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If you are excited about this opportunity but do not meet every single requirement, please apply! You still may be a great fit for this role or other open roles. We are seeking candidates who model our values: invest in every relationship, lead with curiosity, champion diverse perspectives, turn inputs into actions, and uphold trust through integrity. 

Skills and Competencies

• 6+ years of experience in Compliance, regulatory affairs, internal audit, legal, or a combination of these functions within a global financial institution, or as a licensed/foreign attorney in an APAC jurisdiction with desirable finance sector exposure
• Senior-level experience in risk management or auditing within financial institutions or consulting firms, with substantial interaction with financial regulators
• Strong background in securities related matters, considered an added advantage
• Demonstrated highest ethical standards with a professional, proactive, flexible and dependable work style
• Exceptional interpersonal, leadership and stakeholder management skills for effective engagement with internal teams, external partners and regulators
• Strong influencing, negotiation and communication skills, both verbal and written
• Highly adaptable, able to work collaboratively within teams as well as independently in fast changing environments
• Organized, efficient and able to manage multiple priorities while remaining calm, steady and positive under pressure
• Basic understanding of artificial intelligence concepts, with curiosity and enthusiasm for learning how AI tools can be used to improve processes and drive efficiency. Interest in exploring AI systems and a willingness to develop awareness of responsible AI practices, including risk management and ethical use

Education

• Bachelor degree or higher in business, law or other finance related discipline
• Qualifications or licenses in law, accounting or compliance are highly desirable

Responsibilities

This role reports directly to the Board of Directors, Governing Body, or the Head of Compliance in Singapore, and provides independent technical support to execute Compliance responsibilities within the local jurisdiction under the existing compliance program.

• Managing the local compliance function with minimal supervision while leading engagement with local regulators
• Overseeing the creation, review and delivery of internal and external reports for senior Compliance and business leadership
• Representing Compliance in business-led initiatives and leading, planning and executing Compliance-related projects and programs
• Developing and implementing the local compliance program, including training, and providing support to local and regional business and compliance teams
• Coordinating with Global Compliance teams and Business Unit Compliance Officers, and supporting compliance initiatives beyond the local jurisdiction when required
• Contributing to local, regional and global discussions and delivering high quality independent work within a diverse and inclusive culture

About the team

Moody's Compliance function operates on a global scale, delivering advisory services, support, training, and surveillance across its business lines to ensure adherence to regulatory and ethical standards. The team is dedicated to fostering a culture of compliance while supporting Moody's strategic objectives. The team plays a key role in managing compliance initiatives within the local jurisdiction, aligned with Moody’s existing compliance program, ensuring robust governance and operational integrity.

Moody’s is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity or any other characteristic protected by law.

Candidates for Moody's Corporation may be asked to disclose securities holdings pursuant to Moody’s Policy for Securities Trading and the requirements of the position. Employment is contingent upon compliance with the Policy, including remediation of positions in those holdings as necessary.