Head of Compliance (Licensing/ FX brokerage)
Hyphen Connect is seeking a Head of Compliance to lead its global compliance framework and manage the full licensing lifecycle for its financial services operations. This role involves acting as the primary liaison with international regulators and ensuring adherence to various regulatory regimes. The position is based in Singapore and offers an opportunity to work in a dynamic and growing financial services company.
The Head of Compliance will be responsible for establishing and enhancing risk-based AML/KYC policies, monitoring suspicious transactions, and performing MLRO functions to ensure regulatory adherence. The role includes reviewing trading instruments and marketing materials to mitigate risks associated with copy trading, automated strategies, and misleading claims. Additionally, the individual will monitor for abnormal trading behaviors such as arbitrage or latency abuse in collaboration with the Risk and Trading teams. Developing internal SOPs, supporting external audits, and ensuring global compliance with data protection regulations such as GDPR and PDPA are also key responsibilities.
Candidates should possess a bachelor's degree in Law, Finance, Risk Management, or a related discipline. They should have 3 to 10 years of hands-on experience in compliance within a trading platform, brokerage, or fintech environment. Strong familiarity with at least one major regulatory regime (e.g., ASIC, FCA, CySEC, MAS) is required. Professional compliance certifications (such as ICA, CAMS) are highly preferred. The ideal candidate will have a proven ability to balance regulatory adherence with business growth, possessing strong problem-solving and stakeholder management skills.
Hyphen Connect offers a competitive compensation package, including benefits and perks commensurate with the seniority of the role. Specific details will be discussed during the interview process.
Joining Hyphen Connect provides an opportunity to work in a fast-paced environment at the forefront of financial services innovation. The company fosters a collaborative culture with significant growth opportunities for its employees.