Shariah Advisory Reviewer

OCBC Bank (Malaysia) Berhad; Malaysia; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

OCBC Bank (Malaysia) Berhad is seeking a Regulatory Policy Specialist to shape the bank’s regulatory strategy and ensure evolving compliance. You’ll work with stakeholders to identify risks and contribute to policy development that supports the bank’s objectives.

The role requires staying current on regulatory changes, collaborating with teams to implement policies, and communicating complex issues clearly to drive regulatory excellence and sustainable growth.

Qualifications

• Degree in Law, Finance, or related field with 5+ years in regulatory policy or compliance.
• Strong knowledge of financial regulations and industry trends.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with clear communication.
• Strong collaboration and stakeholder management for cross-functional teams.
• Proactive and adaptable with commitment to regulatory excellence.

Responsibilities

• Analyze and interpret regulatory requirements and industry trends to identify risks and opportunities for the bank.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and implement regulatory policies and procedures.
• Conduct regulatory risk assessments and develop mitigation strategies to ensure compliance.
• Provide regulatory guidance and support to business units and stakeholders.
• Develop and maintain relationships with regulatory bodies and industry associations.

Skills

Regulatory policy

Regulatory compliance

Stakeholder management

Analytical thinking

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Law/Finance

Job description

As Singapore’s longest established bank, we have been dedicated to enabling individuals and businesses to achieve their aspirations since 1932. How? By taking the time to truly understand people. From there, we provide support, services, solutions, and career paths that meet their individual needs and desires.

Today, we’re on a journey of transformation. Leveraging technology and creativity to become a future-ready learning organisation. But for all that change, our strategic ambition is consistently clear and bold, which is to be Asia’s leading financial services partner for a sustainable future.

We invite you to build the bank of the future. Innovate the way we deliver financial services. Work in friendly, supportive teams. Build lasting value in your community. Help people grow their assets, business, and investments. Take your learning as far as you can. Or simply enjoy a vibrant, future-ready career.

Your Opportunity Starts Here.

This is the broad job description of the job profile. Definitive job description should be reviewed and discussed between you and your manager. Regulatory Policy Specialist

Why Join As a Regulatory Policy Specialist at OCBC, you will play a critical role in shaping the bank’s regulatory strategy and ensuring compliance with evolving regulatory requirements. You will work closely with various stakeholders to identify and mitigate regulatory risks, and contribute to the development of policies and procedures that support the bank’s business objectives.

How you succeed To succeed in this role, you will need to stay up-to-date with changing regulatory requirements and industry trends. You will work collaboratively with cross-functional teams to identify and assess regulatory risks, and develop effective mitigation strategies.

Your ability to analyze complex regulatory issues, think critically, and communicate effectively will be essential in driving regulatory compliance and excellence. What you do

• Analyze and interpret regulatory requirements and industry trends to identify potential risks and opportunities for the bank
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and implement regulatory policies and procedures
• Conduct regulatory risk assessments and develop mitigation strategies to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements
• Provide regulatory guidance and support to business units and other stakeholders
• Develop and maintain relationships with regulatory bodies and industry associations

Who you are

• A degree in Law, Finance, or a related field, with at least 5 years of experience in regulatory policy or compliance
• Strong knowledge of financial regulations and industry trends
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to think critically and communicate effectively
• Strong collaboration and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams
• Proactive and adaptable, with a strong commitment to regulatory excellence and compliance

Who we are As Singapore's longest established bank, we have been dedicated to enabling individuals and businesses to achieve their aspirations since 1932. How?

By taking the time to truly understand people. From there, we provide support, services, solutions, and career paths that meet their individual needs and desires. Today, we're on a journey of transformation.

Leveraging technology and creativity to become a future-ready learning organisation. But for all that change, our strategic ambition is consistently clear and bold, which is to be Asia's leading financial services partner for a sustainable future. We invite you to build the bank of the future.

Innovate the way we deliver financial services. Work in friendly, supportive teams. Build lasting value in your community.

Help people grow their assets, business, and investments. Take your learning as far as you can. Or simply enjoy a vibrant, future-ready career.

Your Opportunity Starts Here. What we offer Competitive base salary.

A suite of holistic, flexible benefits to suit every lifestyle. Community initiatives. Industry-leading learning and professional development opportunities.

Equal opportunity. Fair employment. Selection based on ability and fit with our culture and values.

Your wellbeing, growth and aspirations are every bit as cared for as the needs of our customers.

What we offer:

Competitive base salary. A suite of holistic, flexible benefits to suit every lifestyle. Community initiatives. Industry-leading learning and professional development opportunities. Your wellbeing, growth and aspirations are every bit as cared for as the needs of our customers.

Unlock job insights

OCBC Bank, is the longest established Singapore bank, formed in 1932 from the merger of three local banks, the oldest of which was founded in 1912. It is now the second largest financial services group in Southest Asia by assets and one of the world’s most high-rated banks, with an Aa1 rating from Moody’s. It is also ranked by Bloomberg Markets as the world’s strongest bank.

OCBC Bank and its subsidiaries offer a broad array of specialist financial services, ranging from consumer, corporate, investment, private and transaction banking to treasury, insurance, asset management and stockbroking services.

OCBC Bank’s key markets are Singapore’s Malaysia, Indonesia and Greater China. It has a network of over 600 branches and representative offices in 18 countries and territories, including more than 330 branches and offices in Indonesia that are operated by its subsidiary, Bank OCBC NISP

OCBC Bank’s insurance subsidiary, Great Eastern Holdings, is the largest Insurance group in Singapore and Malaysia by assets. Its asset management subsidiary, Lion Group Investor, is one of the largest private sector asset management companies in Southest Asia. Private Banking services are provided by subsidiary Bank of Singapore, which continued to gain industry recognition in 2011 including being voted ‘Outstanding Private Bank in Asia Pacific’ by Private Banker international

After being actively involved in offering Islamic banking products and services since 1995, OCBC Bank launched its wholly-owned Islamic banking subsidiary, OCBC Al-Amin Bank Berhad, on 1 December 2008. OCBC Al-Amin offers products and services which are developed based on the applicable Shariah contract and with the endorsement of the Shariah Advisory Committee to meet the requirements of both Muslims and non-Muslims alike.