Compliance Officer - Financial Services

Antares Management Services; Shah Alam; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Antares Management Services is seeking a proactive Compliance Officer to lead the company’s compliance function in Malaysia, focusing on Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) regulatory requirements and AML/CFT controls. The role includes advising senior management, developing internal policies and controls, and coordinating audits.

The candidate should have hands-on BNM experience and the ability to work with minimal supervision.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related discipline with at least 3 years in compliance.
• Hands-on experience with Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) and regulatory affairs.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Monitor applicable laws, regulations and guidelines, including BNM requirements, AMLA and PDPA.
• Advise management on regulatory obligations and compliance risks.
• Develop, review and maintain compliance policies, procedures and internal controls.
• Review new business initiatives, products, agreements and marketing materials for compliance.
• Coordinate internal and external compliance audits and follow up on findings.
• Oversee AML/CFT framework and CDD/EDD reviews.
• Prepare management reports on regulatory developments and findings.
• Provide AML/CFT training for employees.

Skills

BNM experience

Regulatory compliance

AML/CFT

Risk management

Policy development

Reporting

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Law/Finance/Accounting/Business Administration/Risk Management

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Our client is an established financing company providing hire purchase and business financing solutions across Malaysia.

We are seeking a proactive Compliance Officer to take ownership of the company’s compliance function, advise management and strengthen internal policies and controls. This role suits someone with hands‑on experience dealing with Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) who can manage compliance matters independently with minimal supervision.

Why Join?

Take ownership of the compliance function and make a direct impact on governance and business practices.

Work closely with senior management on compliance priorities and business initiatives.

Join a professional, collaborative environment with opportunities for continuous learning and career development.

Key Responsibilities

Regulatory Compliance & Advisory

Monitor applicable laws, regulations and guidelines, including BNM requirements where applicable, AMLA and PDPA, and assess their impact on the business.

Handle regulatory correspondence, enquiries and compliance matters with BNM and other relevant authorities, where applicable.

Develop, review and maintain compliance policies, procedures and internal controls.

Advise management on regulatory obligations, compliance risks and recommended actions.

Review new business initiatives, products, agreements and marketing materials for compliance.

Compliance Monitoring & Risk Management

Develop and implement the annual compliance monitoring programme.

Conduct compliance reviews and internal assessments to identify gaps and areas for improvement.

Investigate potential breaches, recommend corrective actions and track their resolution.

Maintain compliance registers and support risk management initiatives.

Coordinate internal and external compliance audits and follow up on findings.

AML/CFT Compliance

Oversee the company’s anti-money laundering and counter-financing of terrorism (AML/CFT) framework.

Review Customer Due Diligence (CDD), Enhanced Due Diligence (EDD) and customer risk assessments, where applicable.

Assess adherence to AML/CFT policies and recommend improvements to internal controls.

Training & Management Reporting

Conduct compliance awareness and AML/CFT training for employees.

Prepare management reports covering regulatory developments, compliance findings and outstanding action items.

Work with internal stakeholders to embed compliance requirements into daily operations.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Law, Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Risk Management or a related discipline.

At least 3 years of relevant experience in Compliance, Risk Management, Internal Audit, Governance or Regulatory Affairs.

Relevant experience dealing directly with BNM and familiarity with applicable regulatory requirements are essential.

Able to independently manage the compliance function, prioritise responsibilities and follow through with minimal supervision.

Good understanding of AMLA, PDPA and compliance requirements relevant to the business.

Experience in financing, credit, banking or financial services.

Strong analytical, problem-solving and report-writing skills.

Confident in communicating with management, regulators and internal stakeholders.

High standards of integrity, professionalism and attention to detail.

Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.