MAS Compliance Officer (Singapore AMLO)

Join the Pioneer Crypto Brand in the Philippines!Coins is the most established crypto brand in The Philippines and has gained the trust of more than 18 million users. Through the easy-to-use mobile app, users can buy and sell a variety of different cryptocurrencies and access a wide range of financial services.Coins is fully regulated by the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) and is the first ever crypto-based company in Asia to hold both Virtual Currency and Electronic Money Issuer licenses from a central bank.We are looking for a highly capable and hands-on Compliance Officer to serve as the designated compliance lead for our Singapore regulated entity and support broader global compliance operations, with a strong focus on Anti-Money Laundering (AML), Counter-Terrorism Financing (CTF), sanctions, and financial crime risk management.This role will be responsible for ensuring compliance with Singapore regulatory requirements (including MAS expectations), while partnering closely with global legal, compliance, operations, product, and risk teams to enhance and operationalize group-wide compliance frameworks.The ideal candidate combines strong regulatory knowledge, operational execution capability, and experience working in fast-paced fintech, payments, or crypto environments.ResponsibilitiesSingapore Regulatory ComplianceServe as the designated Compliance Officer for the Singapore entity and act as the primary point of contact for local regulatory compliance mattersEnsure ongoing compliance with applicable Singapore regulations, including MAS requirements related to payment services, AML/CFT, technology risk, and regulatory reportingMaintain and enhance compliance policies, procedures, and controls for the Singapore businessSupport licensing obligations, regulatory submissions, audits, inspections, and examinationsMonitor regulatory developments in Singapore and assess impact on business operationsCoordinate with external counsel, auditors, and regulators where necessaryGlobal AML & Financial Crime ComplianceSupport the development and implementation of group-wide AML/CFT and sanctions compliance programs across multiple jurisdictionsEnhance customer due diligence (CDD), enhanced due diligence (EDD), transaction monitoring, sanctions screening, and suspicious activity reporting frameworksConduct AML risk assessments for products, jurisdictions, customers, and business initiativesPartner with Operations and Product teams to implement scalable compliance controls and monitoring solutionsReview and advise on high-risk customers, escalations, and suspicious activitiesAssist in managing global AML investigations and reporting obligations where applicableDevelop and deliver compliance training programs across the organizationGovernance & Risk ManagementPrepare compliance reporting materials for senior management, boards, and regulatorsSupport internal audits and independent compliance reviewsMaintain compliance documentation, registers, and governance recordsHelp establish compliance metrics, KPIs, and management reporting processesPromote a strong culture of compliance and ethical conduct across the organizationRequirementsBachelor’s degree in Law, Finance, Accounting, Business, or related fieldMinimum 3–5 years of compliance, AML, or financial crime experience in fintech, payments, banking, or cryptocurrency industriesStrong understanding of Singapore AML/CFT regulations and MAS expectationsExperience working with payment institutions, digital asset businesses, or cross-border financial services is highly preferredFamiliarity with global AML standards and regulatory frameworks (FATF, sanctions regimes, travel rule, etc.)Experience managing compliance operations across multiple jurisdictions is a strong advantageCAMS, ICA, or equivalent compliance certification preferredStrong analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skillsAbility to operate independently in a fast-moving and evolving regulatory environmentPreferred ExperienceExperience supporting Major Payment Institution (MPI) or crypto-related licensing frameworksExperience interacting directly with MAS or other financial regulatorsFamiliarity with blockchain analytics and crypto transaction monitoring toolsExperience building compliance processes in high-growth environmentsJoin the Coins Team Now!Meaningful Collaborations - The successful candidate will work cross-functionally with other relevant teams to carry out implementations that will improve and create an impact on customer experience.Scalable Growth - Be part of a fast-growing organization with the vision to expand its territories outside APAC which will provide opportunities for career advancement.A Space For Bright Ideas - Let your bright ideas be converted into meaningful changes! Coins culture welcomes new ideas backed up by data to create an impact.We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.