APAC Senior Compliance Leader — Risk & Governance

Hexagon AB; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Hexagon AB is seeking a Senior Group Compliance Officer APAC to strengthen the Group Compliance Framework across the APAC region. You will advise regional and country leaders, translate global standards into practical measures, and embed compliant practices across diverse markets and sales channels.

The role requires strong judgement, ability to engage senior stakeholders, and independent prioritisation with regular travel across APAC.

Qualifications

• Law degree and at least 10 years of compliance, legal or regulatory experience, including in a multinational environment.
• Experience leading or coordinating compliance across multiple countries, preferably in APAC.
• Practical expertise in anti-corruption, fraud, third-party risk and trade/export controls.
• Understanding of direct sales and distributor models, including diversion risks.
• Ability to work autonomously, prioritise competing demands and engage confidently with senior stakeholders.
• Fluency in English and high integrity.

Responsibilities

• Lead the implementation of the Group Compliance Framework across APAC, adapting processes and controls to local requirements and business needs.
• Advise regional and country management on compliance risks and practical mitigation measures.
• Assess risks related to anti-corruption, fraud, third parties, trade and export controls, sanctions, competition and data privacy.
• Support due diligence and monitor third‑party relationships, identifying and addressing red flags.
• Advise on compliance aspects of bids, projects, contracts and strategic initiatives, in collaboration with Legal.
• Help prevent and address product diversion risks across direct sales and distributor channels.
• Lead or support internal investigations, audits, remediation actions and risk‑based training.
• Monitor regulatory developments and report on regional risks and programme progress.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Global compliance

English fluency

Education

Law degree

Job description

Hexagon AB is seeking a Senior Group Compliance Officer APAC to strengthen the Group Compliance Framework across the APAC region. You will advise regional and country leaders, translate global standards into practical measures, and embed compliant practices across diverse markets and sales channels.

The role requires strong judgement, ability to engage senior stakeholders, and independent prioritisation with regular travel across APAC.