AAA Global Hiring! Full Time Compliance Specialist in - Ricebowl

Legal & Compliance Associate | Singapore

Location: Singapore

Any Special Requirements: Law degree required, preferably qualifying the candidate to practise law in Singapore. Mandarin fluency (written and spoken) is strongly preferred.

A leading global quantitative trading firm is looking for a Legal & Compliance Associate to join its Singapore office. This is an opportunity to gain exposure to the global regulatory environment while supporting the firm's legal, compliance and regulatory operations across multiple markets.

Working closely with internal teams, brokers, counterparties and regulators, you will play an important role in maintaining regulatory standards, managing compliance processes and supporting the firm's continued growth. The firm also offers in-house and external training to support your professional development within the financial industry.

The Role – Legal & Compliance Associate | Singapore

The Legal & Compliance Associate will support the firm's compliance framework and legal operations, covering regulatory reviews, AML, KYC, contractual documentation, exchange requirements and internal policy management.

Responsibilities And Priorities

• Assist in designing and conducting periodic reviews and internal audits.
• Complete applications and documentation for exchanges, regulators, clearing organisations and counterparties.
• Conduct AML reviews on counterparties and prepare reports on findings.
• Maintain the firm's intranet, including updates to Compliance and HR policies, procedures, information notices and company information.
• Handle KYC requests from counterparties and brokers.
• Conduct initial reviews of contracts, broker agreements and vendor agreements.
• Liaise directly with brokers regarding requests from exchanges and regulators.
• Maintain third-party compliance software and certifications, coordinating policy updates across departments.
• Research regulatory developments and enforcement actions, providing monthly updates to the firm.
• Review surveillance alerts, escalate issues where necessary and monitor technology changes.
• Maintain company registration filings and related documentation.
• Support compliance with Singapore's local HR and employment regulations.

Requirements

• A strong educational background, including a B.A. or B.S. from an accredited institution.
• A law degree is required, preferably qualifying the candidate to practise law in Singapore.
• Legal and/or compliance experience within a financial institution is preferred. Relevant environments include:
• National securities exchanges or self-regulatory organisations.
• Registered broker-dealers.
• Registered investment advisers.
• Proprietary trading firms.
• Other financial institutions.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Understanding of investment products and financial operations.
• Project management, technical and prioritisation skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including SharePoint, is preferred.
• Mandarin fluency, both written and spoken, is strongly preferred due to regular interaction with Greater China counterparties, exchanges and regulators.

If you're ready to lead with conviction and build something enduring, we want to hear from you.

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