Deputy/Assistant Director, Payments Development, Scheme & Governance (Contract)

You will work at the centre of Singapore's national payments policy, scheme governance, and infrastructure — shaping how Singapore pays locally and across borders:

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• Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Technology, or a related discipline

• Experience in payments, financial services, fintech, or a related field — whether in a bank, payment service provider, scheme operator, or regulator

• Hands-on exposure to payment scheme operations, product development, policy, or infrastructure projects is advantageous

• Familiarity with instant payment systems, QR payment schemes, or cross-border payment corridors is a plus

• Strong understanding of local and global payments landscape, financial technology and infrastructure, and banking industry trends would be an advantage

• Ability to translate complex technical and commercial payment concepts into clear policy positions, scheme rules, and stakeholder communications

• Strong written communication skills — you will be writing policy papers, briefing senior leadership, and engaging external stakeholders regularly

• Proven stakeholder management skills, with the ability to engage and influence across technical teams, senior leadership, and external industry participants

• Comfortable operating with autonomy and owning outcomes, while working collaboratively within a broader team

• Intellectually curious about where payments are heading — you follow global developments, form views, and bring them to the table

• Motivated by public impact: you want the work you do to matter to the people and businesses that use Singapore's payment system every day

• Able to navigate the rigour of a regulatory environment, while maintaining a drive and commercial instinct on par with the industry

You will be working in a fast-paced environment that would require the ability to manage multiple priorities and needs of stakeholders, as well as the agility to respond to changes and developments. 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.

All applicants will be notified on whether they are shortlisted or not within 4 weeks of the closing date of this job posting.