Regulatory Affairs Executive

EMAX Corporate; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

EMAX Corporate in Kuala Lumpur is seeking a Regulatory Compliance & Stakeholder Management professional to lead our regulatory affairs and government liaison efforts. You will ensure compliance programs identify, prevent, detect, and correct non-conformities while coordinating with authorities across Malaysia.

You will analyse new regulations, propose strategic updates to SOPs, manage cross-department projects, and represent the company in discussions with agencies and industry bodies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Law, Business, Public Policy, or related field.
• 1–3 years’ experience in regulatory compliance, government affairs, or stakeholder management.
• Strong understanding of Malaysia’s regulatory environment, including MCMC, KKOM, KPDNHEP, and AMLA.
• Experience in regulatory documentation, compliance audits, licensing, and government liaison.
• Strong analytical, communication, negotiation, and project management skills.
• Proficient in Excel and Power BI; familiarity with CCEP or ISO compliance training is an advantage.
• Fluent in English and Bahasa Malaysia.
• Willing to travel for regulatory meetings and engagements.

Responsibilities

• Liaise with government agencies and regulatory bodies such as KKM, MCMC, KKOM, SIRIM, JAKIM, and KPDNHEP.
• Ensure compliance programs identify, prevent, detect, and correct non-compliance across the organisation.
• Prepare and submit annual financial reports, license renewals, and statutory reports to relevant authorities.
• Stay up-to-date with laws, regulations, and guidelines issued by relevant authorities.
• Oversee the implementation and monitoring of the compliance program, work plan, and framework.
• Respond promptly to regulatory inquiries and requests.

Skills

Regulatory compliance

Stakeholder management

Regulatory documentation

Compliance audits

Licensing

Analytical

Communication

Negotiation

Project management

Excel

Power BI

Education

Bachelor's degree in Law/Business/Public Policy

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary liaison with government agencies and regulatory bodies such as KKM, MCMC, KKOM, SIRIM, JAKIM, KPDN and other industry authorities.
• Ensure that compliance programs are effective in identifying, preventing, detecting, and correcting non-compliance across the organisation.
• Prepare and submit required documentation such as annual financial reports, license renewals, and statutory reports to relevant authorities.
• Stay up-to-date with laws, regulations, and guidelines issued by relevant authorities.
• Oversee the implementation and monitoring of the compliance program, work plan, and framework.
• Respond promptly to regulatory inquiries and requests from government agencies and law enforcement bodies.

Regulatory Compliance & Stakeholder Management

• Serve as the primary liaison with government agencies and regulatory bodies such as KKM, MCMC, KKOM, SIRIM, JAKIM, KPDN and other industry authorities.
• Ensure that compliance programs are effective in identifying, preventing, detecting, and correcting non-compliance across the organisation.
• Prepare and submit required documentation such as annual financial reports, license renewals, and statutory reports to relevant authorities.
• Stay up-to-date with laws, regulations, and guidelines issued by relevant authorities.
• Oversee the implementation and monitoring of the compliance program, work plan, and framework.
• Respond promptly to regulatory inquiries and requests from government agencies and law enforcement bodies.

Policy Analysis & Implementation

• Analyse new and existing regulations, assessing their impact on the organisation’s operations, products, and services.
• Provide strategic recommendations to senior management to ensure alignment with regulatory requirements.
• Lead the development and periodic review of the organisation's Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) related to regulatory compliance.

Project Management & Reporting

• Manage cross-departmental projects related to regulatory compliance, such as systems enhancements or industry-specific initiatives.
• Oversee the development and improvement of compliance-related tools, including user interface designs and technical specifications.
• Monitor and report on compliance activities, ensuring effective documentation and timely submissions.

Relationship Building & Representation

• Build and maintain strong relationships with local and international stakeholders, including government agencies, regulatory bodies, and industry associations.
• Represent the organization in regulatory discussions, industry conferences, and public inquiries.
• Foster collaborations with strategic partners and other industry players to support the organization’s initiatives and objectives.

Training & Awareness

• Conduct training sessions and briefings for internal teams to promote awareness of relevant regulatory frameworks.
• Act as the point of contact for regulatory updates and disseminate information within the organization to ensure compliance.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Law, Business, Public Policy, or related field.
• 1–3 years’ experience in regulatory compliance, government affairs, or stakeholder management.
• Strong understanding of Malaysia’s regulatory environment, including MCMC, KKOM, KPDNHEP, and AMLA.
• Experience in regulatory documentation, compliance audits, licensing, and government liaison.
• Strong analytical, communication, negotiation, and project management skills.
• Proficient in Excel and Power BI; familiarity with CCEP or ISO compliance training is an advantage.
• Fluent in English and Bahasa Malaysia.
• Willing to travel for regulatory meetings and engagements.