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Regional Compliance Lead - APAC

8-10 Years
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Job Description

Job Responsibilites

  • Design, implement, and maintain a robust global compliance framework covering AML, CTF, sanctions, KYC/KYB, transaction monitoring, and regulatory reporting.
  • Lead the end-to-end compliance program lifecycle, including policies, procedures, controls, risk assessments, monitoring, testing, and issue remediation.
  • Serve as the primary point of contact for regulators and supervisory authorities in APAC, managing regulatory communications, examinations, inspections, and ongoing engagement.
  • Collaborate with Business, Product, Risk, and Legal teams to integrate compliance by design into business processes.
  • Ensure effective governance, documentation, and audit readiness across all compliance activities.
  • Oversee licensing and regulatory applications, renewals, and variations in coordination with internal stakeholders and external advisors.
  • Build, mentor, and lead a high-performing compliance team, setting clear accountability and performance standards.
  • Monitor global regulatory developments in payments and digital assets, assess impact, and proactively adapt the compliance program.

Job Qualification

  • Bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline or equivalent work experience.
  • 8+ years of experience in compliance, risk, AML/CTF, or sanctions screening, with at least 5 years in compliance at a licensed payment institution or similar institution
  • Professional certification such as CAMS (Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist) or equivalent is preferred.
  • Proven experience in leading and developing high-performing teams.
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, managing multiple priorities and stakeholders.
  • Strong knowledge of APAC regulatory landscape, including payment services and digital assets regulations.

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