Associate / Senior Associate – Risk Management & Independence

RSM Outsourcing (Malaysia) Sdn Bhd; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A professional services firm in Kuala Lumpur is seeking individuals for client record maintenance and compliance roles. Applicants should hold a Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, Law, or related fields. Associate roles require 1-2 years of experience, while Senior Associate roles demand 2-3 years in risk management or compliance. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and proficiency in Microsoft Excel and compliance tracking tools.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Law, or a related field.
• Associate level: Minimum 1–2 years of relevant experience (internships or entry-level roles accepted).
• Senior Associate level: Minimum 2–3 years of relevant experience in risk management or compliance.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate client records ensuring timely updates.
• Conduct audits to verify client information accuracy.
• Coordinate daily client acceptance and continuance procedures.

Skills

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel

Education

Bachelor’s degree in relevant field

Tools

Compliance tracking tools

Data systems

Job description

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Maintain accurate and complete client records in the designated system, ensuring timely updates.
• Conduct regular audits to verify the accuracy, completeness, and consistency of client information in the database.
• Coordinate with relevant departments to carry out daily client acceptance and continuance procedures.
• Perform internal background checks on new and existing clients to ensure compliance with risk and independence policies.
• Conduct monthly monitoring to verify the completeness and accuracy of client records in the system.
• Ensure all active clients in the system comply with independence and risk requirements.
• Serve as a point of contact for queries related to independence and risk management from teams across the organization.
• Provide timely and accurate guidance based on internal risk management and independence policies.
• Assist in delivering training sessions and communications related to new or updated risk and independence procedures and policies.

REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Law, or a related field.
• Associate level: Minimum 1–2 years of relevant experience (internships or entry-level compliance roles will be considered).
• Senior Associate level: Minimum 2–3 years of relevant experience in risk management, compliance, audit, or professional services.
• Experience in client due diligence, AML, or data integrity work is highly desirable.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage sensitive data with discretion.
• Excellent analytical and research skills.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work across different teams.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, data systems, and compliance tracking tools.
• Self-motivated, proactive, and able to manage time effectively in a dynamic environment.