About ValueMax

Founded in 1988, ValueMax Group Ltd is Singapore's leading pawnbroking chain and the only mainboard-listed pawnbroker on the Singapore Stock Exchange. With a strong island-wide presence, we've served hundreds of thousands of customers with integrity and excellence. As we grow, we're looking for a seasoned compliance leader to help shape and safeguard the future of our business.

Your Role

As our Head of Compliance, you'll be at the helm of our regulatory and compliance framework across the Group. This is a high-impact leadership role where your expertise in AML/CFT and financial services compliance will directly influence business strategy, risk management, and our relationship with regulators like MAS. You will also serve as the Money Laundering Reporting Officer (MLRO).

What You'll Do

• Lead and design regulatory compliance strategies and implement programs across all compliance topics, including Licensing, Transaction Monitoring, Sanctions Screening, and Reporting

• Act as the primary liaison with MAS and other regulatory bodies, and facilitate internal and external compliance audits

• Develop and formulate Group AML/CFT policies, standards, operating procedures, and controls — ensuring firm-wide implementation

• Collaborate with technology and product teams to assess and mitigate technology and regulatory risks

• Review and enhance compliance strategies, policies, and frameworks to address control deficiencies

• Design and deliver ongoing compliance training programs to keep staff current on regulatory developments

• Advise on AML/CTF requirements for new products and services

• Prepare accurate compliance reports for regulatory agencies

What We're Looking For

• 8+ years of compliance experience, ideally in financial services (AML/CFT focus)

• Minimum Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Commerce, Business, Finance, or Law

• AML specialist certification from a recognised professional body (advantageous)

• Strong verbal and written communication skills — able to engage regulators, senior management, and frontline staff alike

• Broad exposure to APAC regulatory landscapes

• Proven experience developing internal controls and compliance processes

• A collaborative team player who works effectively across business functions

Why Join ValueMax?

• Be a key leader in Singapore's most established pawnbroking group

• High-visibility role with direct regulatory and board-level exposure

• Stable, growing organisation with a strong community legacy since 1988

• Competitive remuneration package commensurate with experience