ITGC Compliance Manager

The British American Tobacco Group; Subang Jaya; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Market leading bonus

Comprehensive health plans

Flexible holidays

Online learning platforms

Job summary

The British American Tobacco Group in Subang Jaya, Malaysia, seeks an ITGC Compliance Manager to drive IT General Controls across DBS, supporting risk governance and audit activities. The role emphasizes strong analytical skills, policy implementation, and collaboration with management to strengthen control environments.

You will lead efforts on remediation, policy adherence, and IT risk management while partnering with stakeholders across Finance, IT, and Operations in a matrix structure.

Qualifications

• Substantial post-qualification experience in IT industry or graduate with significant post-graduate experience.
• Strong understanding of enterprise IT processes and governance frameworks.
• Experience on compliance projects, policies and standards.

Responsibilities

• Ensure IT General controls are embedded across DBS.
• Provide analysis to remediate non-compliance against control frameworks.
• Recommend improvements to management and support risk governance.
• Assist in maintenance and development of IT General Control.
• Support SOX testing, audits and action plans with DBS management.
• Supervise team work to ensure timely, professional delivery.
• Develop self and team through training in risk and internal controls.

Skills

IT governance

Analytical skills

Communication

MS Office

Power BI

Self-starter

Team leadership

Education

Professional qualification in IT/related field

Post-graduate experience

Tools

IT SOX Controls

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:

• Ensuring that approved IT General controls are embedded in the current service lines and processes across DBS.
• Produce structured and insightful analysis of where to remediate areas of non-compliance to the various existing control frameworks in place within BAT
• Make recommendations to DBS management on how the existing risk and control measures can be improved and Support the Compliance Manager and the Head of Risk, Governance & Compliance in maintenance and development of the IT General Control
• Contribute as part of the first Line of Defense to the compliance of applicable laws & Regulations, Internal codes of practice/Standards and policy and procedures
• Support DBS management with delivery of action plans resulting from BCT led controls health checks, IRI raised, Audit and SOX Controls testing
• Coordination and supervision of the work conducted by your team (if any) to ensure it is conducted in a professional and timely manner
• Develop self and the team through training, learning and development opportunities in risk and internal controls, audit, and the business in general.
• Support the various Risk, Control and Audit stakeholders with crafting the controls’ environment as defined by Group and partners regularly and establish an effective communication with relevant stakeholders

What are we looking for?

• Qualified professional with substantial post-qualification experience in the IT industry, or a graduate (or equivalent) with significant post-graduate experience, demonstrating a strong understanding of enterprise IT processes, governance frameworks, and Group functions.
• Experience working on compliance projects, implementing policies and standards.
• Working experience in controls, in terms of role, impact, relation to risk, and balance with costs
• Strong analytical skills and problem-solving capabilities, to identify significant process risks and efficient and effective key controls.
• Must have knowledge of Reporting skills and good knowledge of MS Office products like Excel, Word, PPT, Visio, Outlook
• Ability to communicate effectively with a wide internal and external audience (e.g. Group Senior Management and end market management; Finance, Operational, Commercial and IT management; external consultants) and influence and persuade them to take action
• Self-starter, capable of working with minimal supervision, but also in a team setting and in a matrix structure.
• Experience in IT SOX Controls, IT SOX Compliance, and IT Internal/External Audits is preferred; working knowledge of Power BI will be an added 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.