Compliance Manager - Geylang
About the Role:
We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Compliance Manager to lead our company’s regulatory and licensing efforts in the fast-evolving financial services and e-commerce sectors. This role will be responsible for overseeing license applications, ensuring adherence to local and international laws, and building a robust compliance framework that supports sustainable growth and operational excellence.
The ideal candidate will have solid experience with financial service licensing, e-commerce business permits, and regulatory engagement across Southeast Asia or other relevant jurisdictions.
Key Responsibilities- Lead the preparation and submission of applications for financial service licenses, payment institution approvals, and e-commerce business licenses in relevant countries.
- Act as the primary liaison with regulatory bodies such as MAS (Singapore), OJK (Indonesia), etc.
- Monitor and interpret applicable laws, regulations, and guidelines affecting financial products, digital platforms, and cross-border e-commerce.
- Develop, implement, and maintain internal compliance policies, procedures, and controls aligned with regulatory requirements.
- Conduct internal audits and risk assessments to ensure ongoing regulatory compliance.
- Manage periodic reporting obligations to regulators and provide compliance updates to senior management.
- Ensure the company adheres to AML/CFT, data privacy (e.g., PDPA, GDPR), consumer protection, and digital commerce regulations.
- Partner with legal, product, and operations teams to ensure new products and services meet compliance requirements from day one.
- Train and advise internal teams on compliance matters and promote a culture of compliance across the company.
- Keep abreast of regulatory trends and proactively recommend actions to ensure regulatory readiness.
- Bachelor’s degree in law, Finance, Business, or related field (legal or compliance certification preferred).
- Minimum 5–8 years of compliance or regulatory experience in financial services, fintech, or e-commerce industries.
- Proven experience in handling license applications for payment institutions, P2P lending, e-money, or e-commerce platforms.
- Deep understanding of regulatory frameworks including AML, KYC, PDPA/GDPR, payment regulations, and digital commerce laws.
- Experience working with regulatory bodies in Southeast Asia (e.g., MAS, OJK, Bank Indonesia, Thailand) is a strong plus.
- Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, both internally and with external regulators.
- Highly organized, proactive, and able to manage multiple projects and deadlines independently.
- Fluency in English required; other Southeast Asian languages (e.g., Mandarin) are an advantage.
Why Join Us?
Join a fast-growing global company at the intersection of technology, finance, and e-commerce, where you will play a critical role in shaping legal strategies and driving regulatory compliance. Work with an innovative leadership team, gain exposure to high-impact projects across multiple industries, and contribute to the growth of cutting-edge fintech and robotics solutions.