Director, Regulatory Compliance & Mlro (Fintech)

TL;DR

Director, Regulatory Compliance & MLRO (Fintech): Ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements in Singapore and supporting the business through effective compliance advisory and execution. Focus on managing regulatory engagements, conducting risk assessments, and leading a high-performing compliance team.

Location: On-site, must be based in Singapore with 3 in-office days per week

Company

hirify.global is the global infrastructure company powering real-time cross-border payments.

What you will do

• Design, implement, and maintain an effective Compliance and AML/CFT program in line with new and existing regulatory requirements.
• Conduct risk assessments and maintain key regulatory documentation.
• Provide compliance and AML/CFT advisory support for new products, business models, and use cases.
• Oversee Client Due Diligence (CDD) activities throughout the client lifecycle.
• Act as the primary point of contact with regulators, including managing regulatory engagements and on-site inspections.
• Build, lead, and develop a high-performing local compliance team.

Requirements

• Minimum 10 years’ experience in compliance roles within regulated environments.
• Strong expertise across Compliance and AML/CFT domains, including KYC/KYB, sanctions, and financial crime.
• Solid understanding of the Payments and Fintech industry.
• Proven ability to prioritise effectively and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Fluency in English.

Nice to have

• Prior experience in payments or fintech strongly preferred.
• ACAMS and/or ICA certification preferred.

Culture & Benefits

• Competitive salaries, performance bonuses, sales commissions, equity for specific roles and recognition programs.
• Medical coverage along with 24/7 employee assistance program, generous vacation programs including year-end shut down.
• Flexible hybrid working environment (3 days per week in the office).
• Role-specific training, internal workshops, and a learning stipend.
• Company-wide social events, team bonding activities, happy hours, team offsites.