Group Sustainability and Risk Manager

MVC Resources; Shah Alam; On-site; MYR 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading corporation in Shah Alam is seeking a senior professional to lead risk management and sustainability initiatives. The role involves overseeing compliance with regulations and quality management standards like ISO 9001 and ISO 14001. Candidates should hold a relevant degree, possess strong experience in risk and compliance, and have expertise in ESG reporting. This position offers a chance to significantly impact organizational practices regarding sustainability and risk management.

Qualifications

• At least 10 years’ senior-level experience in risk, compliance, sustainability, or finance, ideally in manufacturing or listed companies.
• Deep understanding of Bursa Malaysia regulations, MACC Act, IFRS S1/S2, and ISO standards.
• Proven ability to design and maintain documented controls and risk frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee the Group’s integrated framework for sustainability, risk management, compliance, and internal controls.
• Ensure continuous adherence to QMS policies and procedures in line with ISO 9001 and ISO 14001.
• Design, implement, and monitor the Group’s enterprise risk management framework.

Skills

Risk management

Compliance monitoring

Sustainability reporting

Financial reporting

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Risk Management, or related field

Professional accounting qualification (CPA, ACCA, CA Malaysia/MICPA) preferred

Job description

Overview

Lead and oversee the Group’s integrated framework for sustainability, risk management, compliance, and internal controls, ensuring full alignment with legal, regulatory, and ISO 9001/14001 quality management system standards.

Key Responsibilities

Quality Management System (QMS) Compliance

• Ensure continuous adherence to QMS policies and procedures in line with ISO 9001 and ISO 14001.
• Maintain and update documentation covering risk management, sustainability reporting, and compliance controls.
• Support internal and external audits by preparing materials, facilitating activities, and implementing corrective measures.

Enterprise Risk Management

• Design, implement, and monitor the Group’s enterprise risk management framework.
• Conduct risk assessments, maintain risk registers, and report key risk indicators to the Risk Management Committee.
• Ensure business continuity plans are documented, tested, and reviewed annually.

Regulatory Compliance and Governance

• Oversee compliance with Bursa Malaysia Listing Requirements, MACC Act (Section 17A), Companies Act, and other relevant regulations.
• Implement compliance monitoring and training programs in line with established procedures.

Sustainability and ESG Reporting

• Lead sustainability reporting in accordance with IFRS S1/S2, GRI Standards, and Bursa Malaysia guidelines.
• Manage ESG data collection and verification to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Collaborate with teams to embed sustainability objectives into the Group’s QMS.

ISO 9001 & ISO 14001 Audit Coordination

• Work with QA and EHS teams to plan and execute ISO audits effectively.
• Integrate audit findings into risk and compliance frameworks, ensuring timely closure of corrective actions.
• Support certification and re certification processes from a compliance perspective.

Stakeholder Engagement and Reporting

• Prepare and deliver reports to the Board, Audit, Risk, and Sustainability Committees.
• Assist the CFO with ESG-related investor disclosures, rating agency responses, and investor inquiries.

Requirement

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Risk Management, or related field.
• Professional accounting qualification (CPA, ACCA, CA Malaysia/MICPA) preferred.
• At least 10 years’ senior-level experience in risk, compliance, sustainability, or finance, ideally in manufacturing or listed companies.
• Strong background in financial reporting, regulatory compliance, and stakeholder engagement.
• Professional certifications in risk management, compliance, sustainability, or accounting advantageous; governance, audit, or business continuity certifications are a plus.
• Strong financial acumen, including knowledge of financial statements, consolidation, and investor relations.
• Deep understanding of Bursa Malaysia regulations, MACC Act, IFRS S1/S2, and ISO standards.
• Proven ability to design and maintain documented controls and risk frameworks.
• Expertise in ESG reporting and compliance monitoring.