ASSISTANT MANAGER - HALAL

Credit Bureau Malaysia; Malaysia; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Credit Bureau Malaysia is seeking a Halal Assurance Manager to oversee the Halal Assurance Management System across all F&B operations. The role includes acting as the Halal Compliance Champion and leading the Internal Halal Committee to ensure compliance with Malaysia's Halal standards.

The ideal candidate will have a diploma or degree in a related field, certification from the Halal Professional Board, and experience in hospitality. Strong leadership and analytical skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3-5 years of relevant experience, with leadership or supervisory exposure preferred.
• Strong background in hospitality/hotel F&B operations.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee the end‑to‑end Halal Assurance Management System across F&B operations.
• Act as the Halal Compliance Champion, advising senior management on updates.
• Develop and implement long‑term Halal compliance strategies.

Skills

Halal certification – MYeHALAL

Halal Assurance Management System (HAS)

Halal and Food Safety Training and Audit

Leadership, stakeholder management, and cross‑functional coordination skills

Strong analytical, problem‑solving & decision‑making abilities

Basic skills in Microsoft Office, PowerPoint, OneDrive & Excel

Understanding of Sustainable Development Goals (SDG)

Education

Minimum Diploma/Degree holder in Halal Management, Food Technology, Food Science, Shariah Law or equivalent

Certified Halal Executive by Halal Professional Board (HPB), JAKIM / JAIS

Job description

• Lead and oversee the end‑to‑end Halal Assurance Management System (HAS) across all F&B operations and supply chain processes.
• Act as the Halal Compliance Champion, advising senior management on regulatory updates, risks, and strategic improvements.
• Chair and lead the Internal Halal Committee (JKHD), ensuring effective governance, accountability, and decision‑making.
• Develop and implement long‑term Halal compliance strategies aligned with business objectives and brand positioning.
• Ensure full compliance with Malaysia Halal Management System (MHMS) and Manual Prosedur Pensijilan Halal Malaysia (MPPHM) 2020.
• Oversee all Halal certification applications, renewals, and amendments via the MYeHaIaI system.
• Serve as the primary liaison with JAKIM / JAIS, managing audits, inspections and official communications.
• Lead preparation and execution of external audits, ensuring successful outcomes and zero major NCRs.
• Drive timely resolution of Non‑Conformance Reports (NCRs) through cross‑functional coordination.
• Establish robust Halal governance controls across procurement, production, storage and service processes.
• Review and approve new ingredients, suppliers and menu items to ensure compliance.
• Oversee the Approved Supplier List and Raw Material Master List, ensuring accuracy and compliance at all times.
• Conduct risk assessments and gap analysis, implementing preventive and corrective actions.
• Ensure strict compliance for high‑profile events (VVIP, Royal, Government functions).
• Design and implement comprehensive Halal training programmes for all levels of staff and external stakeholders.
• Partner with Procurement, Culinary, Hygiene, HR, Engineering and Operations to ensure seamless Halal compliance.
• Provide expert guidance to event organisers, tenants & third‑party vendors on Halal requirements.
• Strengthen relationships with suppliers & external partners to ensure continuous compliance & improvement.
• Lead and oversee internal Halal audits, ensuring effectiveness and continuous enhancement.
• Ensure all Halal documentation, records & certifications are accurate, updated and audit‑ready.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance system efficiency & compliance standards.
• Monitor proper usage of Halal logo & claims across all marketing & communication platforms.
• Represent the hotel in industry engagements, benchmarking & Halal‑related initiatives.
• Perform any other duties as assigned by Management in line with business needs.

Requirements

Qualifications

• Minimum Diploma/Degree holder in Halal Management, Food Technology, Food Science, Shariah Law or equivalent.
• Certified Halal Executive by Halal Professional Board (HPB), JAKIM / JAIS – Compulsory.

Experience

• Minimum 3‑5 years of relevant experience, with leadership or supervisory exposure preferred.
• Strong background in hospitality/hotel F&B operations.

Skills

• Halal certification – MYeHALAL.
• Halal Assurance Management System (HAS).
• Halal and Food Safety Training and Audit.
• Leadership, stakeholder management, and cross‑functional coordination skills.
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving & decision‑making abilities.
• Basic skills in Microsoft Office, PowerPoint, OneDrive & Excel.
• Understanding of Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) & readiness to reinforce them together with the company.