Head of Risk

2 weeks ago

Singapur, Singapore Robert Walters plc Full time

Overview

A leading global payments and fintech organisation is seeking a Head of Risk to join its rapidly expanding Singapore office. This is an exceptional opportunity to shape the future of risk management in a high-growth environment, working at the heart of APAC’s financial innovation.

As the Head of Risk, you will play a pivotal role in developing and embedding robust risk and control frameworks, ensuring regulatory compliance, and fostering a culture of risk awareness across all business units.

What you'll do
  • Designing robust frameworks that address regulatory expectations across operational, technology, financial crime, and fraud domains.
  • Act as a trusted advisor to senior leadership—translating complex risks into actionable plans—and serve as the main liaison with regulatory authorities.
  • Overseeing critical processes such as transaction monitoring, incident management, liquidity oversight, and safeguarding measures to ensure the business operates within a secure control environment.
  • Build relationships across departments to drive continuous improvement initiatives and foster a culture where everyone understands their role in managing risk effectively.
What you bring

To excel as Head of Risk in this organisation’s Singapore office, your background should reflect substantial experience navigating complex regulatory environments within payments or financial services.

  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent qualification in Finance, Business Administration, Law or a similar discipline.
  • At least seven years’ experience in risk management or related fields such as regulation, audit, compliance oversight or technology control within payments, fintech or banking sectors.
  • Professional certifications such as FRM, PRM, CAMS, or CISM are beneficial but not mandatory.
  • Strong understanding of Singapore’s regulatory environment including MAS Payment Services Act (PSA), MAS Notices (AML/CFT), safeguarding requirements and TRM Guidelines.
  • Proven track record managing operational risks—including transaction processing—as well as technology/cybersecurity risks within financial institutions.
  • Experience engaging directly with regulators such as MAS and presenting to senior stakeholders including Boards is advantageous.
  • Ability to develop cooperative working relationships across diverse teams and address conflicts constructively.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills to present complex information clearly to various audiences including non-technical stakeholders.
  • Ability to identify root causes during operational incidents through deep-dive analysis and recommend practical remediation solutions.
  • Commitment to fostering an inclusive team environment with knowledge sharing that supports collective success.
What sets this company apart

This organisation values an inclusive workplace, flexible working opportunities, ongoing professional development, and open communication channels. It emphasizes knowledge sharing across global teams and upholds high standards of integrity while offering opportunities for personal growth.

What’s next

If you are ready to take your career in risk management to new heights within an empowering global environment, this opportunity awaits your application.

Apply today by clicking the link provided. We will only be in touch if your application is shortlisted.

Contract Type: Perm | Focus: Compliance | Salary: SGD - SGD per annum | Workplace Type: Hybrid | Experience Level: Mid Management | Location: Singapore

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