Manager, Client Portfolio Compliance

CACEIS Malaysia; Putrajaya; On-site; MYR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Education support

Dental

Sports (e.g. Gym)

Parking

Shift Allowance

Optical Benefit

Job summary

CACEIS Malaysia is seeking an experienced Client Portfolio Compliance lead to oversee daily operations of the Kuala Lumpur team and apply the group's operational strategy. You will collaborate with senior leaders to drive governance, risk coverage, and timely service delivery.

The role requires 8–10 years in compliance and risk management within asset servicing, with strong analytical and communication skills. A strategic mindset and leadership experience are essential.

Qualifications

• Must-have: post-secondary education in accounting or finance or equivalent.
• Must-have: 8–10 years of relevant experience in the field.
• Must-have: strong technical and financial knowledge of risk management environments and regulatory frameworks (UCITS, ESMA).
• Must-have: solid understanding of financial products and derivatives instruments.
• Must-have: expertise in financial instrument eligibility analysis (targets, structured products, indexes).
• Must-have: experience in team governance and people development.
• Must-have: excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Must-have: analytical thinker with strategic approach and decision-making under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily activities of the Client Portfolio Compliance Kuala Lumpur team.
• Collaborate with Head of Division and Head of Line to apply operational strategy.
• Lead and execute projects aligned with team strategy.
• Establish governance frameworks for risk coverage across the business.
• Manage the team to deliver services accurately and timely.
• Drive development and management of staff and organizational capabilities.
• Act as escalation point to resolve issues promptly.
• Foster strong team interaction and communication for operational excellence.
• Contribute to defining strategy and future direction of the function.

Skills

Risk management knowledge

UCITS/ESMA knowledge

Financial instruments knowledge

Derivatives knowledge

Team governance

Communication skills

Leadership

Change management

Analytical thinking

Education

Post-secondary education in accounting/finance

Superior financial education (nice-to-have)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

CACEIS Malaysia has been a cornerstone of asset servicing since 2008, evolving into a trusted hub of operational excellence within the global CACEIS network. Strategically located in IOI City, Putrajaya, the company employs over 1,200 skilled professionals, providing a broad spectrum of services to institutional clients across Europe. These services include Custody & Cash Clearing, Fund Administration, Fund Distribution, Master Data Services, Market Solutions, Group Invoicing, Reconciliations and Private Equity & Real Estate Solutions. As a centre of excellence, CACEIS Malaysia plays a pivotal role in driving the scalability of global operations, enhancing service quality, and implementing standardized processes to meet the diverse needs of its clients. The dedicated team in Malaysia is committed to delivering reliable, high-quality solutions that empower clients to thrive in a dynamic and competitive financial landscape.

Working hours: 9am to 6pm MYT

Region: Ireland

What will you do?

Oversee the daily activities of the Client Portfolio Compliance Kuala Lumpur team, ensuring all controls are accurately and completely performed within the system.

Collaborate closely with the Head of Division (HOD) and Head of Line (HOL) to apply the operational strategy for CACEIS effectively.

Lead and execute projects aligned with the Client Portfolio Compliance team strategy as agreed with the HOD and HOL.

Establish governance frameworks to ensure comprehensive risk coverage across the business.

Manage the team efficiently to ensure all services are delivered accurately and timely.

Drive the development and management of staff and organizational capabilities.

Act as the escalation point for the team to resolve any arising issues promptly.

Foster strong team interaction and communication to support operational excellence.

Contribute to defining strategy and future direction for the Client Portfolio Compliance function.

What do you need to succeed?

Must-have

Post-secondary education with a focus on accounting or finance, or equivalent.

8 to 10 years of relevant experience in the field.

Strong technical and financial knowledge of risk management environments, investment strategies, and regulatory frameworks including UCITS Directives, ESMA guidelines, and European national laws applicable to UCIs.

Solid understanding of financial products and derivatives instruments.

Expertise in financial instrument eligibility analysis (e.g., target funds, structured products, indexes).

Good knowledge of cross-location operations, systems, and IT environments compliant with rules and procedures.

Proven experience in team governance and people development.

Excellent oral and written communication skills.

Analytical thinker with a strategic approach and ability to make sound decisions under pressure.

Demonstrated change management and leadership skills.

Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines or SLA requirements.

Team player with the ability to collaborate effectively in a fast-paced environment.

Nice-to-have

Superior or relevant financial education.

Knowledge of Microsoft Office tools (Word, Excel, Access).

Proficiency in German, Italian, or French languages.

CACEIS Malaysia has been a cornerstone of asset servicing since 2008, now a trusted hub of operational excellence within the global CACEIS network. Located in IOI City, Putrajaya, the company employs over 1,200 skilled professionals, providing a broad spectrum of services to institutional clients across Europe including Custody & Cash Clearing, Fund Administration, Fund Distribution, Master Data Services, Market Solutions, Group Invoicing, Reconciliations and Private Equity & Real Estate Solutions. CACEIS Malaysia plays a pivotal role in driving the scalability of global operations, enhancing service quality, and implementing standardized processes to meet the diverse needs of its clients.

CACEIS Malaysia has been a cornerstone of asset servicing since 2008, now a trusted hub of operational excellence within the global CACEIS network. Located in IOI City, Putrajaya, the company employs over 1,200 skilled professionals, providing a broad spectrum of services to institutional clients across Europe including Custody & Cash Clearing, Fund Administration, Fund Distribution, Master Data Services, Market Solutions, Group Invoicing, Reconciliations and Private Equity & Real Estate Solutions. CACEIS Malaysia plays a pivotal role in driving the scalability of global operations, enhancing service quality, and implementing standardized processes to meet the diverse needs of its clients.

Perks and benefits Medical Education support Dental Sports (e.g. Gym) Parking Allowance, Shift Allowance, Optical Benefi