A leading global payments and fintech organisation is seeking a Head of Risk to join its rapidly expanding Singapore office. This is an exceptional opportunity for you to shape the future of risk management in a high-growth environment, working at the heart of APAC’s financial innovation.
As the Head of Risk, you will play a pivotal role in developing and embedding robust risk and control frameworks, ensuring regulatory compliance, and fostering a culture of risk awareness across all business units.
What you'll do:
As Head of Risk, you will be entrusted with shaping the entire risk landscape for the Singapore office while collaborating closely with global teams.
- Designing robust frameworks that address regulatory expectations across operational, technology, financial crime, and fraud domains.
- Act as a trusted advisor to senior leadership—translating complex risks into actionable plans—and serve as the main liaison with regulatory authorities.
- By overseeing critical processes such as transaction monitoring, incident management, liquidity oversight, and safeguarding measures, you will ensure that every aspect of the business operates within a secure control environment.
- Your ability to build relationships across departments will be essential as you drive continuous improvement initiatives and foster a culture where everyone understands their role in managing risk effectively.
What you bring:
To excel as Head of Risk in this organisation’s Singapore office, your background should reflect substantial experience navigating complex regulatory environments within payments or financial services.
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent qualification in Finance, Business Administration, Law or similar discipline is required for this position.
- At least seven years’ experience in risk management or related fields such as regulation, audit, compliance oversight or technology control within payments, fintech or banking sectors is essential.
- Professional certifications such as FRM (Financial Risk Manager), PRM (Professional Risk Manager), CAMS (Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist), or CISM (Certified Information Security Manager) are considered beneficial but not mandatory.
- Strong understanding of Singapore’s regulatory environment including MAS Payment Services Act (PSA), MAS Notices (such as AML/CFT), safeguarding requirements and TRM Guidelines is necessary.
- Proven track record managing operational risks—including transaction processing—as well as technology/cybersecurity risks within financial institutions is highly valued.
- Experience engaging directly with regulators such as MAS and presenting to senior stakeholders including Boards is advantageous for this role.
- Demonstrated ability to develop cooperative working relationships across diverse teams while proactively addressing conflicts constructively is important.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills are needed to present complex information clearly to various audiences including non-technical stakeholders.
- Ability to identify root causes during operational incidents through deep-dive analysis while recommending practical solutions for remediation is expected.
- Commitment to fostering an inclusive team environment where knowledge sharing supports collective success is highly regarded.
What sets this company apart:
This organisation stands out for its commitment to nurturing talent within an inclusive workplace that values collaboration above all else. Employees benefit from flexible working opportunities designed to support work-life balance alongside generous training programmes that encourage ongoing professional development. The company’s supportive leadership fosters open communication channels where every voice is heard—enabling individuals at all levels to contribute meaningfully towards shared goals. With a focus on knowledge sharing across global teams and a dedication to upholding the highest standards of integrity in everything they do, this employer provides an environment where your expertise will be recognised while offering ample scope for personal growth. Joining this team means becoming part of a network that values dependability, empathy, and mutual respect—qualities that underpin long-term success both for individuals and the wider business community.
What's next:
If you are ready to take your career in risk management to new heights within an empowering global environment, this opportunity awaits your application!
Apply today by clicking on the link provided—your next career chapter starts here.
Do note that we will only be in touch if your application is shortlisted.
Robert Walters (Singapore) Pte Ltd
ROC No.: 199706961E | EA Licence No.: 03C5451
EA Registration No.: R22105333 Nur Humaira Binte Jamall Abd Nassir
