VP/ED, Group Oversight Specialist

As Singapore’s longest established bank, we have been dedicated to enabling individuals and businesses to achieve their aspirations since 1932. How? By taking the time to truly understand people. From there, we provide support, services, solutions, and career paths that meet their individual needs and desires.

 Today, we’re on a journey of transformation. Leveraging technology and creativity to become a future-ready learning organisation. But for all that change, our strategic ambition is consistently clear and bold, which is to be Asia’s leading financial services partner for a sustainable future.

 We invite you to build the bank of the future. Innovate the way we deliver financial services. Work in friendly, supportive teams. Build lasting value in your community. Help people grow their assets, business, and investments. Take your learning as far as you can. Or simply enjoy a vibrant, future-ready career.

Your Opportunity Starts Here.

Step into a pivotal role where your expertise directly shapes the fight against financial crime on a global scale. As the FCC Oversight Specialist for our overseas entity, you will enjoy the challenge of navigating complex regulatory landscapes while collaborating with diverse business units across Group OCBC. This role offers the unique opportunity to influence and strengthen our financial crime prevention strategies, ensuring our institution remains a trusted and compliant leader in the industry.

Success in this role hinges on your ability to build strong, collaborative relationships and communicate effectively across multiple stakeholders and jurisdictions. By proactively engaging with compliance teams throughout the Group, you will drive a cohesive and robust compliance culture. Your keen insight and strategic guidance will help overcome regulatory challenges and evolving financial crime risks, safeguarding the bank’s integrity and reinforcing its commitment to excellence in compliance. You will play a vital role in safeguarding the bank's integrity and protecting it from financial crime threats. Your dedication to staying informed and your ability to provide sound guidance will be crucial in maintaining a strong compliance framework in this dynamic landscape

• You will oversee the financial crime compliance framework for the overseas entity, conducting regular risk assessments and monitoring adherence to regulatory requirements.

• Your day-to-day tasks include working closely with local and Group compliance teams, leading investigations into suspicious activities, and providing them with guidance on any related matters to ensure thorough understanding and effective resolution.

• You will work closely with business units on regionalisation plans to ensure financial crime controls are effectively integrated without compromising customer centricity.

• Additionally, you will collaborate with entities to address and resolve any audit queries related to financial crime compliance.

• A key part of your role is to identify opportunities to streamline processes, reduce redundancies, and enhance operational efficiency across compliance functions. By balancing compliance requirements with customer needs, you help maintain a seamless and secure customer experience.

• You will also provide actionable recommendations to mitigate risks and prepare comprehensive reports for senior management and regulators to ensure transparency and accountability.

• A degree with min. 10-12 years of relevant experience preferably in Compliance background. ICA or ACAMS certified preferred.

• Able to multi-task and cope with change and diversity in a fast-paced environment.

• Able to articulate thought process clearly.

• Possess a strong analytical and problem-solving skills with excellent verbal/written communication and interpersonal skills.

• Possess strong project management skill.

• Proficient in MS Office applications such as Excel and PowerPoint.

• Team player, self-motivated and resourceful

Competitive base salary. A suite of holistic, flexible benefits to suit every lifestyle. Community initiatives. Industry-leading learning and professional development opportunities. Your wellbeing, growth and aspirations are every bit as cared for as the needs of our customers.