Sygnum Bank AG is hiring a
Web3 SVP, Compliance

Location: Singapore Singapore

Sygnum Singapore is a digital asset-focused fund manager, operating under a Capital Markets Services licence from the Monetary Authority of Singapore. With our suite of asset management offerings, we enable accredited and institutional investors to build exposure to digital assets within their portfolios with complete trust. Together with Sygnum Bank AG, the world’s first digital asset bank, our interdisciplinary team of banking, asset management and Distributed Ledger Technology experts in Switzerland and Singapore are shaping the future of a globally trusted digital asset ecosystem.

We are looking for an SVP, Compliance to join our growing, high impact team in our office in Singapore.

Tasks

  • Developing and executing overall compliance strategy for Sygnum Singapore in close collaboration with Singapore and Zurich based legal, regulatory and risk functions.
  • Leading the compliance function in Singapore to provide compliance & regulatory advisory services to Sygnum and internal stakeholders.
  • Championing a culture of compliance across the company with a good balance between enforcing stringent requirements and taking a commonsense approach.
  • Monitoring and ensuring compliance with applicable laws and (internal) regulations, including adoption of internal compliance frameworks and implementation of corresponding controls.
  • Liaising with the MAS and/or other regulatory bodies, directly or in collaboration with legal, risk and regulatory functions, in relation to compliance related issues.
  • Driving compliance & regulatory projects regarding strategic developments, including the creation and implementation of processes to support the compliance processes of a regulated financial institution.
  • Assessing and approving client documentation related to the client onboarding process and the conduct and maintenance of ongoing monitoring procedures and controls, consistent with applicable KYC and AML regulations and guidelines.
  • Continual assessment of the compliance risks surrounding current and prospective business activities and developing and implementing risk-oriented activity plans
  • Education and training employees on laws and regulations as well as industry practices to ensure corresponding know-how transfer.
  • Uphold the Sygnum values at all times.

Requirements

  • At least 5-8 years of experience in compliance, with a focus on Securities and Futures Act regulated activities and associated AML/KYC requirements.
  • Track record of experience in the set-up and implementation of compliance departments and frameworks for MAS regulated financial institutions;
  • Familiarity with MAS compliance requirements in relation to the application of Singapore securities and payment laws and regulations with respect to digital assets;
  • Minimum Bachelor’s degree in legal, business or other related majors;
  • Strong team player who is highly motivated, independent and with strong interpersonal skills;
  • Detail-oriented with the ability to multi-task and meet deadlines with minimal supervision;
  • Problem-solving, positive and constructive attitude is a must.
  • Comfort in dealing with ambiguity and operating in a fast-changing environment.

Added bonus if you have:

  • Experience working with technology-based financial services platforms.
  • Keen interest and understanding in cryptocurrency, blockchain technology and digital assets.

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