Compliance Officer

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Compliance Officer to oversee the regulatory compliance framework of a MAS-regulated capital markets services business focused on OTC derivatives and leveraged foreign exchange trading. You will be responsible for ensuring compliance with MAS regulations, managing regulatory engagement, and supporting a strong culture of governance, risk management, and compliance across the organisation.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure ongoing compliance with the Securities and Futures Act (“SFA”), MAS Notices and Guidelines, AML/CFT regulations, and other applicable regulatory requirements.
• Develop and execute the compliance monitoring programme, including reviews relating to onboarding, marketing materials, trading conduct, disclosures, and conflicts management.
• Draft, review, and maintain compliance policies, procedures, and governance frameworks to ensure alignment with MAS expectations and industry standards.
• Act as the primary liaison with MAS on compliance matters, including regulatory filings, inspections, audits, and regulatory queries.
• Oversee AML/CFT compliance matters, including sanctions screening, suspicious transaction reporting, enhanced due diligence, and staff training.
• Work closely with management, Risk, and Operations teams to strengthen internal controls and provide regulatory advisory support.

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor’s degree in Law, Finance, Accounting, Business, or a related discipline; relevant professional qualifications are advantageous.
• Minimum 5 years of compliance experience within capital markets, OTC derivatives, leveraged FX, brokerage, or MAS-regulated financial institutions.
• Strong knowledge of the Securities and Futures Act (“SFA”), MAS Notices and Guidelines, AML/CFT regulations, and CMS licensing obligations.
• Experience managing MAS inspections, regulatory correspondence, and compliance-related engagement with regulators.
• Strong analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to operate independently in a regulated environment.

What We Offer

• Opportunity to lead compliance matters within a MAS-regulated capital markets services business.
• Exposure to complex regulatory and governance matters relating to OTC derivatives and leveraged FX trading.
• Professional and collaborative working environment with strong exposure to senior management and regulatory engagement.