Rapyd Compliance Manager 

Singapore 

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Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain compliance policies and procedures in accordance with MAS regulations , the Payment Services Act , and other applicable local and international regulatory frameworks.
• Serve as a primary regulatory contact for MAS and other Singapore authorities , managing engagements, filings, and responses to regulatory inquiries.
• Provide expert legal and regulatory advice on business initiatives, including licensing, new product reviews, onboarding/offboarding decisions, and cross-border activities.
• Lead the investigation and reporting of suspicious transaction activity , support STR filings, and ensure alignment with AML/CTF best practices.
• Advise on the design and optimization of transaction monitoring rules and risk typologies in partnership with global compliance and analytics teams.
• Monitor changes in Singapore’s regulatory landscape and translate evolving obligations into actionable compliance initiatives.
• Support regulatory audits and internal reviews, lead the preparation of audit responses, and oversee timely remediation of compliance findings.
• Conduct compliance training and awareness programs tailored to the Singapore regulatory framework, with alignment to global policy.
• Deliver compliance reporting and dashboards to senior management, highlighting trends, risks, and required actions across jurisdictions.

• Bachelor’s degree in Law, Business, Finance, or a related field ; a legal background or experience in a regulatory body (e.g., MAS, FATF) is highly desirable.
• 7+ years of compliance experience , with at least 3 years in Singapore in AML, regulatory compliance, or legal advisory roles within fintech, payments, or financial institutions .
• Strong knowledge of Singapore’s AML regulations, the Payment Services Act , and experience with licensing obligations and regulatory reporting.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English . Additional languages are a plus.
• Proven ability to navigate complex regulatory environments and engage with regulators and external partners in a credible and effective manner.
• Experience working in global organizations or supporting cross-border compliance functions is preferred.

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