Risk, Control & Compliance Manager

IKEA; Johor Bahru; On-site; MYR 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading company committed to a safer workplace as a Risk & Compliance Manager. In this pivotal role, you'll ensure compliance through effective safety measures and risk assessments while promoting a culture of safety and transparency. With significant benefits, including discounts and flexible arrangements, IKEA offers an inspiring work environment in Johor, Malaysia.

Benefits

15% off home furnishings and food

Flexi Benefits for health expenses

4 months maternity and 4 weeks paternity leave

Gifts for birthdays and service awards

Relaxed work environment

Annual rewards based on performance

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years experience in a compliance or similar role, including 3 years in management.
• Strong understanding of occupational health & safety and local laws.
• Experience in incident investigation and crisis handling.

Responsibilities

• Oversee safety, security, and compliance of store operations.
• Identify hazards and implement preventive actions.
• Develop safety procedures aligned with IKEA and local laws.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem Solving

Education

Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Engineering, or related fields

Job description

Company Description

The IKEA vision is to create a better everyday life for the many people. We do this by offering a wide range of well-designed, functional home furnishing products at prices so low that as many people as possible can afford them. We operate in Singapore, Malaysia, and Thailand, with an ambitious expansion plan to bring a little bit of Sweden to new markets in the region. We are part of the Ikano Group of companies and the only IKEA franchisee owned by the Kamprad family that founded IKEA.

We also develop, own, and operate shopping centres anchored by IKEA, creating walkable communities by including residential, office, and other real estate in our development plans.

We are committed to making sustainability a natural part of our daily work. We actively participate in our communities, supporting social initiatives that benefit children, women, and the environment.

Job Description

Reporting to the Store Business Navigation & Operations Manager, with a matrix reporting line to the Risk & Compliance Manager, Ikano Retail, you will oversee the safety, security, and compliance of our store operations. Your role involves integrating risk management frameworks into store processes, fostering a safety-focused culture, and ensuring compliance with IKEA’s standards and local regulations.

Your Responsibilities

1. Business Process Compliance: Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure store operations meet safety standards, SOPs, local legislation, and regulatory requirements.
2. Risk Assessment & Mitigation: Identify, assess, and address hazards, process gaps, and implement preventive and corrective actions.
3. Leadership in Safety & Security: Develop, implement, and monitor safety procedures and systems aligned with IKEA and local laws.
4. Training & Development: Create training materials and oversee training and audits related to safety and compliance.
5. Emergency Response Management: Coordinate with the Emergency Response Team and lead crisis management efforts.
6. Risk & Compliance Culture: Promote safety awareness, educate staff and external partners on policies and legislation, and foster transparency and ethics.
7. Audit & Incident Management: Lead incident investigations and ensure compliance during audits.
8. External Agency Relations: Liaise with external agencies to ensure ongoing compliance.
9. Fraud Prevention: Identify potential areas of fraud and address them accordingly.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Engineering, or related fields.
• Minimum of 10 years' experience in a compliance or similar role, including 3 years in management.
• Passionate about safety and fostering a strong risk and compliance culture.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong understanding of occupational health & safety, risk assessment, safety systems, and local laws.
• Experience in incident investigation, fraud management, and crisis handling.
• Experience managing FCC and security personnel.
• High integrity and ability to work independently and collaboratively.

Additional Information

You are invited to join the Life at Home journey with IKEA. Complete this journey to prioritize your application. Applications close on 10 August 2025.

Working with us offers many benefits, including:

• IKEA discounts: 15% off home furnishings and food from day one.
• Flexi Benefits: Claim against dental, optical, fitness, health expenses, and more.
• Maternity and paternity leave: 4 months for mothers and 4 weeks for fathers.
• Gifts and rewards: Tokens for birthdays, marriages, and long service awards.
• Work environment: Inspiring, open, and relaxed workplaces showcasing IKEA products.
• Incentive plan: Annual rewards based on business performance.