Compliance Manager

Randstad; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A global fintech solutions provider seeks a Compliance Manager in Kuala Lumpur. You will lead compliance policy development and conduct risk assessments, advising on regulatory changes. Ideal candidates have over 5 years of experience in compliance or risk management within fintech, with a strong understanding of Malaysian financial regulations. This is a great opportunity for someone passionate about compliance and regulatory adherence in a dynamic financial environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in compliance, risk, or operations within fintech.
• Hands-on exposure to transaction monitoring and AML/CFT frameworks.
• Knowledge of Malaysian financial regulations including AMLA and FSA.

Responsibilities

• Lead development of compliance policies and risk frameworks.
• Conduct risk assessments and internal audits.
• Monitor regulatory developments and advise management.
• Prepare regulatory filings and reports.
• Oversee incident governance for compliance breaches.

Skills

Compliance policies development

Risk assessment

Regulatory knowledge

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Law, Finance, Accounting, Business

Job description

About the Company

Our client is a global fintech and payment solutions provider with a presence in Kuala Lumpur. They specialize in digital payment processing, providing infrastructure for businesses to accept various forms of payment, including credit cards and digital assets (cryptocurrency).

Job Overview

• Lead the development, review, and maintenance of enterprise-wide compliance policies, SOPs, and risk control frameworks—ensuring alignment with BNM, Labuan FSA, and international standards such as FATF recommendations.
• Conduct regular risk assessments and internal audits across payment and service operations to identify control weaknesses, recommend remedial actions, and verify timely implementation.
• Monitor regulatory developments—including amendments to AMLA, FSA, and cross-border frameworks—and provide strategic advisory to senior management on operational and policy implications.
• Prepare and submit regulatory filings and reports to authorities such as BNM and Labuan FSA; serve as the primary liaison for compliance-related engagements with banks, card schemes, and payment partners.
• Oversee end-to-end incident governance for fraud and compliance breaches—including investigation, reporting, root‑cause analysis, and integration of lessons learned into updated risk controls.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Law, Finance, Accounting, Business, or a related field (Law graduates are highly preferred).
• Minimum 5 years of hands‑on experience in compliance, risk, or operations within fintech, payment gateways, or financial institutions— with exposure to transaction monitoring and AML/CFT frameworks.
• Proven knowledge of Malaysian financial regulations, including the Anti‑Money Laundering Act (AMLA), Financial Services Act (FSA), and BNM guidelines.