Responsibilities:
Assist the Head of Legal in all KYC, risk, compliance, governance, internal control matters in the Legal Department of the Company, particularly relating but not limited to the following matters:--
- Manage corporate secretary and corporate governance-related matters.
- Oversee the onboarding KYC process and conduct periodic KYC reviews.
- Conduct compliance reviews of all internal rules and regulations.
- Research legal matters, write reports, and perform any legal administrative or supporting tasks as required in the Legal Department, supporting the Head of Legal in maintaining an efficient compliance mechanism.
- Implement and oversee internal control systems to prevent and detect non-compliance with company policies and legal regulations.
- Continuously assess the effectiveness of existing controls and recommend improvements as necessary.
- Identify operational and compliance risks through regular reviews of procedures, reports, and workflows.
- Evaluate new business projects or changes for potential compliance risks and recommend mitigation measures.
- Propose corrective actions to address control weaknesses and non-conformities.
- Collaborate closely with other departments to ensure consistent enforcement of internal policies and external regulations.
- Provide guidance, training, and advisory support to departments on internal controls and compliance standards.
- Assist in internal audits and investigations by preparing documentation and coordinating with relevant stakeholders.
- Prepare compliance reports and dashboards for management as applicable.
- Stay updated on relevant laws, regulations, and industry best practices in risk and compliance.
- Perform other job-related duties as assigned.
Requirements:
- Bachelor's Law Degree from local universities in Singapore (preferable).
- Admitted to practise law in Singapore Courts (preferable).
- Preferably with 1 to 2 years of local working experience in law firms, financial institutions, or international companies within similar industries.
- An ethical working attitude and will be diligent to carry out all the tasks assigned by the Head of Legal, whether challenging or non-challenging.
- Able to work under pressure and on short notice with a deadline for deliverables.
- Proficient in written and spoken Mandarin to coordinate and provide legal assistance to Mandarin-speaking colleagues and counterparts.
- Good understanding of governance frameworks, internal control standards, and regulatory requirements.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
- Ability to work independently, maintain confidentiality, and collaborate with cross-functional teams.
- Detail-oriented and proactive in identifying and addressing compliance risks.
