Senior Risk & Compliance Officer (3-month)

About the Company A prominent international banking and financial services institution. About the Job • Drive risk and compliance oversight for the local entity to align operations with regulatory rules, internal guidelines, and group standards. • Maintain and enhance governance, risk, financial crime, compliance, and data privacy frameworks alongside their supporting controls. • Take on the responsibilities of the designated Money Laundering Reporting Officer (MLRO) to supervise AML/CFT operations and obligations throughout the contract. • Manage routine communications, filings, and inquiries with the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) and other regulatory bodies. • Track regulatory changes, evaluate their impact on local business operations, and offer actionable guidance. • Ensure all compliance submissions and regulatory reports are completed accurately and submitted on time. • Provide second-line review, constructive challenge, and advice on commercial activities, projects, and new initiatives. • Oversee third-party outsourcing relationships to ensure compliance with supervisory and group standards. • Support compliance investigations, incident management, customer complaints, and issue resolution with proper escalation. • Facilitate the ongoing operation and execution of risk management processes. • Compile management information reports and risk updates for executive leadership and governance committees. • Collaborate with the Principal Officer, regional risk and compliance teams, and global stakeholders for a unified risk management approach. Skills and Requirements • Strong background in compliance, risk oversight, and AML/CFT operations within financial services. • Sound knowledge of MAS regulatory requirements, statutory reporting, and local governance expectations. • Experience executing second-line review and managing risk frameworks and outsourcing arrangements. • Proven ability to liaise directly with regulatory authorities and manage official submissions. • Solid communication and stakeholder management skills to provide practical advice across business units. To apply online please use the 'apply' function. (EA: 94C3609/ R24124496)