Compliance Executive, COE Hub (Malaysia)

Columbia Sportswear Company; Kuala Lumpur; Hybrid; MYR 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services provider in Kuala Lumpur is seeking a Compliance Executive to support the Malaysia Compliance function. The role involves implementing compliance procedures, preparing reports for regulatory authorities, and assisting in various compliance-related projects. Candidates should have a background in finance or related fields and possess strong communication skills. Hybrid working arrangement available.

Benefits

Flexible work environment

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Knowledge of fund/asset management compliance is preferred.
• Experience in compliance, audit, or regulation is an advantage.
• Multilingual skills are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Implement compliance procedures and policies.
• Prepare reports for regulatory authorities.
• Assist in compliance project transition.

Skills

Strong English written and verbal communication skills

Ability to demonstrate initiative

Excellent organizational skills

Knowledge of investment industry regulations

Education

Graduate of finance, accounting, business, law, or related fields

Job description

Overview

Compliance Executive, COE Hub (Malaysia) role supporting the Malaysia Compliance COE function. This global support role assists the GWAM Compliance Center of Expertise (CoE) functions which provide Compliance support for GWAM Chief Compliance Officers across GWAM business entities in Asia, Europe and North America.

Position Responsibilities

• Work closely with GWAM CoE Leads to implement compliance procedures and policies in accordance with GWAM Compliance global platforms and standards in support of all regulatory requirements and internal guidelines for GWAM and Manulife Investment Management.
• Assist in preparing reports for local and overseas regulatory authorities, and other third parties including the funds’ trustee, industry associations and institutional clients.
• Assist the Head of Compliance (Malaysia COE) in making recommendations for improvement of compliance policies and procedures, or support process efficiency and effectiveness.
• Perform compliance monitoring and testing as assigned.
• Assist in compliance related projects as assigned, including transition of new workload into the CoE compliance teams.
• Assist in handling queries from CoE team members and share best practices to help build the CoE Compliance team.

Required Qualifications

• Graduate of finance, accounting, business, law, and/or related professional qualification is an added advantage.
• Experience in fund / asset management compliance, audit, financial intermediaries or regulator is an added advantage.
• Knowledge of investment industry, securities laws, rules and regulations, international financial markets, and marketing guidelines.
• Strong English written and verbal communication skills, multi-lingual an advantage.
• Ability to demonstrate a high degree of initiative and a strong commitment to meeting deadlines.
• Excellent organizational, prioritization and time management skills.

When you join our team

• We’ll empower you to learn and grow the career you want.
• We’ll recognize and support you in a flexible environment where well-being and inclusion are more than just words.
• As part of our global team, we’ll support you in shaping the future you want to see.

About Manulife and John Hancock

Manulife Financial Corporation is a leading international financial services provider, helping people make their decisions easier and lives better. To learn more about us, visit https://www.manulife.com/en/about/our-story.html.

Manulife is an Equal Opportunity Employer

At Manulife/John Hancock, we embrace our diversity. We strive to attract, develop and retain a workforce that is as diverse as the customers we serve and to foster an inclusive work environment that embraces the strength of cultures and individuals. We are committed to fair recruitment, retention, advancement and compensation, and we administer all of our practices and programs without discrimination on the basis of race, ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, religion or religious beliefs, creed, sex (including pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions), sexual orientation, genetic characteristics, veteran status, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, family status, disability, or any other ground protected by applicable law.

It is our priority to remove barriers to provide equal access to employment. A Human Resources representative will work with applicants who request a reasonable accommodation during the application process. All information shared during the accommodation request process will be stored and used in a manner that is consistent with applicable laws and Manulife/John Hancock policies. To request a reasonable accommodation in the application process, contact [e-mail].

Working Arrangement

Hybrid