The incumbent works in a team responsible for the planning, development and implementation of compliance controls to effectively and efficiently safeguard the integrity of the work pass framework. The key responsibilities include developing and operationalising plans and measures to detect, deter and prevent fraud and circumvention of regulations and controls in the work pass systems.
Ministry of Manpower
Senior/Manager/Assistant Manager, Compliance Operations (Audit and Dev), WPD
Contract
Closing on 30 Jan 2026What the role is
What you will be working on
• Establish relevant and effective processes to detect, deter and prevent work pass fraud
• Conduct compliance checks on work pass transactions
• Operationalise fraud controls and develop workflows
• Assess and respond to appeals and enquiries
• Analyse data to draw relevant insights for policy and operation improvements
• Plan and implement measures, in partnership with relevant government agencies and stakeholders, to detect, deter and prevent gaming and abuses of work pass controls by companies or workers
• Plan and conduct fraud-related reviews and checks on specific archetypes and work pass transactions
What we are looking for
• Experience or knowledge in compliance work would be advantageous
• Possess strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Have good verbal and written communication skills
• Good team player with a customer-focused mindset
• Be able to work independently and adaptive to complex changes
• Candidates with no prior working experience are welcome to apply
* PwDs are welcome to apply
About your application process
This job is closing on 30 Jan 2026.
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 Ministry of Manpower or the wider Public Service.
About Ministry of Manpower
Championing Human Potential for a Thriving Singapore
Singaporeans are at the heart of what we do. The Ministry of Manpower (MOM) empowers our people and fosters a thriving, inclusive workforce that drives Singapore's growth and prosperity. By working closely with our tripartite partners, industry and community stakeholders, we strive to create workforce and workplace policies that foster resilience, adaptability, and a bright future for a thriving Singapore.
As an MOM officer, you will be part of this meaningful mission, contributing across diverse and impactful areas - from shaping forward-looking and effective manpower policies and strengthening industrial relations, to enhancing workplace safety standards and ensuring balanced local and foreign workforce regulations. Here at MOM, we are committed to creating an inclusive experience not just for our national workforce, but also for our officers who work tirelessly to champion human potential for a thriving Singapore.
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