Governance Lead

Who We Are

About the Opportunity

What You'll be Doing:

What You'll be Doing:

• Leading strategic direction and governance support related to central Compliance functions (ie. AML/CFT, sanctions and other regulatory requirements).
• Developing and maintaining robust compliance policies, standards, procedures, and guidance frameworks.
• Engaging cross-functionally (with groups such as Data, Engineering, Finance, Legal, Product, and Risk) to implement an effective compliance management program in line with the global standards and industry best practices.
• Developing and maintaining a dynamic dashboard to report compliance metrics and key performance indicators (KPI).
• Prepare timely compliance reports, including reports to management and the Board, and other materials as required by direct and matric shareholders.
• Lead and provide guidance to two Compliance Analysts and a potential growing team.
• Define strategy for implementation and enhancement of the Governance team.
• Develop Global Compliance reporting structure to provide transparency across Regional Compliance functions.
• Prepare Compliance reports, including reports to management and the board, and other materials as required by direct and matrix stakeholders and submit timely.
• Assist with special projects as needed, with the ability to work in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment.

What We Look For in You:

• 7 years of experience in compliance with financial services, FinTech or cryptocurrency industries.
• 3 years of management experience for a team lead role.
• Experience and knowledge of relevant laws and requirements (AML/CFT, sanctions, consumer protection, privacy).
• Strong leadership and people management skills.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience.
• Proven ability to work within and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Self-motivated, critical thinker and adept at working independently and in a dispersed team environment covering multiple and varied tasks.
• Intuitive, highly ethical and comfortable to question and challenge.
• Strong communication and presentation skills, both verbal and written.
• Excellent interpersonal, leadership, organization, negotiation, and communication skills.
• Demonstrate the judgement and ability to closely partner with and advise business and technology leaders (and other stakeholders).
• Strong analytical skills, solid judgement, and the ability to evaluate complex business issues.
• Ability to manage multiple work streams involving different partners and groups.
• Ability to develop a mentoring, inclusive culture for both experienced team members and junior staff.
• Knowledge of regulatory compliance with an understanding of applicable standards and regulations.
• Proficiency in data analysis and deriving meaningful insights for decision-making.

Nice to Haves:

• Proven track record of successfully leading and implementing transformational change initiatives within large organizations, preferably in the banking or financial services sector.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to analyze complex issues, develop innovative solutions, and make data-driven decisions.
• Prior experience working in a global environment and/or Fintech and/or crypto exchange.
• CAMS, ICA, or equivalent certification

Perks & Benefits

• Competitive total compensation package
• L&D programs and Education subsidy for employees' growth and development
• Various team building programs and company events