PMO Compliance

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 50,000 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 the Role:

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Compliance Project Manager to join our Compliance team, supporting the Financial Crime Compliance (FCC) Tribe. This role will be instrumental in managing key Compliance and FCC projects across multiple jurisdictions, ensuring timely execution, regulatory compliance, and alignment with organizational objectives.

As a Compliance Project Manager, you will work closely with cross-functional teams, including Compliance, Operations, Products, Technology, BI and external advisors, to deliver Compliance and FCC-related initiatives effectively.

 

Key Responsibilities:

Project Management

• Plan, execute, and oversee FCC Tribe projects, including AML, CFT, sanctions compliance, KYC enhancements, transaction monitoring, and regulatory reporting.
• Develop detailed project plans, track progress, and ensure timely delivery within scope and budget.
• Identify and mitigate risks or obstacles impacting project delivery.

Stakeholder Engagement

• Collaborate with key stakeholders across Compliance, Technology, Operations, and external vendors to ensure alignment on project goals.
• Act as a central point of contact for FCC Tribe project updates and communications.
• Facilitate regular project meetings, prepare status updates, and maintain transparency with stakeholders.

Regulatory Compliance

• Ensure all projects adhere to relevant regulatory requirements, including AML/CFT regulations, sanctions frameworks, and financial crime compliance best practices.
• Coordinate with Compliance subject matter experts to identify regulatory dependencies and incorporate them into project plans.

Process Optimization

• Support the design and implementation of scalable compliance processes, workflows, and systems aligned with FCC objectives.
• Identify areas for improvement within existing FCC processes and recommend enhancements.

Documentation and Reporting

• Maintain comprehensive project documentation, including timelines, deliverables, and risk assessments.
• Prepare regular reports and presentations for senior management, regulators, and other stakeholders.

Cross-Jurisdictional Support

• Coordinate FCC-related initiatives across multiple jurisdictions, ensuring compliance with local regulatory requirements.
• Stay informed of emerging regulatory trends and support the FCC Tribe in proactive compliance adaptations.

Qualifications and Experiences:

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Law, Compliance, or related field. Project Management certification (e.g., PMP, PRINCE2) is a plus.

Experience

• 5+ years of experience in Compliance, Financial Crime, Risk, or Project Management roles.
• Proven experience managing compliance or FCC-related projects in financial services, fintech, or a similar industry.
• Familiarity with AML/CFT frameworks, sanctions, and financial crime compliance regulations across jurisdictions.

Skills

• Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• Analytical mindset with strong problem-solving skills.
• Proficient in project management tools (e.g., JIRA, Trello, or equivalent).
• Knowledge of regulatory requirements in jurisdictions such as Singapore, the UK, EU, and APAC is an advantage.

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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