Government jobs in Malaysia

Executive recruitment company Monroe Consulting Group Malaysia is recruiting on behalf of a leading FMCG manufacturer of quality chocolates, confectioneries, and beverages. Our esteemed client is seeking General Affairs cum Compliance Manager to be based in Penang, Malaysia.

Job Responsibilities:

• Oversee all compliance and general affairs functions, ensuring company operations adhere to applicable laws, regulations, internal policies, and industry standards.

• Develop, implement, and regularly review compliance policies, frameworks, and procedures in line with local legal requirements and corporate standards.

• Stay updated on changes in legislation, government policies, and regulatory guidelines, and ensure internal processes are updated accordingly.

• Build and maintain strong working relationships with government agencies, regulators, and external partners to support effective communication and collaboration.

• Represent the company in industry forums, public consultations, regulatory meetings, and other engagements with government bodies.

• Coordinate with government departments on matters such as licensing, permit applications, statutory reporting, and regulatory submissions.

• Manage company responses to audits, inspections, and compliance reviews conducted by government authorities.

• Identify and assess compliance risks within business operations and recommend measures to address and reduce those risks.

• Lead internal audits and risk reviews, ensuring any issues are addressed with appropriate corrective actions.

• Advise senior leadership on regulatory trends, compliance risks, and recommended best practices.

• Manage external consultants, legal advisors, and other third parties involved in compliance or government related matters.

• Prepare and present regular updates on compliance, government relations, and risk matters to senior management and the CEO.

• Contribute to cross-functional projects, initiatives, or ad-hoc tasks as assigned by management.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Public Administration, Law, Political Science, Business Administration, or a related field.

• Proven experience in government affairs, corporate compliance, or related areas, with a minimum of 2 years in a leadership or managerial position.

• Strong track record of working closely and effectively with government agencies, regulatory bodies, and external stakeholders.

• In-depth understanding of government processes, compliance regulations, and corporate governance standards.

• Excellent leadership, communication, and negotiation abilities.