Head of Compliance

7 days ago

Singapore Michael Page International Singapore Full time

Our client is one of the world's largest commodity producers and traders with multiple listed entities within their organization.

Description

  • Licensing & Qualification Management
  • Responsible for applying and maintaining the company's licenses for conducting business in Singapore.
  • Manage license renewal timelines and processes.
  • Compliance Framework Development & Implementation
  • Establish and maintain a comprehensive compliance management framework covering all business processes.
  • Strengthen customer due diligence procedures.
  • Enhance anti-money laundering (AML) monitoring and investor protection mechanisms to ensure effective execution.
  • Compliance Risk Management
  • Conduct ongoing compliance risk assessments and management.
  • Identify potential risk points and develop mitigation measures.
  • Respond promptly to violations, organize internal investigations, and drive corrective actions.
  • Regulatory Liaison & Coordination
  • Act as the main contact point with regulatory authorities and external auditors.
  • Stay up to date with regulatory and policy developments and refine internal compliance procedures accordingly.
  • Compliance Culture Building
  • Design and implement tiered compliance training programs to ensure employees fully understand and comply with relevant regulations.
  • Promote awareness and embed the value of "compliance-driven operations" across the company.

Profile

  • Bachelor's degree or above in Law, Finance, Accounting, or related fields.
  • Relevant professional compliance certifications are preferred.
  • Familiar with the compliance and operational requirements for Singapore Capital Markets Services (CMS)-licensed institutions, as well as the regulatory requirements of the Securities and Futures Act (SFA) and the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS)
  • Knowledge of derivatives regulations in major international markets (e.g., US, Hong Kong).
  • Minimum 5 years' compliance experience in the financial industry.
  • Strong understanding of Singapore's AML regulations.
  • Prior compliance experience in banks or futures companies in Singapore is preferred.
  • Strong logical thinking, analytical, and communication skills with the ability to provide professional compliance advice.
  • Self-motivated with strong teamwork spirit and ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
  • High standards of professional ethics and integrity, with strong commitment to compliance principles.
  • Has not had their qualification to conduct CMSL-related regulated activities revoked, suspended, or been prohibited from doing so by the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS).
  • Candidates who hold the CAMS (Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist) , CFCS (Certified Financial Crime Specialist) , or have passed the CMFAS (Capital Markets and Financial Services Examination) will be given preference.

Job Offer

Above the market salary range and opportunity to set up the compliance team in a large and stable organization with a collaborative and supportive corporate culture

Michael Page International Pte Ltd. (Company No. N) is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. To apply online please click the 'Apply' button. For a confidential discussion about this role please contact Gavin Teo (Lic No: R / EA No.: 18S9099) on .

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