Deputy Compliance Manager

YINSON RENEWABLES AS; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy solutions provider in Kuala Lumpur is hiring a compliance professional to shape and execute their global compliance strategy. You will be responsible for maintaining compliance with various data privacy laws, managing regulatory obligations, and driving a culture of integrity. The ideal candidate should have 6+ years of experience in privacy and data protection, and strong analytical and communication skills are essential. Join a dynamic team that fosters innovation and career growth.

Benefits

Excellent package of benefits

Flexible working hours

Mentorship and coaching

Qualifications

• 6+ years of experience in privacy, data protection, sanctions, and/or ABAC governance roles.
• Familiarity with GDPR, PDPA, ABAC frameworks (ISO 37001), and sanctions is a plus.
• Candidates without prior experience but with the right working attitude will also be considered.

Responsibilities

• Maintain compliance with global privacy efforts across various laws.
• Lead Data Protection Impact Assessments and privacy risk assessments.
• Develop and maintain Records of Processing Activities.
• Provide guidance on ABAC and sanctions obligations.
• Support investigations and reporting of potential breaches.

Skills

Strong analytical skills

Communication skills

Presentation skills

Stakeholder management skills

Education

Qualified lawyer (Malaysia)

Tools

GDPR

PDPA

Job description

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Join one of the world’s leading energy solutions providers and discover how you can grow with Yinson no matter where you are in your career

Yinson is passionate about meeting the world’s energy demands in a sustainable way. To achieve this, we believe in attracting great employees through the creation of a vibrant, progressive workplace that puts people first. We’re always on the lookout for experienced and passionate individuals to be part of the team, working and collaborating effectively to make a difference and create impact with individuals, corporations, governments and the business world

So what are you waiting for? Join us now

Who are we?

Yinson is a world leading energy solutions provider. Our business consists of Offshore production, Renewables, Offshore Marine and Green Technology. We have offices and operations in various countries around the world and thus offer a culturally diverse, international environment. We are now hiring in preparation for further growth

Role Summary

We are looking for a dynamic compliance professional to help shape and execute Yinson’s global compliance strategy across data privacy, anti‑bribery and anti‑corruption (ABAC), and sanctions. This role is highly cross‑functional and offers the opportunity to influence governance frameworks, manage regulatory obligations, and drive a culture of integrity across the organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain compliance with global privacy compliance efforts across GDPR, LGPD, UK GDPR, PDPA and other applicable laws.
• Lead Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIAs), privacy risk assessments, and data mapping exercises.
• Develop and maintain Records of Processing Activities (RoPA).
• Review data protection clauses in contracts and third‑party agreements.
• Review and negotiate data protection clauses, data processing agreements, and standard contractual clauses.
• Manage breach response protocols and liaise with regulators.
• Develop and deliver data privacy training and awareness programs globally.

ABAC & Sanctions Compliance

• Provide guidance on ABAC and sanctions obligations across jurisdictions.
• Review contractual clauses related to ABAC and sanctions.
• Conduct due diligence on high‑risk entities and respond to client compliance requests.
• Support investigations and reporting of potential breaches or misconduct.
• Develop and deliver ABAC and sanctions training programs globally.

Cross‑Functional Collaboration

• Work closely with Legal, Compliance, IT, HR, and Procurement to implement privacy‑by‑design and ethical AI governance.
• Support the development of internal policies, frameworks, and compliance tools.

Qualifications & Experience

• 6+ years of progressive experience in privacy, data protection, sanctions and/or ABAC governance roles.
• Qualified lawyer (Malaysia) with 4–6 years PQE is welcome to apply.
• Familiarity with GDPR, PDPA (Malaysia & Singapore), ABAC frameworks (eg. ISO 37001), and sanctions is a plus.
• Strong analytical, communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills to effectively collaborate with global, cross‑functional teams.
• Candidates without prior experience but with the right working attitude and willingness to learn will also be considered

What can we offer?

You will be working in a culturally diverse organisation which fosters teamwork and mutual support. Our dynamic workplace not only encourages people to be innovative, creative, and open but is also geared to realising ambition. We provide mentorship and coaching to our employees in developing their professional career with us

Yinson offers an excellent package of benefits and has offices located in a prime location in the City allowing for easy travel to and from work. Working hours are flexible with numerous company events held during the year.