Head of Regulatory Compliance, Private Bank

About Our Client

Our client is a well-established international private bank with a strong presence across Asia and a continued commitment to maintaining the highest standards of regulatory compliance and governance. As part of its ongoing growth and regulatory agenda, the bank is looking to appoint a Head of Regulatory Compliance to lead its regulatory advisory and compliance oversight function.

This is a senior leadership role partnering closely with business, risk, legal, and senior management stakeholders to provide regulatory guidance, strengthen governance frameworks, and support the bank's strategic objectives across the private banking business.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the Regulatory Compliance function and provide advisory support across the private banking business

• Act as a trusted advisor to senior management and business stakeholders on regulatory developments and compliance matters

• Interpret and assess the impact of new and existing regulations on the bank's business activities, products, and client offerings

• Oversee regulatory compliance frameworks, policies, and governance processes to ensure ongoing effectiveness

• Provide guidance on client onboarding, suitability, cross-border activities, product governance, and business initiatives

• Engage with regulators and coordinate regulatory reviews, inspections, and enquiries

• Partner closely with Compliance, Risk, Legal, Audit, and business teams to drive effective implementation of regulatory requirements

• Monitor regulatory developments and emerging risks, providing timely recommendations to management

• Lead and develop a high-performing compliance team while fostering a strong compliance culture across the organisation

Requirements

• 12+ years of experience within Regulatory Compliance, Compliance Advisory, Business Risk, or related control functions within financial services

• Strong knowledge of private banking, wealth management, and applicable regulatory requirements

• Proven experience providing regulatory advisory support to front office and senior business stakeholders

• Experience engaging with regulators and managing regulatory change initiatives

• Strong understanding of governance, conduct, suitability, cross-border, and client-related regulatory requirements

• Strategic thinker with strong stakeholder management and influencing capabilities

• Excellent communication skills with the ability to translate regulatory requirements into practical business solutions

• Prior leadership experience managing teams and senior stakeholder relationships would be advantageous

• Candidates with either strong Regulatory Compliance or Business Risk experience within private banking environments are encouraged to apply

Application Process

Please submit your resume to Emily Tan at [Confidential Information], quoting the job title. Due to the anticipated volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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