Management Assistant jobs in Singapore

The Anti-Money Laundering / Countering the Financing of Terrorism Division (ACD) is responsible for the implementation of the anti-money laundering / countering the financing of terrorism / countering proliferation financing (AML/CFT/CPF) regulatory regime for sectors regulated by the Ministry of Law (MinLaw), namely the precious stones and precious metals dealers (PSMDs), law practice entities, pawnbrokers, and moneylenders. You will be part of a dynamic team supervising PSMDs, law practice entities, pawnbrokers, and moneylenders for AML/CFT/CPF compliance and preparing for the Financial Action Task Force’s mutual evaluation (FATF ME) of Singapore.

The team will:

1. Conduct policy reviews and formulate and implement AML/CFT/CPF legislation, policy, and guidance which are in line with international standards.
2. Perform AML/CFT/CPF policy guidance role to the Law Society of Singapore (“LawSoc”), a self-regulating body (“SRB”) statutorily designated.
3. Coordinate FATF ME preparation, reporting, and relevant matters and act as resource persons for internal/external engagements to convey MinLaw’s positions and address feedback on policy matters.
4. Network and build relations at the working level within MinLaw and with other agencies and AML/CFT/CPF regulators from other jurisdictions to support engagement outcomes.
5. Conduct AML/CFT/CPF surveillance, data analysis, and research for the 4 sectors.
6. Lead, plan, and organise events or activities that increase AML/CFT/CPF capabilities for the 4 sectors.
7. Develop AML/CFT/CPF materials to increase ML/TF/PF risk awareness and understanding of AML/CFT/CPF requirements for the 4 sectors.
8. Be responsible for cybersecurity and data protection matters of the PSMD sector.

We welcome candidates with positive and open attitudes, who want to learn and grow with ACD to be a progressive, firm, and effective AML/CFT/CPF supervisor. We are looking for team players with:

1. Interest in AML/CFT/CPF.
2. Strong analytical skills and an eye for details.
3. Highly motivated and proactive, takes ownership of the work given and can respond flexibly to rapidly changing situations or requirements.
4. Good interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to connect with regulated entities and other stakeholders.
5. Ability to work independently and within a team environment to meet deadlines.
6. Prior experience in policy review and formulation, AML/CFT/CPF or FATF work, or legal qualifications would be an advantage.

* Key required competencies:

1. International Engagement: Formulate and present agency’s position at international platforms to further Singapore's interest.
2. Research and Analysis: Distill and analyse large amounts of information to identify patterns, trends, and outliers in order to better support evidence-based decisions.
3. Design for Implementation and Communication: Develop policy that factors in strategic communications considerations upfront and has a grounded perspective of implementation considerations.
4. Industry Engagement: Develop and implement stakeholder engagement strategies to enhance their participation in ways that complement agency's objectives and add value to agency's services.

Successful candidates will be appointed on a 1-year contract, subject to annual renewal.

In Singapore, having the rule of law and advancing people’s access to justice are not just lofty ideals but the backbone of a functioning and progressive society. At the Ministry of Law, not only do we contribute to developing the legal frameworks and policies that uphold our way of life, but also to providing community legal services that Singaporeans benefit from. The key policies we oversee include Singapore’s legal and intellectual property infrastructure, the civil and criminal justice systems as well as land resources. Our officers are experts from different fields, and enjoy an excellent and challenging career in a fast-paced environment with plenty of opportunity to grow. If you share our vision of shaping the future of Singapore, you will definitely fit right in here at MinLaw.