
Deputy / Assistant Director, Payments Policy Division (Contract)
Monetary Authority of Singapore
Closing on 03 Sep 2025
What the role is
What you will be working on
In this role, you will assess the business operations and risk management practices of PSOs, monitor their compliance with relevant regulations (such as Payment Services Act, Finality and Netting Act), consider their implications on the payments ecosystem and the broader financial system, and calibrate the regulatory framework to facilitate innovation and manage risks through a considered and balanced approach.
You will work closely with colleagues in other MAS functions (such as banking supervision, market development), engage with industry, as well as support MAS’ participation in international fora.
What we are looking for
Experience in financial supervision, risk management, compliance, audit or operations in a financial institution
Possesses flexibility of perspective, able to scrutinise and analyse operational and technical issues, while also being able to form a view of underlying patterns and tease out broader concerns
Ability to think critically about issues on multiple dimensions as a practical and balanced supervisor
Ability to consider creative permutations and possibilities to formulate robust and forward-looking policies
Able to condense and convey ideas in a clear manner, whether written or oral
Intellectually inspired by the prospects of laying the groundwork and tending to the critical infrastructure of a global financial centre
As part of the shortlisting process for this role, you may be required to complete a medical declaration and/or undergo further assessment. This is a 2-year contract, with the option to renew for another 2 years. All applicants will be notified on whether they are shortlisted or not within 4 weeks of the closing date of this job posting.
About Monetary Authority of Singapore
About your application process
This job is closing on 03 Sep 2025.
If you do not hear from us within 4 weeks of the job ad closing date, we seek your understanding that it is likely that we are not moving forward with your application for this role. We thank you for your interest and would like to assure you that this does not affect your other job applications with the Public Service. We encourage you to explore and apply for other roles within Monetary Authority of Singapore or the wider Public Service.