Compliance/Risk Officer - Contract

To provide compliance coverage across Asia-Pacific divisions in a financial institution. You will advise on regulatory risks, conduct investigations, and enhance control frameworks to safeguard the firm’s operations.

Responsibilities

• Advise divisions on compliance matters including outsourcing, regulatory reporting, cloud governance, data confidentiality, and senior manager accountability to mitigate risks
• Conduct risk assessments and monitor adherence to regulatory requirements across Singapore, Hong Kong, and Asia-Pacific markets
• Perform surveillance and investigations on business activities to identify and manage compliance issues
• Test and improve control frameworks to ensure effectiveness and regulatory compliance
• Analyze regulatory changes and enforcement actions to evaluate their impact on business operations
• Review surveillance alerts and conduct forensic reviews to detect potential compliance breaches
• Draft and update policies and procedures to maintain compliance standards
• Deliver compliance training and communications to promote a strong compliance culture across divisions
• Collaborate with Vice Presidents and global teams to support compliance initiatives and respond to regulatory examinations, audits, and inquiries

Required competencies and certifications

• Knowledge of Singapore and Hong Kong regulatory environments preferred
• Experience in compliance or risk management in a financial institution
• Proficiency in securities and derivatives markets operations
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to effectively engage stakeholders and influence compliance outcomes
• Strong analytical, technical, and problem-solving skills applied to compliance risk identification and mitigation
• Open to Auditors who have experience in financial institution audit

Preferred competencies and qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with relevant discipline
• At least 2 years of relevant experience
• Detail-oriented, organized, and capable of multitasking under tight deadlines
• Proactive, self-motivated, and collaborative team player
• This is currently a contract till December and subject to further extension

R110672

99C3289