Godwin Austen Advisory Hiring! Full Time Associate or Senior Associate, Regulatory Compliance in - Ricebowl

Senior Associate / Assistant Manager (Regulatory Compliance) 

Career Level: Senior Associate / Assistant Manager 

Qualification: Bachelor's Degree 

Job Responsibilities: 

• Advise a portfolio of financial services clients on their obligations under the SFA, FAA and related MAS Notices and Guidelines 
• Respond to client compliance queries accurately and promptly, providing clear and practical guidance 
• Prepare and submit regulatory filings, notifications and periodic returns on behalf of clients 
• Develop and review regulatory governance frameworks, registers, policies and procedures for financial institutions 
• Conduct reviews of business processes and internal controls to identify regulatory gaps and assess compliance risks. 
• Liaise and correspond with regulatory authorities, external auditors and other stakeholders in support of clients 
• Monitor regulatory developments and assess their impact on clients businesses and compliance frameworks 
• Perform ad-hoc projects, including but not limited to regulatory mock inspections, AML/CFT due diligence reviews 
• Assist with other ad-hoc duties as required  

 Skills & Requirements 

• Bachelor's degree in accounting/finance, business, legal or a related field 
• At least three to five years’ relevant professional experience; appointment level will be commensurate with experience 
• Experience in regulatory compliance with consultancy firms, financial institutions or MAS will be an added advantage 
• Familiarity with compliance policies, procedures and frameworks beyond AML/CFT, such as licensing and conduct of business, conflicts of interest, outsourcing, business continuity, technology risk management and regulatory reporting. Candidates whose experience is limited to AML/CFT may not be suitable. 
• Knowledge of local MAS regulatory requirements for capital markets entities 
• Proficiency in English (written and spoken)  
• Well organised and able to manage multiple client matters under prescribed deadlines 
• A proactive and collaborative team player who thrives in a fast-paced, client-centric environment. 
• Immediate or short notice is preferred