Regulatory Compliance Manager - Payments

About Us
MetaComp Pte Ltd is a leading Singapore-based digital payment solution provider, licensed and regulated by the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) as a Major Payment Institution, to provide Digital Payment Token Services and Cross-border Payment Transfers. Operating under a P2B2C (platform-to-business, partners-to-clients) model, MetaComp provides its clients with an integrated end-to-end suite of services, empowering them to confidently enter the digital asset market with much-needed safety, security, and compliance assurance. Together with its parent company, Metaverse Green Exchange Pte. Ltd. (a MAS-licensed CMS holder permitted to carry out, inter alia, brokerage and custody services), MetaComp introduces its suite of services through CAMP (Client Assets Management Platform) which allow businesses to develop and scale their digital asset offerings through various products and/or services such as over-the-counter transactions, fiat payments, digital asset custody and prime brokerage.
Role Overview
The Regulatory Compliance Manager supports the VP, Compliance in executing the regulatory compliance framework across payments and digital asset businesses.
This is a hands-on operational role focused on regulatory implementation, monitoring, documentation, and cross-functional coordination. The role will support compliance obligations under the Payment Services Act 2019 and related MAS Notices and Guidelines applicable to Major Payment Institutions (MPI), including cross-border money transfer and Digital Payment Token (DPT) services.
The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, execution-driven, and comfortable working closely with Product, Engineering, Operations, and Financial Crime teams.
Key Responsibilities
1. Regulatory Implementation & Advisory Support (Singapore)
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Support interpretation and implementation of regulatory requirements issued by the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS).
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Assist in operationalising MAS Notices and Guidelines relating to:
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AML/CFT for DPT services
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Travel Rule implementation
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Technology Risk Management (TRM)
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Cyber Hygiene
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E-Payments User Protection
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Work with business teams to translate regulatory requirements into documented procedures and practical controls.
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Support regulatory gap assessments for new products and service enhancements.
2. Compliance Framework & Monitoring Execution
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Assist in maintaining the Compliance Framework covering:
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Business conduct and fair dealing
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Safeguarding of customer monies and digital assets
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Disclosures and complaints handling
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Outsourcing/vendor risk documentation
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Execute components of the Compliance Monitoring Programme (CMP), including:
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Transaction monitoring reviews
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Sanctions and wallet screening oversight
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Sample testing of customer onboarding files
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Control testing and documentation
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Track remediation items and follow up with business stakeholders.
3. Licensing & Regulatory Reporting Support
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Support preparation of MAS regulatory submissions, including:
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Periodic regulatory returns
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Incident and breach notifications
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Fraud and DPT reporting
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Maintain license documentation and regulatory trackers.
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Support preparation of materials for MAS inspections and thematic reviews.
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Coordinate internal data collection for regulatory requests.
4. Product & Operational Compliance Support
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Work with Product and Engineering teams to ensure regulatory requirements are embedded into:
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Wallet onboarding and screening flows
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API partner integrations
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Stablecoin and DPT transaction processes
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Review new feature proposals for compliance considerations.
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Assist in documenting controls around custody segregation and customer asset protection.
5. Technology Risk & Security Compliance Support
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Support compliance oversight of MAS TRM and Cyber Hygiene requirements.
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Track remediation of penetration testing findings and security gaps.
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Assist in reviewing incident response documentation and BCP testing records.
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Maintain documentation relating to wallet security and key management controls.
Minimum Qualifications
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2 years’ experience in regulatory compliance within payments, fintech, crypto, VASPs, financial institutions, or consulting.
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Working knowledge of:
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Singapore PSA framework
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DPT and cross-border money transfer regulations
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AML/CFT and sanctions requirements
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Travel Rule requirements
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Familiarity with transaction monitoring systems and blockchain analytics tools preferred.
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Exposure to MAS TRM and Cyber Hygiene requirements is advantageous.
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Exposure to Hong Kong MSO/AMLO framework is a plus.
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Strong documentation, coordination, and stakeholder management skills.
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Detail-oriented, structured, and execution-focused.
Preferred Certifications
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CAMS / ICA / ACFCS
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CGSS
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Relevant compliance or financial crime certifications
We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where every individual feels respected, valued, and empowered to contribute. We celebrate diversity in all its forms—background, ethnicity, gender, identity, orientation, experience, and thought—and believe it strengthens our culture and our work. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, colour, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected characteristic.