Head of Legal & Compliance

Company Overview

Our client is a leading International Commercial Bank with a significant presence in the Asia-Pacific region. As they continue to strengthen their Singapore operations, they are looking for a high-caliber professional to lead their Legal & Compliance Department.

• Supervise and manage the Legal & Compliance Department
• Oversee and manage the compliance risks of the branch
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge and understanding of regulatory requirements, market developments as well as industry practices and keep Management fully informed of any changes that may impact decision making.
• Familiar with developments in the regulatory environment and legal frameworks including Banking Act, MAS Notices, PDPA and FATCA. And ensure regulatory legal requirements are implemented and complied with.
• Ensures that the requirements of the Compliance Program, internal policies and procedures adhere to applicable regulatory guidelines.
• Responsible for flagging out any matter that may involve litigation to the attention of management in a timely manner and participate where required in any resultant work/courses of action so as to minimize the risks to reputation or other penalties.
• Liaise with MAS on compliance issues such as regulatory requirements and ensure compliance to local regulations.
• In charge the management framework of external legal counsel usage and coordiate the legal affairs of branch.
• Develop and implement compliance monitoring and KYC /AML program for the branch.
• Participate in the review of risk profile of new and/or existing customers account/documentation received as per regulatory “KYC” requirements to ensure that the appropriate level of due diligence is satisfactorily completed.
• Perform transaction monitoring and business conduct of the business unit
• Prepare reports for management on outcome of monitoring review findings and on any deficiency in compliance with policies and regulations that have been identified.
• Submission of reports to MAS and Head Office as and when requested
• Conduct Compliance training / briefing to impart knowledge and to instil a culture for better appreciation of Compliance.
• Report to the Senior Management

• Minimum 12–15 years of experience in Legal and Compliance within the banking industry, with a significant portion in a leadership or managerial role.
• Deep expertise in Singapore’s banking regulations, specifically MAS Notices (e.g., Notice 626), the Banking Act, PDPA, and international standards like FATCA/CRS.
• A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Law (LLB/LLM), Finance, or a related discipline.
• Professional fluency in English and Mandarin is essential, as the role requires liaising with the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) and reporting to the Head Office in China.
• Certifications such as ICA Diploma in Governance, Risk and Compliance or ACAMS are highly preferred.
• Strong diplomatic and communication skills to manage relationships with regulators and internal stakeholders; high integrity and the ability to manage complex litigation or regulatory inquiries.

Experienced candidates are encouraged to apply. Even if you do not have full experience, we may still consider your application and explore other opportunities with you. APPLY NOW to get started!

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