Risk, Control & Compliance Manager, IKEA Cheras (Full-time)

IKEA; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in home furnishings is looking for a Risk Manager to ensure safety compliance and manage risks in their operations. The role involves developing procedures, leading training initiatives, and promoting a culture of safety within the store. Applicants should have over 10 years of experience in compliance with proven leadership skills.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in compliance or similar roles, 3+ years in a managerial position.
• Proven experience in fraud investigation and safety systems.

Responsibilities

• Ensure business process compliance and implement preventive measures.
• Lead risk management initiatives, audits, and compliance checks.
• Investigate incidents and report to insurance and authorities as needed.

Skills

Communication

Crisis Management

Leadership

Data Analysis

Education

Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Occupational Health/Safety, Environmental Engineering

Tools

MS Office

Job 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 – and have 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 that are anchored by IKEA and create walkable communities by including residential, office and other types of real estate in our development plans.

We work towards making sustainability a natural part of our everyday work. We are active in our communities, driving and supporting social initiatives that benefit children, women and the environment.

Job Description

• Work together with relevant stakeholders to ensure business process compliance, identify safety & security hazards, and implement preventive measures.
• Define, establish, and implement operating procedures and standards aligned with local authorities and IKEA requirements.
• Support the design and build-up or rebuild of the store to meet safety & security standards.
• Develop and deliver training materials for co-workers and external partners on risk management.
• Lead risk management initiatives, including audits, reports, and compliance checks.
• Coordinate with emergency response teams and external agencies for safety and security matters.
• Promote a risk and compliance culture within the store.
• Investigate and report incidents and accidents, and liaise with insurance and authorities as needed.
• Partner with stakeholders to improve inventory accuracy and prevent shrinkage and fraud.
• Investigate unethical behaviors and fraudulent activities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in occupational health/safety, Environmental Engineering, or related fields.
• 10+ years of experience in compliance or similar roles, with at least 3+ years in a managerial position.
• Excellent communication skills in English and local language.
• Experience with incident reporting, claims handling, and managing security personnel.
• Ability to lead, influence, and develop teams and individuals.
• Proven experience in crisis management, fraud investigation, and safety systems.
• Strong leadership, strategic planning, and financial acumen.
• Proficiency in MS Office and data analysis tools.

Please apply by 21-July-2025.