ITGC Compliance Manager

BAT; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 150,000 - 230,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Market-leading bonus

Health plans

Flexible holiday plan

Online learning platforms

Job summary

BAT is seeking an ITGC Compliance Manager in Subang Jaya, Malaysia to strengthen IT general controls across Digital Business services. You will partner with risk, control, audit, and business stakeholders to ensure robust governance and timely remediation of issues.

Role requires significant IT experience, strong control mindset, and ability to drive improvements within the first line of defense. Excellent communication and collaboration with cross-functional teams are essential.

Qualifications

• Post-qualification IT experience with strong IT process understanding.
• Experience implementing policies, standards and governance across IT environments.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills for risk identification.
• Ability to influence senior management and cross-functional teams, with clear communication.

Responsibilities

• Embed and maintain IT General Controls (ITGCs) across DBS service lines and processes.
• Analyze compliance and control effectiveness, identifying gaps and remediation opportunities.
• Suggest risk and control improvements to DBS management and governance.
• Support action plans arising from controls health checks, IRIs, audits, and SOX testing.

Skills

IT governance

Risk management

Stakeholder engagement

Analytical skills

Tools

Power BI

Excel

Visio

Outlook

Job description

BAT is evolving at pace into a global multi-category business. Our purpose is to create A Better Tomorrow™ by Building a Smokeless World.

To achieve our ambition, we are looking for colleagues who are ready to join us on this journey! Tomorrow can’t wait, let’s shape it together!

British American Tobacco has an exciting opportunity for a ITGC Compliance Manager in Subang Jaya, Malaysia

This role is part of the BAT Digital Business (DBS) Compliance team supporting for IT General Controls. The established Compliance function acts as part of the 1st line of defence and plays a substantial role in ensuring that an appropriate focus is placed on controls, across all functions within DBS.

Your Key Responsibilities Will Include

• Embed and maintain IT General Controls (ITGCs) across DBS service lines and processes, supporting the Compliance Manager and Head of Risk, Governance & Compliance in the ongoing development and maintenance of the control framework.
• Analyze compliance and control effectiveness, identifying gaps and remediation opportunities against BAT control frameworks, applicable laws, regulations, internal standards, policies, and procedures.
• Recommend risk and control improvements to DBS management, helping strengthen the overall controls environment and governance framework.
• Support the execution and closure of action plans arising from controls health checks, Internal Risk Issues (IRIs), audits, SOX testing, and other compliance assessments.
• Act as part of the First Line of Defense, contributing to compliance activities and partnering with risk, control, audit, and business stakeholders to implement Group-defined control requirements.
• Provide coordination and communication with collaborators, building positive relationships and ensuring effective engagement with relevant internal and external collaborators.
• Coordinate and supervise team activities (where applicable), ensuring work is delivered professionally, accurately, and within agreed timelines.
• Drive continuous learning and capability development for self and team through training and development opportunities in risk management, internal controls, audit, compliance, and broader business practices.

What are we looking for?

• Qualified IT professional with significant post-qualification/post-graduate experience in the IT industry and a strong understanding of Group functions and IT processes.
• Proven experience in compliance initiatives, including implementing policies, standards, and governance requirements across IT environments.
• Strong controls and risk management expertise, with practical experience in evaluating controls, understanding their impact on risk, and balancing control effectiveness with business costs.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, capable of identifying key process risks and designing efficient, effective control measures.
• Strong reporting and documentation capabilities, with advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office tools including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Visio, and Outlook.
• Effective collaborator management and communication skills, with the ability to influence and engage senior management, business leaders, IT teams, finance, operations, and external consultants.
• Self‑motivated and adaptable professional, able to work independently with minimal direction while also collaborating effectively within teams and matrix organizations.
• Experience in IT SOX Controls, IT SOX Compliance, IT Internal/External Audit, and Power BI is preferred and considered a strong advantage.

What we offer you?

• We offer a market leading annual performance bonus (subject to eligibility)
• Our range of benefits varies by country and includes diverse health plans, initiatives for work-life balance, transportation support, and a flexible holiday plan with additional incentives
• Your journey with us isn't limited by boundaries; it's propelled by your aspirations. Join us at BAT and become a part of an environment that thrives on internal advancement, where your career progression isn't just a statement – it's a reality we're eager to build together. Seize the opportunity and own your development; your next chapter starts here.
• You’ll have access to online learning platforms and personalized growth programs to nurture your leadership skills
• We prioritise continuous improvement within a transformative environment, preparing for ongoing changes

WHY JOIN BAT?

We’re one of the few companies named as a Global Top Employer by the Top Employers Institute – certified in offering excellent employee conditions.

Collaboration, inclusion and partnership underpin everything we do here at BAT. We are looking forward to enabling every individual to thrive, regardless of gender, sexual orientation, marital or civil partnership status, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, disability, age, skills, experience, education, socio-economic and professional background, veteran status, perspectives and thinking styles. We know that embracing talent from all backgrounds is what makes us stronger and best prepared to meet our business goals.

We see the career breaks as opportunities not obstacles. Through The Global Returners program, we support professionals looking to restart their careers after an extended absence from the workforce (e.g. time out caring for family, parental leave, national service, sabbatical and/or starting an own venture).

Come bring your difference and see what is possible for you at BAT. Learn more about our culture and our award winning employee experience here.

If you require any reasonable adjustments or accommodations to help you perform at your best during the recruitment process, you are encouraged to notify us. We are fully committed to support you by making appropriate arrangements for you to demonstrate your full potential.