Senior Associate - Regulatory Compliance (Risk & Quality)

PwC Malaysia

Kuala Lumpur

On-site

MYR 60,000 - 90,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

PwC Malaysia is seeking a Senior Associate in Risk and Compliance to join the Internal Firm Services team. You will manage licence applications, regulatory reporting, and licensing strategy across local and foreign regulators, contributing to PwC’s commitment to regulatory integrity.

The role demands attention to detail, strong knowledge of applicable laws, and the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams while delivering timely, accurate compliance data to leadership.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in any discipline and/or a professional accounting qualification.
Minimum of 3 years’ experience in licensing, operations, regulatory compliance, legal or a related field.
Strong understanding of relevant laws, regulations and compliance frameworks.

Responsibilities

Prepare and submit licence applications required by local and foreign regulators in a timely and accurate manner.
Compile and submit regulatory reports in compliance with applicable requirements, ensuring accuracy and adherence to deadlines.
Maintain a comprehensive and organised record of all licensing activities and related documentation.
Continuously monitor the firm’s compliance with local and foreign regulatory obligations.
Identify areas for improvement and recommend corrective actions to strengthen compliance, including automation and process enhancements.

Skills

English & Bahasa Malaysia comms

Analytical thinking

Compliance advisement

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Job Description & Summary

Line of Service

Internal Firm Services

Industry/Sector

Not Applicable

Specialism

IFS - Risk & Quality (R&Q)

Management Level

Senior Associate

Job Description & Summary

A career within Risk and Compliance services, will provide you the opportunity to work with a team that provides clients with extensive risk and controls technical knowledge and sector specific experience. You’ll have the opportunity to develop a holistic approach to risk that protects businesses, facilitates strategic decision making and enhances efficiency by assisting management in the assessment of project risks and controls. Our Risk and Compliance Generalist - Practice Support team helps PwC assess, design and develop solutions to manage diverse risks. You’ll help PwC develop a consistent, coordinated, and sustainable strategy. At PwC, we are committed to being purpose-led and values-driven leaders at every level. Our PwC Professional framework sets clear expectations across all lines of service, geographies and career paths, providing transparency on the skills needed to succeed and grow in your career, now and in the future. The role of a Regulatory Compliance Senior Associate is critical in ensuring that PwC’s adheres to both local and foreign regulatory requirements. Your responsibilities will include managing the application and renewal of various licenses, preparing and submitting regulatory reports and supporting leadership with compliance-related reporting. Success in this role requires strong attention to detail and a thorough understanding of regulatory frameworks. Timely submissions are essential to maintaining compliance, avoiding legal or financial penalties, and demonstrating our commitment to regulatory integrity to both regulators and stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

License Application and Reporting:

Prepare and submit licence applications required by local and foreign regulators in a timely and accurate manner.
Compile and submit regulatory reports in compliance with applicable requirements, ensuring accuracy and adherence to specified deadlines.
Maintain a comprehensive and organised record of all licensing activities and related documentation.
Continuously monitor the firm’s compliance with local and foreign regulatory obligations.
Identify areas for improvement and recommend corrective actions to strength compliance, including opportunities for automation and process enhancements.

License Renewal And Payment Management

Monitor licence expiration dates to ensure timely renewals and associated payments.
Coordinate with relevant internal and external stakeholders to collect the necessary documentation and information required for renewal and payment processes.
Proactively identify and resolve any issues or discrepancies that may arise during the renewal process to avoid delays or non-compliance.

Regulatory Assessment And Licence Application

Assess new and evolving regulatory requirements for license applications, both local and foreign, based on current and anticipated business needs.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to determine the necessity of specific licences and initiate the application process where applicable.
Stay informed of changes in regulatory requirements and ensure the firm’s licensing strategy aligned with updated requirements.

Leadership Reporting

Support the preparation and presentation of compliance reports for leadership review.
Provide leadership with timely and relevant insights based on compliance data and regulatory changes.

Qualification And Experience

Bachelor’s degree in any discipline and/or a professional accounting qualification.
Minimum of 3 years’ experience in licensing, operations, regulatory compliance, legal or a related field.
Strong understanding of relevant laws, regulations and compliance frameworks.

Key Skills

Meticulous attention to detail and ability to deliver high standards of accuracy and consistency.
Proficient in written and verbal communication in English and Bahasa Malaysia.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interprete regulations and assess their impact on the firm.
Strong organizational and time-management abilities, capable of managing multiple tasks and meeting deadlines.
Ability to assess and mitigate risks related to non-compliance.
Ability to build and maintain effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders
Capable of working independently and collaboratively within a team environment.
Demonstrate discretion and integrity in handlling sensitive and confidential information.
Proficiency in compliance-related software, tools and systems.

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Degrees/Field Of Study Required

Degrees/Field of study preferred:

Certifications (if blank, certifications not specified)

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