Compliance & Legal Assistant Manager

1. Legal and Compliance Support

• Assist and support the Compliance & Legal Team in reviewing and interpreting laws, regulations, and internal policies, particularly those related to civil, commercial, and banking laws.
• Conduct reviews and analysis of legal documents, contracts, agreements, and other legal forms to identify risks and ensure compliance with regulations.
• Prepare and maintain accurate legal records, reports, and documentation in a systematic manner.
• Monitor, track, and research changes in relevant laws, regulations, and guidelines from regulatory authorities (e.g., MAS, financial industry bodies) to ensure the bank’s compliance.
• Assist in reviewing and responding to requests for legal input regarding laws and guidelines from other departments or regulatory bodies.

2. Risk Assessment and Advisory

• Support the team in analyzing compliance risks related to business operations and relationships with external stakeholders.
• Assist in drafting recommendations for the management team to ensure adherence to legal and regulatory standards.
• Evaluate legal and compliance risks in contracts, business agreements, and projects to protect the bank’s interests.

3. Follow-Up and Task Management

• Track, follow up, and coordinate on compliance and legal tasks assigned by the Head of Compliance & Legal.
• Ensure timely completion of tasks related to audits, regulatory reporting, and internal compliance reviews.
• Coordinate and liaise with internal teams and relevant regulatory authorities to gather required legal information and documentation.

4. Process Innovation and Development

• Contribute ideas and assist in developing innovative workflows or tools to improve the efficiency of the Compliance & Legal team.
• Support process improvements to ensure accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with evolving legal and regulatory requirements.

5. Ad-Hoc Duties

• Assist and perform other tasks as assigned by the Head of Compliance & Legal Team, including legal research, preparation of compliance checklists, and participation in special projects.
• Assist to follow up and review requests from regulatory bodies, internal departments, and external partners for legal and compliance-related matters.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Law (LL.B.) from a reputable university, with specialization in civil, commercial, or banking law preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in compliance, legal, or regulatory roles, preferably in a banking environment or law firm.
• Experience handling regulatory matters, including tracking legal updates and responding to external requests on an ongoing basis.
• Proficient in legal research, drafting, and reviewing documents.
• Familiarity with MAS regulations, local compliance and relevant laws and practices.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office tools (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) for document preparation and reporting.
• Strong organizational and time management skills to handle multiple tasks and deadlines effectively.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills to collaborate with internal teams and external regulatory authorities.
• Must be proactive, hands-on, and detail-oriented in task execution, with opportunities to gain practical experience in legal compliance and regulatory support.
• An innovative mindset with a focus on improving processes and workflows within the team.