iCapital is seeking a Compliance Officer to join the Compliance Team in APAC. This role will assist with a variety of corporate governance activities both at the firm level and for investment vehicles. The successful hire will take full responsibility for all regulatory and compliance matters for iCapital’s business in Singapore, with regulatory oversight of the cross-border business in APAC, in particular South East Asia and Australia.
Responsibilities:
Define compliance strategy and guidelines to support the firm’s growth across South East Asian region and Australia in a sustainable and compliant way.
Closely monitor new regulatory development/updates and advise senior management and colleagues; putting in place/update compliance policies and review regularly.
Work closely with senior management, colleagues, regulators, and external partners & stakeholders to anticipate risks to the firm and its clients and mitigate them.
Develop and implement appropriate controls and monitor in the context of the business model to ensure that iCapital meets its regulatory obligations in Singapore.
Act as “Compliance Knowledge Center” within the firm and trusted advisor to Senior Management and Business, providing guidance and training on compliance topics if needed
Qualifications
5-9 years of experience of legal, compliance, operations and regulatory experience with a financial entity regulated by MAS
Familiarity with MAS regulations in relation to CMS licensed entity, especially the marketing rules of private funds registered under restricted schemes
General compliance expertise in AML/KYC, code of conduct, gift and entertaining, personal account dealing, compliance monitoring and reporting, STR reporting, data privacy etc., - specifically in Singapore
Adaptable and entrepreneurial, able to work within the fast-paced, growing and constantly evolving structure of a high-growth firm.
In-depth knowledge of cross-border regulations in South East Asia region and Australia is a plus.
Proficient in English communication for collaboration with head office and external, international stakeholders and suppliers.