We are partnering with an established boutique fund manager in Singapore to recruit a Compliance Officer. This is a replacement hire and an excellent opportunity for a compliance professional who wants full ownership of the compliance function within a lean, high-trust environment reporting directly to the Head of Operation
About the Firm
Our client is a MAS-licensed fund manager operating Cayman Islands-domiciled funds from their Singapore office. The firm operates with a small, close-knit team that values reliability, professionalism, and long-term commitment.
- Serve as the firm's Compliance Officer, responsible for all Singapore regulatory compliance obligations under MAS
- Conduct ongoing transaction monitoring across the firm's fund activities
- Manage periodic investor onboarding reviews, including KYC/CDD and AML checks
- Lead AML/CFT projects, including investor outreach and remediation
- Oversee FATCA/CRS (PACAS/CRS) review and reporting, coordinating with the fund administrator where required
- Maintain and update the firm's compliance framework, policies, and procedures
- Monitor regulatory developments and ensure timely implementation of new MAS requirements
- Support select operational tasks as needed (e.g. trade execution support)
- Demonstrated experience with MAS regulatory compliance in a fund management or financial services environment
- Hands-on expertise in AML/CFT, KYC/CDD, transaction monitoring, and investor onboarding
- Strong understanding of compliance frameworks applicable to licensed fund managers or alternative investment managers
- Ability to work independently as the sole compliance officer — comfortable owning the function end to end
- Mature, diligent, and trustworthy with a long-term mindset
- Experience with Cayman Islands-domiciled fund structures and CIMA regulatory requirements
- Familiarity with US regulatory frameworks (SEC, CFTC) or Indian regulatory environment
- Background in fund administration, corporate service providers, or buy-side fund compliance
- Professional certifications such as CAMS, ICA, or equivalent
- Willingness to learn and take on new jurisdictions over time
- Independent, self-directed professional who thrives in a lean operational setup
- Quiet professionalism — reliable, team-oriented, and trustworthy
- Looking for a long-term seat (5–10 year horizon) with direct access to senior leadership
- Comfortable with a manageable workload, standard working hours, and a 5-day in-office arrangement in the CBD
