Assistant Manager, Compliance and Risk Management

iFAST Capital; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A financial services company in Kuala Lumpur is seeking an Assistant Manager for Compliance and Risk Management. The role involves developing compliance policies, providing advisory support, and conducting monitoring and testing to ensure adherence to regulations. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree and 3-5 years of compliance experience in the financial sector. Strong communication skills in English and familiarity with capital market laws are essential. The position offers opportunities for professional growth in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 to 5 years of compliance experience in financial services.
• Sound knowledge of capital market laws and regulatory requirements.
• Proficiency in English; Mandarin is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain compliance policies and procedures.
• Provide compliance support to Senior Management and business units.
• Monitor regulatory developments and communicate updates.
• Conduct compliance monitoring and testing.
• Prepare regulatory reports for relevant authorities.

Skills

Compliance experience

Strong communication skills

Detail-oriented

Stakeholder engagement

Regulatory knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Law, Finance, Risk Management

Job description

Assistant Manager, Compliance and Risk Management

Develop, implement, and maintain compliance policies, procedures, and internal controls to mitigate regulatory and operational risks and ensure ongoing adherence to applicable laws, regulations, and internal standards.

Provide compliance advisory and support to Senior Management and business units on regulatory, governance, and risk-related matters.

Monitor regulatory developments and communicate relevant regulatory updates, guidance, and notices to employees in a timely manner.

Conduct compliance monitoring, surveillance, and testing to assess adherence to iFAST policies, internal standards, and regulatory requirements.

Prepare and submit regulatory reports and returns to regulators, including the Securities Commission Malaysia, Bursa Malaysia, and Bank Negara Malaysia.

Prepare and present compliance reports to Senior Management, the Risk Committee, the Board of Directors, and other relevant stakeholders, as required.

Assist in the organisation and preparation of Board and Committee meetings, including liaison with the Company Secretary on corporate secretarial and governance matters.

Assist in designing, delivering, and maintaining compliance and regulatory training programmes to promote a strong compliance culture and regulatory awareness across the organisation.

Apply and maintain sound working knowledge of Unit Trust Management and securities laws, guidelines, and regulatory requirements in advising the business and performing compliance oversight.

Act as the primary liaison with regulators, external auditors, and internal auditors in relation to compliance-related enquiries, inspections, and information requests.

Perform ad-hoc compliance-related duties as assigned by Senior Management from time to time.

Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree in Law, Finance, Risk Management, or a related discipline.

Minimum of 3 to 5 years of compliance experience within the financial services or capital markets industry.

Sound knowledge of and familiarity with capital market laws, rules, and regulatory requirements.

Strong written and verbal communication skills in English; proficiency in Mandarin is an added advantage.

Good interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills, with the ability to engage effectively with stakeholders at all levels.

Independent, detail-oriented, and able to exercise sound judgment in a regulated environment.

Applicants are invited to email us a comprehensive resume with the following details via "Apply Now" button with:

• (1) Qualifications
• (2) Skills
• (3) Working Experience

All applications will be treated in strict confidence. We regret that only shortlisted applicants will be notified.

Note: Job responsibilities / requirements are representative and are not intended to be a detailed list. Other tasks/abilities may be required of the incumbent, relative to the specific assignment.