Head of Compliance, Singapore

4 days ago

Singapore HARBRIDGE PARTNERS Full time

**Job Title: Head of Compliance, Singapore**

**Location: Singapore**

**Overview**

**Our client is a globally recognized financial services group with a strong footprint across Asia and beyond. As part of its expansion in Singapore, the firm is seeking a highly experienced Head of Compliance to lead and oversee its compliance function in the region.**

**Key Responsibilities**

**As the Head of Compliance, you will be responsible for ensuring the firm’s operations in Singapore are fully aligned with local regulatory standards. Your core responsibilities include**:

- Serving as the primary liaison with MAS, exchanges, and other regulatory authorities.
- Providing timely interpretation and guidance on applicable laws, regulations, and MAS guidelines relevant to securities brokers.
- Designing and maintaining compliance frameworks to meet MAS and exchange requirements for all regulated activities.
- Collaborating with IT and development teams to translate regulatory requirements into technical specifications and system changes.
- Drafting and updating compliance manuals, policies, and supervisory procedures.
- Leading regulatory inspections and internal/external audits, including the implementation of remedial action plans where necessary.
- Staying abreast of regulatory developments and proactively assessing their impact on the business.

**Key Qualifications and Skills**:

- Proven track record in a compliance leadership role within a MAS-regulated financial institution, exchange, or regulatory body.
- In-depth knowledge of Singapore’s regulatory landscape, particularly the SFA and related MAS guidelines.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a hands-on approach.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Ability to balance regulatory compliance with commercial pragmatism.
- Technologically proficient; comfortable working with tech teams on regulatory-driven initiatives.
- Strong organizational and project management capabilities.
- Team-oriented mindset with experience in lean team environments.
- Proactive, self-motivated, and adaptable to change.

**What’s on Offer**
- Competitive base salary with annual performance-based bonus and stock options.
- Central Provident Fund (CPF) contributions.
- Comprehensive medical coverage including dental, specialist consultations, and hospitalization.
- Generous leave entitlement.
- In-house daily lunch service and fully stocked kitchen.
- State-of-the-art office setup with multi-monitor workstations.
- Flexible hybrid work arrangements.
- Exposure to global financial markets, products, and an international client base.
- Clear career progression and expanded responsibilities in a rapidly growing global business.

**Please send an updated resume in English to our Managing Partner at ec(at)Harbridgepartners(dot)com**

**Or contact +852 2523 9955 - and ask for Edward Chen, Richard Liu, Cora Pang**

**Harbridge Partners Limited**

**Employment Agency License: 79129

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