Head of Compliance

2 weeks ago

Singapore Sokin Full time

**About Us**

Sokin is a leading B2B financial services provider that enables global payments and receivables for businesses. Our mission: make cross-border transactions cheaper, faster and more transparent - at the best wholesale exchange rate.

We’re a new-age payments solution aiming to empower business trade cross-border with ease, with greater speed, and at reduced cost. Our clients can hold, send, receive and exchange over 75 currencies at a fixed rate through a single access point, as well as benefit from SokinPay’s integrated payment acceptance functionality. With a global infrastructure and industry-leading partners, we are rapidly becoming one of the biggest names in modern remittance.

Sokin has a rapidly increasing client base ranging from sports & entertainment to logistics, travel and more. We have grand plans and are looking to add to our already brilliant team to help us achieve our goals.

**Key Responsibilities**
- Lead the Singapore compliance function, ensuring alignment with all applicable laws, regulations, and internal policies.
- Maintain and manage relationships with MAS and other relevant regulatory bodies, ensuring timely and effective communication.
- Oversee the implementation and maintenance of compliance programs, including AML, KYC, PDPA, financial crime prevention, and risk management.
- Conduct regular risk assessments and ensure appropriate controls are in place to mitigate compliance risks.
- Advise senior management and the board on compliance-related matters and emerging regulatory trends in Singapore.
- Develop and deliver compliance training programs to ensure all employees understand their regulatory obligations.
- Monitor regulatory changes and advise on necessary adjustments to company policies and procedures.
- Prepare and submit regulatory reports, ensuring accuracy and adherence to deadlines.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Legal, Risk, and Operations, to support business objectives while ensuring compliance.
- Lead internal and external compliance audits and address any findings in a timely manner.

**Qualifications & Experience**
- Bachelor’s degree in Law, Finance, Business, or a related field; relevant certifications (e.g., ICA, ACAMS, CAMS, CFE) are highly desirable.
- Minimum of 2 years of experience as an MAS-approved individual (or equivalent experience in Singapore’s regulatory framework).
- Extensive knowledge of Singapore financial regulations, including MAS guidelines, AML/CFT laws, and data protection regulations (PDPA).
- Proven experience in managing relationships with MAS and other regulatory bodies.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, capable of influencing stakeholders at all levels.
- High level of integrity, attention to detail, and the ability to make sound judgments under pressure.
- Sokin_ is an equal opportunities employer and committed to maintaining an inclusive work environment. As a growing global startup with bases across multiple countries, we were established on and continue to promote an agile, flexible working culture. Please reach out to discuss any accommodations you may require during the recruitment process.

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