Role Overview:
The Regulatory Compliance Officer will be supporting the Chief Compliance Officer (CCO) in managing the Bank's compliance program. This role provides end-to-end regulatory compliance oversight, with a focus on MAS-regulated activities under the Banking Act, Securities and Futures Act (SFA), and Financial Advisers Act (FAA). The officer will act as an in-house regulatory advisor, perform second-line monitoring and testing, and drive proactive engagement with regulators, ensuring the Bank operates with full compliance and integrity.
Key Responsibilities
Regulatory Oversight & Advisory
- Serve as an in-house regulatory compliance specialist, providing advice on the Bank's activities under MAS regulations, including the Banking Act, SFA, and FAA.
- Review new regulatory developments, assess business impact, and provide timely guidance to senior management and business units.
- Act as the control function for MAS-regulated capital markets products and other licensed activities.
Policy, Controls & Monitoring
- Develop and implement compliance policies, internal controls, and monitoring frameworks in alignment with MAS requirements.
- Conduct second-line testing across key compliance risk areas, including transaction monitoring, business conduct, and governance controls.
- Oversee the Bank's third-party risk management control function, ensuring service providers meet regulatory expectations.
Regulatory Liaison & Reporting
- Prepare, review, and submit all MAS-related regulatory notifications, reports, and filings under the SFA/FAA.
- Support the CCO as a key contact with MAS and other regulators during inspections, audits, and queries.
- Maintain comprehensive records of all regulatory submissions and interactions.
Risk Management & Compliance Reviews
- Conduct thematic reviews and compliance risk assessments, identifying control gaps and recommending remedial actions.
- Monitor branch operations to ensure effective compliance with AML/CTF obligations and market conduct standards.
- Escalate significant compliance issues to management and ensure timely resolution.
Training & Awareness
- Deliver training and compliance awareness sessions to reinforce regulatory requirements across business units.
- Provide advisory support to internal stakeholders on governance and compliance best practices.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Law, Finance, Business, or related field.
- Minimum 5 years of compliance or advisory experience in banking and financial services, including exposure to corporate/wholesale banking and capital markets.
- Strong working knowledge of MAS regulations, including the Banking Act, SFA, and FAA, as well as AML/CTF frameworks.
- Proven experience in regulatory submissions, control testing, and third-party risk management.
- Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, with prior experience engaging directly with regulators.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with strong attention to detail.
- Professional certifications such as CAMS, ICA, or equivalent will be advantageous.
Interested candidates are encouraged to submit their resumes along with a cover letter outlining their relevant experience and achievements to [Confidential Information] or click apply now!
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