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    Regional Compliance Lead - Singapur, Singapore - Aspire

    Aspire
    Aspire Singapur, Singapore

    3 days ago

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    Description

    Aspire is the leading all-in-one finance operating system for growing businesses in APAC. We are on a mission to reinvent business finance for a new generation of entrepreneurs and business owners, empowering startups and MSME to realise their full potential.

    Founded in 2018, Aspire has raised over USD 300M+ across equity and debt from world-class investors. In 2023, we successfully closed an oversubscribed USD 100 million Series C equity round led by Sequoia Capital and Lightspeed Ventures with participation of Tencent, Paypal Ventures, LGT Capital Partners, Picus Capital and MassMutual Ventures. To power our solutions, we have partnered with some of the best companies in the world such as Visa and Wise and helped more than 15,000 businesses using our suite of products.

    For 2 consecutive years in 2022 & 2023, Aspire has been awarded Best Employer of the Year and Startup of the year by Asia FinTech Awards, and also LinkedIn's Top Startup in Singapore. In 2023, we also made it to CB Insights' Top 100 Global Fintech List.

    You will be amazed by the energy and experience of our team Aspire serves as an environment for you to innovate and drive change with our team of ex-entrepreneurs, ex-founders, and high-achievers with international and diverse backgrounds.

    Are you a top talent who is passionate about entrepreneurship? Join our rapidly growing team to make an impact in the fintech space

    About Aspire

    We are the leading all-in-one finance operating system for growing businesses in South-East Asia. We are on a mission to reinvent business finance for a new generation of entrepreneurs and business owners, empowering startups and SMBs to realize their full potential.

    We have successfully closed an oversubscribed US$ 100 million Series C equity round in 2023 led by Sequoia and Lightspeed with participation of Tencent and PayPal. Since its inception in 2018, we have has raised over US$ 300 million from world-class investors to power our solutions we have partnered with some of the best companies in the world such as Visa and Wise and help more than 15,000 businesses using our suite of products.

    In 2020 we were awarded Hottest Startup by Singapore Business Review and Finalist MAS Fintech Awards. In 2021, 2022 and 2023 we were named in LinkedIn's Top 5 Startups in Singapore and awarded Best Employer of the Year and best Payments Tech 2022 by Asia Fintech Awards.

    You will be amazed by our energy and ambition. We are a team of ex-entrepreneurs, ex-founders, and A-players with international and diverse backgrounds. We team up to excel in what we do, and don't take NO for an answer.We are expanding rapidly. Are you a top talent? Are you passionate about entrepreneurship? Join us and make an impact in the Fintech space

    About the team:

    At Aspire, we understand the importance of maintaining a strong culture of compliance to protect our organization and ensure the trust of our customers. Our Compliance Team is at the forefront of identifying and addressing regulatory risks, implementing controls, and ensuring that our policies and procedures align with regulatory requirements. This allows Aspire to stay ahead of evolving regulations, proactively identifying potential risks and developing comprehensive risk mitigation strategies, hence contributing to our long-term success.

    About the role:

    We are looking for an experienced Compliance professional with a strong background in Payment Services, FinTech, Banking or Financial Services industries, and a solid track record of the implementation and execution of regulatory and compliance programs. In this role, you will Act as the Compliance Officer for Philippines, OPS (Operator of Payment System license), also be the compliance manager of Thailand, Malaysia, Vietnam, etc

    You will be closely supporting Aspire's Head of Compliance with the payment services licensing application, which includes dealing with any and all regulatory and compliance matters, such as designing compliance strategy in line with legal requirements and guidelines, drafting and implementing policies, SOPs, systems, governance, and internal controls, and helping Aspire comply with its regulatory obligations.

    What will you be doing?
  • Appoint as Lead compliance for emerging markets and reports to Group Head of Compliance
  • you will Act as the Compliance Officer for Philippines, OPS (Operator of Payment System license), also be the compliance manager of Thailand, Malaysia, Vietnam
  • Review and maintain policies, SOPs, and internal controls for regulatory compliance with regional regulations
  • Monitor and conduct audit of the operational execution of the compliance policies.
  • Work on Risk and Control Global projects.
  • Assist in internal and external audits of compliance and regulatory processes and procedures.
  • collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, providing compliance guidance and ensuring adherence to regulatory standards.
  • Develop content for internal training sessions on the regulatory and compliance framework for the business and compliance teams.
  • Maintain a thorough working knowledge of current regulatory requirements, familiarity with company processes, policies, and products.
  • Prepare and submit regulatory reports to regulators
  • Minimum qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in law, finance, business administration, or a related field.
  • Minimum of 5-7 years of relevant experience in compliance, regulatory affairs, or a similar role within the financial services/fintech industry.
  • Strong understanding of regulatory frameworks, compliance requirements, and industry standards particularly in financial services/fintech industries in the region
  • Proven records of successful regulatory experience in the region, specifically in license application, maintenance, and renewal, with familiarity in dealing with regulatory bodies such as BSP, BNM, etc
  • Proven ability to assess and mitigate compliance risks, with a focus on developing and implementing effective compliance programs and policies.
  • Preferred qualifications (3 to 5 bullet points of nice to haves):

  • Master's degree in law, compliance, business administration, or a related field.
  • Professional certifications such as Certified Compliance Professional (CCP) or Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist (CAMS).
  • Previous experience working in the FinTech or digital banking sector, demonstrating an understanding of the unique compliance challenges within innovative financial services.
  • Experience in managing compliance matters related to cross-border transactions and international regulatory requirements.
  • Familiarity with compliance management software and tools for streamlining and enhancing compliance processes.
  • What we offer

  • Uncapped flexible annual leave.
  • Hybrid work arrangement.
  • Training subsidy for your professional growth.
  • Wellness benefit.
  • Team bonding budget to foster collaboration and sense of belonging.
  • Flexibility to work from anywhere (for up to 90 days per annum).
  • Culture is Key: We always strive to cultivate a special culture that brings special talents together - You can learn more about our culture on our careers site and LinkedIn Life page.
  • Equal Opportunity Statement

    Aspire is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by applicable laws.


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