SENIOR MANAGER, INTEGRITY, GOVERNANCE & COMPLIANCE

Port of Tanjung Pelepas; Gelang Patah; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A major maritime organization in Gelang Patah, Malaysia is seeking an experienced professional to lead the Integrity, Governance & Compliance (IGC) function. You will drive compliance culture, manage risks, and ensure alignment with corporate values. Ideal candidates should have a legal background with extensive experience in compliance frameworks, particularly within the APAC region. This leadership role offers an opportunity to develop innovative compliance solutions that add business value.

Qualifications

• Legally trained with a minimum of 10 years post-qualification experience.
• Experience in corporate/in-house role preferred.
• In-depth understanding of compliance frameworks across APAC.

Responsibilities

• Lead integrity and compliance risk assessments.
• Champion the development of IGC frameworks.
• Act as a focal point for IGC matters across organizational levels.

Skills

Analytical skills

Presentation skills

Communication capabilities

Education

Bachelor's degree in Law

Master's degree

Job description

Role Purpose:

To strategically lead and grow the Integrity, Governance & Compliance (IGC) function in alignment with the organization’s values and evolving business landscape. This role is critical in building a proactive compliance culture that safeguards corporate integrity, enhances risk management, and drives sustainable performance through collaboration, foresight, and innovation.

Key Responsibilities & Success Outcomes:

1. Strategic Leadership & Innovation

• Champion the development and execution of forward-thinking IGC frameworks and governance structures.
• Translate complex regulatory requirements into practical, business-aligned solutions.
• Proactively introduce innovative practices and digital tools to enhance compliance effectiveness.

2. Compliance Risk Management & Advisory

• Lead integrity and compliance risk assessments, due diligence, and investigations.
• Serve as the trusted advisor for IGC matters across all organizational levels.
• Build preventive and detective controls that are agile and responsive to business needs.

3. Empowering People Through Knowledge

• Design and deliver impactful training and awareness programmed tailored to various audiences.
• Build internal capacity and ownership of compliance responsibilities through coaching and upskilling.

4. Stakeholder Engagement & Collaborative Service

• Act as the focal point between internal leaders, external stakeholders, and regulatory bodies.
• Ensure continuous consultation and transparent communication on IGC initiatives and outcomes.

5. Governance & Reporting Excellence

• Establish data-driven compliance performance indicators and dashboards.
• Deliver clear, insightful reporting to senior management, enabling informed decision-making.

6. Legal Support & Document Integrity

• Review legal and governance documentation to ensure regulatory alignment.
• Draft and maintain constitutional and compliance documents with precision and integrity.

7. IT Compliance & Information Security

• Collaborate with IT teams to implement policies protecting intellectual property and sensitive data.
• Lead by example in digital compliance and cyber risk awareness.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Law or related field; Master’s degree is an advantage.
• Legally trained and qualified with a minimum of 10 years post-qualification experience, ideally with at least 3 years in a corporate/in-house role.
• In-depth understanding of compliance frameworks across APAC (international exposure preferred).

Key Competencies & Personal Attributes:

• Passionate about integrity, governance, and corporate ethics.
• Innovative problem-solver with strategic foresight.
• Empowering leader who cultivates high-performing teams.
• Deep respect for people, processes, and organizational values.
• Service-oriented communicator with strong stakeholder empathy.

Core Skills:

• Strong analytical, presentation and communication capabilities.
• Effective multitasking, prioritization, and decision-making skills.
• High emotional intelligence and resilience under pressure.

Leadership & Cultural Expectations:

• Actively drive a workplace culture grounded in Respect, Trust and Transparency.
• Embody accountability and foster team-wide ownership of compliance outcomes.
• Inspire the team to deliver compliance excellence as a service that adds business value.
• Role model ethical conduct and act as an ambassador for our core values.