Senior Executive (Compliance)

Rockwills; Petaling Jaya; On-site; MYR 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A compliance-focussed company in Petaling Jaya is seeking a Compliance Officer to ensure adherence to regulatory requirements. The role involves managing regulatory updates, documenting standard operational procedures, and conducting compliance reviews. Ideal candidates should have a degree in Audit, Risk Management, or a related field, along with strong organizational and problem-solving skills. Knowledge of anti-money laundering laws is a plus. The position demands attention to detail and the ability to work under pressure.

Qualifications

• Must possess a Degree or equivalent in Audit, Risk Management, Accounting, Finance or related field.
• Strong attention to details and problem-solving skills are compulsory.
• Basic knowledge of anti-money laundering laws is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Manage and update regulatory requirements, guidelines, policies and procedures.
• Document and review company’s standard operational procedures.
• Conduct compliance testing of regulatory requirements.
• Prepare compliance reporting and summary of non-compliance matters.

Skills

Strong organizational skills

Attention to detail

Problem-solving skills

Ability to work under pressure

Education

Degree in Audit, Risk Management, Accounting, Finance or related field

Professional qualification (CIA, ACCA, CIMA)

Job description

Job Responsibilities

• Manage & update new regulatory requirements, guidelines, policies and procedures.
• To document and review the company’s standard operational procedures (SOPs) and recommend the necessary improvements and controls.
• Conduct review and testing on compliance of regulatory requirements.
• Any other duties that may be assigned by the Head of Department and company.
• To work with different internal stakeholders to drive compliance with regulations.
• To promote compliance in company actively by leading and participating in relevant projects.
• To prepare compliance reporting and summary of overall non-compliance matters.
• Monitor AML/CFT related matters.
• To assist in reviewing and maintaining compliance framework in the company.
• Conduct regular compliance review to ensure compliance with regulatory and internal requirements.
• Assist to document and maintain Company’s Compliance Manual, SOP inclusive for all operational and administrative matters.
• Work closely with HOD on compliance, cross border issues, information sharing within group for compliance purposes and to assist in data gathering.

Requirements

• Candidate must possess a Degree or its equivalent in the field of Audit, Risk Management, Accounting, Finance, or other related Quality – Management Field or possess professional qualification such as CIA, ACCA or CIMA .
• Candidate must be able to work with minimum supervision, enthusiastic personality, good organizational skills.
• Strong attention to details, efficiency, organize, planning and problem skills are compulsory for this position.
• Ability to understand broader business issues.
• Ability to manage pressure and conflicting demands and priorities tasks and workload.
• Self-motivated with an appetite to learn, Integrity and professional ethics as well as excellent team player.
• Basic knowledge of anti-money laundering laws are an advantage.