Compliance Associate (Financial Crime Controls)

TL;DR

Compliance Associate (Financial Crime Controls): Managing the firm's compliance with AML, Sanctions, and ABC regulations in Singapore with an accent on MAS regulatory adherence and risk mitigation. Focus on conducting investigations, performing enterprise risk assessments, and providing regulatory guidance to stakeholders.

Location: Onsite in Singapore

Company

A leading global investment banking, securities and investment management firm providing financial services to a diversified client base worldwide.

What you will do

• Provide daily support and advice on Singapore financial crime regulations for banking business.
• Support the MLRO in engaging stakeholders and providing practical regulatory guidance to achieve commercially viable outcomes.
• Collaborate with APAC and global FCC counterparts to ensure proper implementation of controls.
• Draft and implement applicable policies, procedures, and programs for the entity.
• Perform enterprise risk assessments and conduct investigations into potential suspicious activities.
• Perform enhanced due diligence on high-risk customers and address escalations in Anti-Bribery and Sanctions Compliance.

Requirements

• 3-7 years of experience in Financial Crime Compliance.
• Working knowledge of MAS regulations in banks, preferably gained within a Singapore branch or regulator.
• Strong analytical, writing, and investigative skills for conducting gap and risk assessments.
• Ability to communicate complex issues clearly across different stakeholders.
• Understanding of banking operations, global trading environments, and payment infrastructures.
• Must be based in Singapore.

Nice to have

• Experience with EU-based AML regulations.

Culture & Benefits

• Commitment to fostering diversity and inclusion in the workplace.
• Numerous opportunities for professional and personal growth through training and development.
• Access to firmwide networks and mindfulness programs.
• Wellness and personal finance offerings.
• Reasonable accommodations for candidates with special needs or disabilities.