Manager, Policy & Government Relations - Singapore
Lead the development of Kraken's policy positions across APAC, focusing on Singapore and other key Asian markets.
Posted by employer 2 days ago
First seen on Joblaze 2 months ago
Last verified on the company career page 1 day ago
Skills & Technologies
Requirements
- Experience
- 5–9 years
Not disclosed in this posting: compensation, visa sponsorship.
Joblaze summary
In the role of Manager, Policy & Government Relations at Kraken, the individual will focus on shaping the regulatory landscape for financial services and digital policy across key APAC markets, starting with Singapore. This position requires a strong background in financial services policy, ideally with experience at regulatory bodies or in-house roles, and a network within the region. The role suits professionals with 5–9 years of relevant experience who are proactive and adaptable in navigating diverse regulatory environments. Kraken's global policy team offers a collaborative atmosphere, emphasizing the importance of strategic engagement with policymakers.
Joblaze insights
- Listed about 2 months ago — first seen on Joblaze July 31, 2026. Last confirmed on Kraken's careers page October 21, 2026.
Quick facts
- Is the Manager, Policy & Government Relations - Singapore role remote?
- No — this is an on-site role in Singapore.
- How much experience is required?
- 5–9 years of relevant experience for this Manager, Policy & Government Relations - Singapore role.
- Where is the role based?
- Kraken is hiring for this position in Singapore.
- What's the tech stack?
- Joblaze extracted these technologies from the posting: Financial Services, Regulation, Web3, digital policy.
- What seniority level is this role?
- Kraken targets mid-level candidates for this position.
- Is this full-time or contract?
- Full-time for this Manager, Policy & Government Relations - Singapore role at Kraken.
From the original posting
We are looking for a Manager, Policy & Government Relations, APAC. APAC is a strategic growth region for us. You will be working on shaping the financial services and web3/digital policy and regulatory landscape across some of the world's most dynamic and fast-evolving markets. Your initial focus will be Singapore and other key Asian markets.
The opportunity
Become a key player in our truly global policy team based across Brussels, London, Washington DC, and now Singapore
Lead the development of Kraken's policy positions across APAC, and in doing so contribute to the comprehensive company-wide strategy
Engage directly with key policymakers and regulators, starting with Singapore (MAS and other government bodies), the Philippines, Vietnam, South Korea and others
Gain external visibility working with trade associations and other external players
Monitor, analyze, and advise internally on legislative and regulatory developments across the region, keeping a global view
Partner closely with colleagues in the regulatory, compliance, communications, product, and engineering teams
Additional duties and responsibilities as assigned
What you bring
5–9 years of hands-on experience with financial services policy and regulation in APAC, gained at regulators or government bodies (e.g. MAS or peer authorities in the region), in similar in-house roles, political consultancies, or relevant trade associations
Existing network in Singapore and, ideally, across the wider region
Understanding of or an interest in financial services and digital policy, including the emerging regional frameworks for digital assets, payments, and stablecoins
Team-oriented mindset, proactive and entrepreneurial approach, the ability to embrace a steep learning curve, and to face headwinds
Comfort operating across diverse regulatory cultures and political systems, and willingness to travel within the region
Passion for the industry and an interest in Kraken's offerings and its global impact
Nice to haves
Knowledge of payments, AML, cyber, or other financial services and digital policy frameworks in the region
Experience with drafting responses to public consultations
Exposure to Central Asian, Australian, or Middle Eastern regulatory environments
Interest in international politics and the ability to explain it to a diversified audience
Prior exposure to the work of international standard setters (IOSCO, OECD, FATF) and an understanding of how their work relates to national and regional policies
Regional language skills are a plus
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