Compliance Director – MAS License
Responsibilities
- Lead the end-to-end MAS Payment Services Act (PSA) licence application (likely Major Payment Institution).
- Prepare and submit regulatory documentation, including business model, AML/CFT framework, risk assessment, and compliance policies.
- Act as the main liaison with MAS throughout the application process.
- Develop and implement compliance programmes covering KYC, CDD/EDD, transaction monitoring, sanctions screening, and AML/CFT controls.
- Draft and maintain compliance policies and SOPs aligned with MAS regulations.
- Work closely with product, technology, and business teams to ensure regulatory compliance.
Requirements
- 6–10 years of compliance experience in payments, fintech, banking, or financial services.
- Hands-on experience with MAS regulations and PSA licence applications.
- Strong knowledge of AML/CFT, transaction monitoring, sanctions screening, and regulatory compliance.
- Experience in high-volume payment, e-wallet, gaming, or fintech environments is an advantage.
- Strong stakeholder management and cross-functional collaboration skills.