Manager, Policy , Governance & Advisory

Etiqa Insurance and Takaful; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Etiqa Insurance and Takaful is seeking a Compliance professional to design, implement and maintain anti-bribery and corruption policies. You will work with Legal and Compliance to ensure adherence to MACC Act, 17A Corporate Liability, UK Bribery Act, and FCPA across the organization in Kuala Lumpur.

Role requires strong analytical, reporting, and presentation skills, with 5–7 years in compliance, legal or risk management and a focus on regulatory risk mitigation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor or Master degree as required in risk/compliance fields.
• Strong AML/CFT regulatory knowledge and best practices.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement and oversee policies to prevent bribery and corruption.
• Collaborate with legal/compliance teams and Maybank Group to ensure regulatory adherence.
• Conduct risk assessments and monitor AML/CFT and anti-bribery/regulatory standards.
• Oversee due diligence for third parties and monitor gifts, sponsorships and conflicts of interest.
• Prepare and present regular reports to stakeholders on anti-bribery and corruption activities.

Education

Bachelor Degree (Law, BA, Finance, Economics, Risk Management)

Masters Degree (MBA, Law)

Job description

• Responsible for developing, implementing, and overseeing policies and strategies that prevent, detect, and address bribery and corruption risks within the organization. This role works closely with Maybank Group, legal, and compliance teams to ensure adherence to anti-bribery laws and regulations, while fostering a culture of integrity and transparency.
• The position supports the business in maintaining its ethical standards and securing sustainable, compliant growth.
• To design, implement, and maintain effective policies and procedures that ensure compliance with Anti-Money Laundering, Counter Financing of Terrorism, and Anti-Bribery & Corruption regulatory requirements.
• Conduct Risk Assessments, Identify, assess, analyze and report AML/CFT, Bribery and Corruption risks within the organization and across its divisions.
• Monitor Compliance and Reporting, Establish and oversee monitoring mechanisms for compliance with Financial Crime Compliance regulations and internal policies.
• Collaborate with Legal and Compliance Teams, Work closely with legal and compliance teams to ensure a coordinated approach to anti-bribery and corruption risk management.
• Due Diligence & Monitoring, Oversee and support Business Units on third-party due diligence processes for vendors, agents, and business partners where applicable. Monitor and review gifts, hospitality, donations, sponsorships, and conflict of interest declarations. Investigate potential breaches or red flags related to bribery and corruption.
• Report to Stakeholders, Prepare and deliver regular reports on anti-bribery and corruption activities, risks, and mitigation efforts to Superiors and external stakeholders as needed.
• Training and Awareness Programs, Develop and deliver training programs to educate employees and stakeholders about anti-bribery and corruption practices and company policies.

Job Requirement

• Bachelor Degree (Law, BA, Finance, Economics, Risk Management)/Masters Degree (MBA, Law)
• 5-7 years of experience in compliance, legal, or risk management roles, ideally with a focus on anti-bribery and anti-corruption.
• Strong understanding of AML/CFT laws, regulations, and industry best practices.
• Sound knowledge of anti-bribery and corruption legislation (e.g., Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) Act, Section 17A Corporate Liability provisions, UK Bribery Act, and the U.S. Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA)).
• Knowledge of regulatory expectations issued by Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) and other relevant regulatory authorities.
• Understanding of compliance risk management, corporate governance, and internal control frameworks.
• Strong analytical, investigative, and risk assessment skills.
• Excellent policy drafting, report writing, and presentation skills.
• Ability to identify regulatory risks and recommend practical mitigation measures.