Monitor regulatory changes and assess their impact on Singapore’s operations, proactively advising senior management.

- Lead compliance risk assessments and establish controls to mitigate compliance risks across products and services.

- Manage relationships with MAS, auditors, and market experts to ensure effective communication and compliance adherence.

- Support senior management team and the group functions, in driving new business initiatives by providing expertise in the MAS regulatory framework.

- As MLRO, oversee the implementation and management of anti-money laundering (AML), know your customer (KYC),Counter Financing of Terrorism (CFT) and fraud prevention frameworks.

- Design and deliver compliance training programs to educate employees on regulatory requirements and company policies.

- Coordinate audits and investigations related to compliance breaches or incidents.

- Report compliance status and risk metrics regularly to the Senior - Management team and internal committees.

- Managing our platform’s listing framework, ensuring compliance with listing and exchange rules, and facilitating product growth through regulatory advice

- Ensuring Platform’s products and services meet regulatory standards and supporting the growth and development of new products and services.

- Foster a culture of compliance and ethical behaviour throughout the organization.

Qualifications:

- Bachelor’s degree in Law, Finance, Business Administration, or related field; advanced degree or relevant certification (e.g., CAMS, CRCM, CCEP) a plus.

- Minimum of 7-10 years of compliance experience, with at least 2 years in a leadership role within fintech or financial services.

- Deep knowledge of financial regulations in Singapore; experience in other markets and jurisdiction is a plus

- Strong understanding of fintech environment and able to adapt in fast moving atmosphere.

- Proven ability to lead compliance teams and influence cross-functional stakeholders.

- Excellent analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills.

- High ethical standards and integrity.

Due to our limited capacity, we regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.