Risk & Compliance Assistant Manager

SH COGENT LOGISTICS SDN BHD; Klang City; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A logistics company in Klang City is seeking a Risk & Compliance Assistant Manager to oversee compliance frameworks. The role involves conducting investigations, monitoring compliance, and ensuring adherence to local regulations. The ideal candidate has strong knowledge of the Malaysian regulatory landscape and excellent communication skills. This position offers an opportunity to contribute to the company's risk management initiatives.

Qualifications

• Desirable skills include strong knowledge of Malaysian regulations.
• Ability to communicate effectively and report findings.
• Maintain integrity and demonstrate ethical judgment.

Responsibilities

• Support the implementation of compliance monitoring activities.
• Conduct investigations into potential misconduct and breaches.
• Document processes and collaborate with other departments.

Skills

Strong Knowledge of Malaysian Regulatory Landscape

Effective Communication & Reporting

Integrity & Ethical Judgment

Analytical & Problem‑Solving Ability

Ability to Work Independently while Aligning with Group Compliance Direction

Job description

The Risk & Compliance Assistant Manager will support the implementation and monitoring of the company’s risk management and compliance framework, ensuring operations align with internal policies, regulatory requirements, and guidance from the Head of Risk & Compliance (Singapore). This role involves overseeing the Malaysia Risk & Compliance Department, conducting investigative reviews, execution of compliance programs, and ensuring local operations comply with regulatory requirements and internal policies.

Compliance Monitoring & Reporting

Execute compliance checks and monitoring activities in line with policies, procedures, and directives from the Head of Risk & Compliance (Singapore).

Monitor and review compliance activities, escalating key findings and recommendations to the Head of Risk & Compliance (Singapore).

Prepare compliance reports and updates for submission to Singapore, highlighting issues, breaches, or trends observed in Malaysia operations.

Regulatory Adherence

Ensure operations comply with relevant national laws, regulations, and licensing requirements.

Support engagements with auditors, or external parties on compliance-related matters.

Investigations & Incident Management

Conduct independent fact‑finding investigations into potential misconduct, breaches of policy, or irregular activities, outside the scope of routine audits.

Document investigation processes, findings, and recommendations in a professional and objective manner.

Collaborate with other departments where appropriate to ensure resolution of cases.

Provide follow‑up monitoring on investigation outcomes to ensure corrective actions are implemented.

Assist in identifying and assessing compliance and operational risks within Malaysia.

Maintain records of incidents, breaches, and risk exposures, and ensure timely reporting to Singapore.

Contribute to risk registers, internal reviews, and business continuity efforts as directed.

Policy Implementation & Training

Roll out compliance policies and guidelines within Malaysia, ensuring staff understanding and adherence.

Work with departments to develop and formalize policies, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and guidelines, ensuring alignment with compliance standards.

Serve as a first point of contact for compliance‑related queries in Malaysia, escalating complex issues as needed.

Audit & Internal Controls

Support both internal and external audit processes with relevant documentation and follow‑up.

Implement and monitor internal control measures to strengthen compliance and governance practices.

Review and improve local compliance monitoring procedures in consultation with the Head of Compliance.

Key Skills & Qualifications

• Strong Knowledge of Malaysian Regulatory Landscape
• Effective Communication & Reporting
• Integrity & Ethical Judgment
• Analytical & Problem‑Solving Ability
• Ability to Work Independently while Aligning with Group Compliance Direction