Role Overview:
We are seeking an experienced Compliance Senior Manager / Director to join our Singapore team as Deputy Money Laundering Reporting Officer (DMLRO). Reporting directly to the Head of Compliance &MLRO, you will support and deputize for the MLRO in managing all aspects of AML/CFT compliance across MAS frameworks for a Recognised Market Operator (RMO)and Capital Markets Services Licence (CMSL) regulated entity.
This role is critical in ensuring the Company operates in full compliance with MAS regulations and industry standards. You will lead AML-related initiatives, act as the escalation point for high-risk cases, and provide subject matter expertise in suspicious transaction reporting. This is an opportunity to influence compliance strategy and enterprise-wide AML risk management for a dynamic fintech platform.
AML and Compliance Programme Oversight
. Act as the escalation point for all AML matters, including reviewing high-riskcustomer cases and approving transaction monitoring (TM) escalations.
. Conduct and maintain the Enterprise-Wide Risk Assessment (EWRA) for AML/CFT risksregularly.
. Provide subject matter expertise in preparing and filing Suspicious Transaction Reports(STRs) to MAS.
. Oversee scenario tuning and threshold calibration for transaction monitoring systems.
Regulatory Advisory & Stakeholder Management
. Provide compliance advisory to business units on AML/CFT matters, including assessments of adverse news, sanctions, and name-screening-related issues.
. Liaise with internal stakeholders and external parties including regulators and law enforcement.
Monitoring & Oversight
- Review of all KYC/CDD, EDD, Transaction Monitoring alerts, and AML/CFT escalations.
- Manage Requests for Information (RFIs) from law enforcement agencies and partner financial institutions.
Regulatory Engagement & Audit
. Assist in MAS AML audits, inspections, and quality assurance reviews.
- Monitor regulatory developments under the SFA and FAA and conduct gap assessments against internal policies.
Compliance Testing & Documentation Review
- Conduct periodic compliance testing across all regulatory compliance areas, including AML/CFT, CDD/KYC, market conduct, Representative Notification Framework (RNF) and licensing obligations, and transaction monitoring processes.
- Review documentation across all compliance domains to ensure completeness, accuracy, and alignment with internal policies and applicable regulatory requirements.
- Identify gaps or deficiencies in controls, documentation, and operational processes, and recommend appropriate corrective actions.
- Maintain comprehensive testing records and prepare reports for senior management, internal audit, and regulatory inspections.
Licensing & Regulatory Projects
- Support compliance-related licensing applications and renewals, including preparation of documentation and coordination with internal stakeholders.
- Assist in drafting and reviewing submissions under relevant regulatory frameworks
- Track regulatory obligations and ensure timely updates to internal compliance frameworks and AML taxonomies.
Listing Rules Oversight
- Review listing applications for completeness and compliance with ADDX Platform requirements, including OTC and Trading rules.
- Investigate non-compliance with ADDX Platform requirements, report and escalate to senior management, and assist in disciplinary actions for breaches.
- Check submissions for completeness of disclosures required under OTC Rules (e.g., disclosure requirements of the information memorandum for security token issuances).
- Prepare recommendations to Listing Approvers for approval after liaising with internal teams for reviews of listing applications.
Policy, Training & Strategic Initiatives
- Assist in updating AML/CFT policies, procedures, and workflows.
- Monitor regulatory developments and industry best practices related to AML, CDD, and Capital Markets Services (CMS) licensing matters.
- Participate in cross-functional projects related to system upgrades, automation, and process improvements.
