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MAS Risk Management Framework & Policy Development

MAS Risk Management Framework & Policy Development

MAS Risk Management

MAS Risk Management Framework & Policy Development

We help financial institutions in Singapore implement MAS-compliant risk frameworks and policies. Whether applying for a license or enhancing governance, our solutions align with regulatory requirements and business needs. With expertise in MAS rules and best practices, we ensure your framework is compliant and effective.

Why Risk Management Matters to MAS
Our Core Services in Risk Management
Industries and Clients We Serve

Why Risk Management Is Essential Under MAS Regulations

MAS places strong emphasis on effective risk governance as a foundation for financial stability and institutional resilience. Having a robust risk management framework is not just a regulatory requirement — it’s a critical tool for safeguarding your business from financial, operational, reputational, and compliance risks.

MAS guidelines (such as those under the Guidelines on Risk Management Practices, Technology Risk Management, and AML/CFT) require financial institutions to:

  • Identify, assess, and manage key business risks

  • Establish clear policies, escalation protocols, and internal controls

  • Maintain oversight from senior management and board-level committees

  • Align risk practices with the nature, scale, and complexity of the business

  • Conduct regular reviews and updates of the risk framework

Failure to meet these standards can result in licensing delays, compliance findings, or regulatory sanctions.

Key Compliance Services for MAS Risk Frameworks

  • Risk Management Framework Development

We develop comprehensive risk management frameworks that align with MAS requirements, your business model, and industry standards. This includes identifying risk types, defining control measures, setting risk appetites, and establishing governance structures.

  • Risk Policy Drafting & Customization

We craft MAS-compliant policies covering operational risk, technology risk, liquidity risk, credit risk, and AML/CFT, tailored to your firm’s structure, size, and services.

  • Board & Senior Management Governance Setup

We assist in structuring appropriate oversight mechanisms, including risk committees, reporting lines, and accountability matrices, to meet MAS’s expectations for corporate governance.

  • Risk Assessment & Gap Analysis

Our consultants perform thorough risk assessments and control gap analyses to evaluate your existing risk practices and highlight areas for enhancement.

  • Ongoing Risk Monitoring Programs

We help implement periodic monitoring processes, risk registers, escalation protocols, and incident reporting mechanisms to keep your framework active and current.

  • Training & Implementation Support

We provide training for key stakeholders to ensure policies are understood and embedded into daily operations. Our hands-on support ensures smooth adoption and execution.

Financial Institutions and Sectors We Work With

Our services are designed for regulated entities under MAS, including:

  • Fund Management Companies (FMCs)

  • Financial Advisers and Broker-Dealers

  • Payment Institutions & Digital Payment Token Service Providers

  • Wealth Managers and Family Offices

  • Fintech and Regtech Startups

Why choose us

Reasons to Choose Us as Your Compliance Partner

Effective risk management safeguards your business, ensures regulatory compliance, and strengthens long-term operational resilience

Deep Regulatory Expertise

Our team has extensive experience interpreting MAS rules, ensuring your risk management framework meets all regulatory requirements.

Proven Track Record

We have successfully supported numerous financial firms in developing compliant and practical risk management policies tailored to their needs.

Former Compliance Head on Staff

Benefit from insights provided by consultants with firsthand MAS regulatory experience, offering a unique compliance perspective.

Customized Solutions for You

We don’t use generic templates; all frameworks and policies are specifically designed to fit your business model.

Scalable Risk Frameworks

Our risk management solutions grow with your business, adapting to increasing complexity and evolving regulatory expectations.

Practical and Actionable Advice

We provide clear, implementable recommendations that balance compliance with operational efficiency and business practicality.

Comprehensive Support Services

From initial assessment to ongoing updates and training, we provide end-to-end assistance for your risk framework needs.

Cost-Effective Compliance Partner

Access expert risk management guidance and implementation support without the expense of a full-time internal team.

Your trusted global compliance partner

 

Whether you are seeking to update your risk management framework, or respond to MAS queries, we’re here to support you.

Contact us today for a consultation and take the first step toward strong, MAS-compliant risk governance.