Senior Officer - Corporate Governance & Contract Management

Contraves Advanced Devices Sdn Bhd; Hang Tuah Jaya Municipal Council; On-site; MYR 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology firm in Malaysia is seeking a Senior Officer in Corporate Governance & Contract Management. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in compliance and contract administration, with a focus on regulatory requirements and governance frameworks. This role involves overseeing corporate governance compliance, managing contracts, and implementing policies that align with corporate objectives. Competitive salary package offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in regulatory requirements.
• 5 years in contract administration and management.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with corporate governance standards.
• Review and implement corporate policies.
• Manage vendor and customer contracts.

Skills

Regulatory compliance

Contract administration

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree / Diploma in Law, Business Administration, Corporate Governance, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Senior Officer - Corporate Governance & Contract Management

Bachelor’s Degree / Diploma in Law, Business Administration, Corporate Governance, Social Science or an equivalent field and with substantial relevant experience will also be considered. Professional certification in Corporate Governance, Compliance Management, Risk Management or Contract Management will be an added advantage.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of working experience in reviewing, interpreting and implementing regulatory requirements in a commercial environment.
• Minimum 5 years working experience in contract administration and management, including reviewing, drafting, negotiating and monitoring the implementation of contractual terms and obligations.
• Proven ability to implement, monitor and review corporate policies, plans and Standard Operating Procedures, including compliance obligations and governance frameworks.
• Hands‑on experience in supporting departmental Key Performance Indicators implementation, performance tracking and ensuring alignment with corporate objectives.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to prepare reports, minutes and presentations effectively.
• Exceptional attention to details and ability to focus.
• Strong problem‑solving and analytical skills with a constructive solution‑oriented approach.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications and able to adapt quickly to new systems or platforms.
• Ability to engage, deliberate and provide guidance and training to colleagues on governance, compliance and contractual matters.

Main Duties

(1) Corporate Governance & Oversight

Ensures the Company-wide compliance with regulatory, statutory and legal requirements, as well as internal policies, procedures, frameworks, regulations and governance standards. Performs Corporate Governance oversight functions by identifying gaps, assessing risks, advising and recommending improvement measures. Coordinates the preparation, review and submission of Governance Reviews and Compliance Reports. Keeps abreast of new and changes or amendments in relevant laws, regulations and corporate governance developments and informs Management on implications to the Company. Supports the implementation, monitoring and review of departmental KPIs to ensure alignment with Company objectives and governance expectations.

(2) Policy, Compliance & Risk Alignment

Reviews, enhances and implements Corporate-level policies, procedures and systems to ensure relevance, consistency and compliance with legislative and operational needs. Provides oversight on risk controls, ensuring risk reports and mitigation measures are effective, relevant and aligned with Enterprise Risk Management requirements. Ensures compliance with all relevant legal and regulatory obligations. Administers and manages the Whistleblowing channel, ensuring proper handling, confidentiality and compliance. Contributes to initiatives on anti‑fraud, anti‑corruption and anti‑bribery in alignment with relevant laws and Company’s policies.

(3) Environment, Social & Governance (ESG)

Co‑manages and monitors ESG initiatives for the Company’s sustainability agenda, reporting, documentation and continuous improvement efforts. Tracks governance‑related ESG progress to meet internal, audit and stakeholder requirements.

(4) Contract Management

Develops, safeguards, organizes and maintains all vendor and customer legal and contractual documents, ensuring accuracy, security and traceability. Ensures all vendor and customer contracts comply with Company’s policies, applicable laws, quality standards and industry guidelines. Assists departments in drafting, reviewing and/or interpreting legal and contractual documents to minimise risks and protect Company interests. Maintains comprehensive Contract Master Lists for vendors and customers, ensuring they are regularly updated. Ensures version control of contractual documents and archiving of inactive or expired contracts. Tracks changes, amendments and renewals of contractual documents, ensuring all relevant departments are informed of key obligations or expiry timelines. Monitors contract performance and ensures fulfilment of obligations by all parties. Reviews existing and new contracts to flag key risks or non‑compliance for mitigation by relevant departments. Works closely with other departments to resolve contractual disputes or non‑performance issues, if any. Supports the retrieval and registration of documents for audits, legal reviews or project reference.

(5) Other Duties

Reads, understands and complies with the Company’s Code of Conduct and Business Ethics (COBE), Anti Bribery and Corruption (ABC), Anti Money Laundering (AML) and all relevant Company’s policies and procedures. Maintains strict confidentiality and upholds the integrity of both Company’s and stakeholders’ information. Participates in cross‑functional meetings and corporate planning. Supports audits (internal, external, statutory and standards) as the corporate governance main focal point. Performs ad‑hoc job related tasks as assigned by the CEO.

Questions for Applicants

• Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Malaysia?
• What’s your expected monthly basic salary?
• Which of the following types of qualifications do you have?
• How many years’ experience do you have as a Corporate Governance Officer?
• Are you willing to undergo a pre‑employment background check?
• How much notice are you required to give your current employer?