APAC Legal, Compliance & Sustainability Lead

NTT DATA Payment Services Sdn Bhd; Petaling Jaya; On-site; MYR 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading payment services provider in Malaysia is seeking an experienced legal professional for a role focused on drafting and reviewing contracts, advising on compliance matters, and managing sustainability initiatives. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of experience in corporate and regulatory compliance, with an emphasis on ESG sustainability. Strong drafting and communication skills are essential. The position requires work at Bandar Sri Damansara, Kuala Lumpur.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of active legal practice or in-house experience in corporate and regulatory compliance.
• Experience in ESG Sustainability compliance is an advantage.
• Must be self-driven, meticulous, and enthusiastic.

Responsibilities

• Draft and review APAC commercial contracts in the Payment/Fintech Industry.
• Advise on compliance matters including Regulatory Reporting and Audits.
• Liaise with Regulators and external parties on compliance issues.
• Manage an internal database for Legal, Compliance, and Sustainability documentation.
• Provide training on Group Compliance Policies and related practices.

Skills

Legal drafting

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Presentation skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Laws (Hons)

Job description

A leading payment services provider in Malaysia is seeking an experienced legal professional for a role focused on drafting and reviewing contracts, advising on compliance matters, and managing sustainability initiatives. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of experience in corporate and regulatory compliance, with an emphasis on ESG sustainability. Strong drafting and communication skills are essential. The position requires work at Bandar Sri Damansara, Kuala Lumpur.