Risk & Compliance Officer, APAC

HOWDEN SPECIALTY ASIA PACIFIC PTE. LTD.

Singapore, Singapore
Salary to commensurate with qualification + experi...
Hybrid (2 days wfh)
Regulatory requirement updates and impact assessment
Financial crime controls and sanctions screening
Enterprise risk management framework implementation
Howden Specialty Asia Pacific is seeking a Risk & Compliance Officer to support its compliance and risk management frameworks across the APAC region. The ideal candidate should have 2-3 years of relevant experience, preferably in the insurance or financial services sectors, and possess strong analytical and communication skills

Job Summary

  • The role supports the firm's risk and compliance frameworks ensuring operations meet regulatory and ethical standards across APAC jurisdictions.
  • Candidates will gain hands-on experience in audits, compliance activities, and group-wide risk projects within a flat hierarchy organization.
  • Benefits include hybrid working arrangements with two days remote work, comprehensive health insurance, and long-term growth potential.

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Howden Specialty Asia Pacific is seeking a Risk & Compliance Officer to support its compliance and risk management frameworks across the APAC region. The ideal candidate should have 2-3 years of relevant experience, preferably in the insurance or financial services sectors, and possess strong analytical and communication skills.

Salary

Salary to commensurate with qualification and experience; Comprehensive health insurance plans included; Hybrid working arrangements available

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Regulatory requirement updates and impact assessment
  • Financial crime controls and sanctions screening
  • Enterprise Risk Management framework implementation
  • Risk register maintenance and control monitoring
  • KYC/CDD process support for client onboarding

Nice-to-have

  • Experience in insurance broking industry preferred
  • Ability to challenge stakeholders effectively
  • Willingness to learn in fast-paced environment
  • Collaborative work across multiple levels
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related field
  • 2-3 years of relevant experience in audit, risk, or compliance
  • Professional certification or qualifications preferred
  • Experience in insurance/reinsurance broking or financial services

Work Rights

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