Compliance Officer

Overview

The Compliance Officer shall possess in-depth knowledge of the AML/KYC client due diligence process, compliance monitoring, and review programs.

Key Responsibilities

.Conduct periodic reviews of Customer Due Diligence (CDD) files, anti-money laundering (AML) frameworks, and enterprise risk assessments to ensure alignment with regulatory standards.

.Proactively identify, investigate, and escalate potential AML risks, transactional red flags, and anomalous behavioural patterns.

.Perform regular quality assurance reviews across Transaction Monitoring (TM), internal operating procedures, and designated high-risk business areas to maintain rigorous compliance standards.

.Provide backup coverage to review, investigate, and clear TM alerts, supporting the team in maintaining service levels and mitigating backlog queues.

.Design and deliver comprehensive compliance training sessions for internal staff to foster a strong culture of regulatory awareness and adherence.

.Provide reliable administrative and ad-hoc operational support to the broader compliance team as required.

Requirements

.Minimum of 3 years of professional experience within a compliance, regulatory, or client onboarding function, with specific exposure to the private wealth management sector.

.Strong analytical capabilities with the ability to independently conduct in-depth assessments on complex compliance matters, specifically regarding Customer Due Diligence (CDD) and periodic client reviews.

.Regulatory Knowledge: Comprehensive understanding of MAS 626 regulations, the Securities and Futures Act (SFA), the Financial Advisers Act (FAA), and other applicable Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) notices and guidelines.

.Qualifications: Relevant professional designations--such as CAMS, ICA, CISA, or CPA--are highly advantageous.