Head of Compliance Singapore, State Street Global Advisors, Assistant Vice President Permanent

We’re looking for a candidate to fill this position in an exciting company.

• Provide ongoing Compliance advisory and licensing support to local senior management and business team
• Participate in new business or financial product launch, provide Compliance advice on different new business initiative/products and conduct suitability review
• Educate Compliance and business personal on applicable Compliance-related rules and regulations
• Advise business personnel on the effectiveness of the design and implementation of business controls in different business lines
• Escalate Compliance issues or concerns to the attention of senior management
• Review marketing materials and refine the process on a risk-based approach
• Manage key projects from the initiation and planning stages through execution and completion
• Interact with regulatory agencies and internal/external legal staff on regulatory exams and inquiries

• University degree preferably in Accounting, Business Administration, Finance, Law or a related discipline
• Minimum of 5-8 years of experience in the Compliance or regulatory functions at a large financial institution, preferably asset management company, or financial services regulator
• Demonstration of sound knowledge in MAS requirements related to registered collective investment schemes and applicable regulations for investment managers
• Knowledge of rules and regulations in South East Asia a plus
• Good knowledge of industry best Compliance/regulatory practice, together with relevant fund management, dealing and distribution practices and procedures