Risk and Compliance Executive

Usains Holding; Penang; On-site; MYR 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization in Malaysia seeks a Risk, Compliance and Integrity Executive to support its risk management and compliance framework. The role involves developing policies, ensuring adherence to regulations, and fostering a culture of integrity across the organization. The ideal candidate will hold a relevant degree and possess 3-5 years of experience in risk management or compliance. Strong analytical and communication skills are essential for this position.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field required.
• Professional certifications in finance or compliance are a plus.
• Minimum of 3–5 years’ experience in risk management or compliance.

Responsibilities

• Support the organization’s risk management framework.
• Prepare and update compliance policies and procedures.
• Monitor changes in local and international regulations.

Skills

Analytical skills

Investigative skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Law, Business Administration, Accounting, or related field

Professional certifications e.g., CAMS, FRM, CRM

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

The Risk, Compliance and Integrity Executive is responsible for supporting the organization’s risk management, compliance, and integrity framework. This role ensures adherence to applicable laws, regulations, and internal policies while promoting ethical conduct and a strong culture of corporate governance. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in mitigating risk, fostering regulatory compliance, and embedding integrity across all levels of the organization.

Key Responsibilities & Job Scope

Policy, SOP, and Integrity Framework Development

Prepare, review, and update risk, compliance, and integrity policies, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and guidelines.

Ensure all policies are aligned with industry best practices, regulatory requirements, and company values.

Develop, maintain, and communicate the company’s Code of Conduct and Ethics policies.

Conduct policy training sessions for employees to reinforce ethical standards and integrity.

Assist in identifying, assessing, and mitigating operational, financial, strategic, and reputational risks.

Maintain and regularly update the corporate risk register.

Conduct periodic risk assessments and internal controls testing across departments.

Prepare and present risk reports to senior management and the Board as required.

Compliance and Regulatory Adherence

Monitor changes in local and international laws and regulations relevant to the company’s industry.

Ensure compliance with applicable regulations, such as anti-money laundering (AML), data protection, and anti-bribery standards.

Support internal and external compliance audits, providing accurate and timely documentation.

Respond to compliance inquiries from internal and external stakeholders.

Integrity and Ethical Oversight

Support investigations of breaches of the Code of Conduct, integrity policies, or ethical standards.

Manage whistleblower and grievance reporting mechanisms, ensuring confidentiality and follow-through.

Foster a culture of transparency, accountability, and ethical business practices.

Develop and deliver risk awareness, compliance, and anti-bribery/corruption training programs.

Engage employees at all levels to promote a strong risk, compliance, and integrity culture.

Desired Skills and Qualifications

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Law, Business Administration, Accounting, or a related field.

Professional certifications (e.g., CAMS, FRM, CRM, Certified Compliance & Ethics Professional) are highly advantageous.

Experience

Minimum of 3–5 years’ experience in risk management, compliance, internal audit, legal, or ethics roles, ideally within financial services, corporate governance, or a regulated industry.

Demonstrated ability to develop and implement risk and compliance frameworks.

Key Skills

Strong analytical, investigative, and problem‑solving skills.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

High attention to detail and ability to manage sensitive information with discretion.

Strong interpersonal skills and ability to collaborate with diverse teams.

Knowledge of corporate governance frameworks, regulatory standards, and ethics guidelines.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).