MANAGER, REGULATORY COMPLIANCE

CTOS Data Systems; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Credit Reporting Agency in Malaysia is seeking motivated individuals for a compliance-focused position. The role's mission is to promote regulatory compliance while supporting the organization's integrity. This position requires strong leadership skills, experience in regulatory environments, and the ability to work collaboratively with various stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in financial or regulatory compliance.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Ability to interpret complex regulations effectively.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with local laws and regulations.
• Support group’s compliance functions and standardize policies.
• Lead investigations into compliance breaches and promote compliance culture.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Education

Degree in Law, Business Administration, Economics

Qualifications in regulatory or compliance fields

Job description

We are Malaysia’s leading Credit Reporting Agency (CRA) and we are aggressively expanding our business, looking for dynamic, driven, and motivated individuals to join our team. Our Direct-To-Consumer segment (D2C) is one of our fastest growing product areas, with numerous expansion plans and innovative ideas.

Mission/Purpose of the position:

1. To ensure the Group’s business activities comply with all relevant laws, regulations, and industry standards governing the operations of a Credit Reporting Agency in Malaysia.
2. To promote a culture of compliance, effectively mitigate regulatory risks, and uphold the Group's integrity and reputation.

Responsibilities:

• Regulatory Compliance: Ensure compliance with all relevant local laws and regulations, including the Personal Data Protection Act, Section 17A, Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission Act, ISO 27001, and any other applicable laws and guidelines.
• Group-Level Compliance Support: Support the group’s compliance functions and standardize compliance policies across entities.
• Governance: Develop, review, and implement policies to ensure regulatory compliance. Provide recommendations to address internal control weaknesses and ensure timely remediation.
• Audit, Monitoring & Reporting: Collaborate with auditors to ensure compliance, facilitate rectifications, and monitor risks.
• Compliance Awareness: Promote a strong compliance culture within the organization.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Work with internal teams and external regulators to ensure seamless compliance and issue resolution.
• Incident Management: Lead investigations into compliance breaches, ensuring proper documentation and reporting.
• Others: Perform ad-hoc tasks as required by the Department or instructed by the General Manager/HOD.

Education/Certification:

• Degree in Law, Business Administration, Economics, or related fields.
• Qualifications in regulatory or compliance fields are advantageous.
• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in financial, regulatory compliance, or process improvement environments.

Professional Experience:

• Strong leadership and management skills, capable of handling multiple stakeholders and priorities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• High integrity, detail-oriented, with a proactive problem-solving approach.
• Strong analytical, auditing, and reporting skills, with the ability to interpret complex regulations.
• Experience dealing with regulatory bodies is a plus.
• Ability to work collaboratively across departments.
• Good understanding of Finance, Accounting, or Credit Reporting business.