APAC AML/CFT Compliance Lead

About the role

Adyen is building a sustainable, compliant business in the Asia‑Pacific region. The APAC AML/CFT Compliance Lead will own Singapore’s regulatory obligations, act as the Money Laundering Reporting Officer, and coordinate AML activities across APAC jurisdictions.

Key responsibilities

• Maintain and continuously improve local regulatory compliance frameworks to embed MAS guidance into practical, scalable policies.
• Lead regulatory engagements and manage relationships with Singapore regulators and supervisors on financial crime and sanctions risks.
• Oversee day‑to‑day operations of the Singapore AML/CFT and Sanctions programme, including training, STRO reporting and regulator enquiries.
• Report on the AML/CFT and Sanctions Programme to the local Management Board and prepare external regulatory filings.
• Define strategic AML compliance objectives for the APAC region and collaborate with regional AML officers to execute plans.

Required profile

• At least 8 years of experience in regulatory/compliance within payments, financial services or fintech.
• Minimum 2 years of leadership experience, including mentoring and performance management.
• Deep knowledge of the APAC AML/CFT regulatory landscape, especially Singapore’s Payment Services Act, MAS AML/CFT/CPF notices and STRO reporting mechanisms.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with proven ability to manage regulator relationships across multiple jurisdictions.
• Proactive, independent, tech‑savvy and solution‑oriented with excellent organizational and project‑management abilities.