Head of Compliance (Singapore) – Leading Asian Bank
Core
Lead the Singapore compliance function for a leading Asian bank, overseeing regulatory compliance and AML/CFT frameworks while acting as the primary liaison with the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS).
Role type
Senior management Head of Compliance
Builds
Compliance culture, governance frameworks, and regulatory reporting processes
Domain
Banking / Financial Services / Regulatory Compliance
Required skills
Strategic leadership, regulatory engagement, AML/CFT oversight, team management, legal documentation review, stakeholder management
Preferred skills
Experience reviewing and negotiating legal agreements, professional certifications (CAMS, ICA)
Technologies
N/A
Responsibilities
Own the Compliance function for Singapore encompassing Regulatory Compliance and AML/CFT; Act as the primary point of contact and liaison with the MAS; Provide authoritative compliance advice to the business and senior management; Oversee the end-to-end AML/CFT framework including policy, procedures, and suspicious activity reports; Lead, mentor, and develop the local compliance team; Liaise with the Group Head of Compliance to align local policies with group standards.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC