Assistant Manager, Regional Compliance & Internal Controls

JAC Recruitment; Singapore; On-site; SGD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

JAC Recruitment in Singapore is seeking an Assistant Manager, Regional Compliance & Internal Controls to guide the internal control framework across the Asia Pacific region. You will work with regional stakeholders to strengthen governance, assess control procedures, and implement risk management practices.

The role requires collaboration with global teams, leadership in GRC initiatives, and the ability to travel within APAC as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in business, law, or a related field.
• 2+ years in internal controls, compliance, risk, governance, audit or similar.
• Solid understanding of regulatory requirements and governance.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Willingness to travel within Asia Pacific region as required.

Responsibilities

• Drive and oversee the internal control framework across the Asia Pacific region.
• Conduct regular assessments of control procedures and compliance practices.
• Support design, implementation and improvement of policies, controls and risk management.
• Follow up on audit observations with business stakeholders and ensure timely closure.
• Monitor resolution of audit findings and maintain records and progress reports.
• Coordinate regulatory updates, awareness initiatives, and training for regional teams.
• Liaise with global and regional stakeholders on policy changes and initiatives.
• Oversee data privacy and protection requirements across APAC entities.
• Lead GRC initiatives to align risk and compliance with business objectives and regulatory expectations.
• Identify emerging risks and provide recommendations to strengthen controls.
• Coordinate and maintain the region's BCM framework and ensure plans stay current and fit for purpose.
• Champion governance by reviewing policies and maintaining high integrity and accountability.

Skills

Internal controls

Risk management

GRC

Audit

Regulatory compliance

Stakeholder management

Data privacy

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or related

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Word

MS Office

Job description

Job Title: Assistant Manager, Regional Compliance & Internal Controls

Location: Singapore - Central

Your New Company

Our client is a leading global organization with a strong international presence and a long-established reputation within its industry. Operating across multiple regions, the company is committed to delivering innovative solutions, driving operational excellence, and fostering a collaborative and diverse work environment. This role offers the opportunity to work closely with regional stakeholders and contribute to the organization's continued growth and transformation.

New Role

• Drive and oversee the internal control framework across the Asia Pacific region, ensuring processes remain effective, efficient, and aligned with organizational standards.
• Conduct regular assessments of control procedures and compliance practices, identifying opportunities to strengthen governance and operational effectiveness.
• Support the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of policies, controls, and risk management processes across regional offices.
• Partner with business stakeholders to follow up on audit observations, ensuring corrective actions are implemented and closed within agreed timelines.
• Monitor the resolution of audit findings and control gaps, maintaining accurate records and reporting progress to management.
• Promote a strong compliance culture by coordinating regulatory updates, awareness initiatives, and training programs for regional teams.
• Liaise with global and regional stakeholders to communicate policy changes and support compliance-related initiatives.
• Oversee data privacy and protection requirements, ensuring adherence to local regulations and internal standards across all Asia Pacific entities.
• Lead Governance, Risk and Compliance (GRC) initiatives, ensuring risk and compliance frameworks support both business objectives and regulatory expectations.
• Identify emerging risks and control weaknesses, providing practical recommendations to enhance risk mitigation and strengthen internal processes.
• Coordinate and maintain the region's Business Continuity Management (BCM) framework, ensuring plans remain current, robust, and fit for purpose.
• Champion sound corporate governance practices by reviewing policies, monitoring compliance with governance requirements, and fostering high standards of integrity and accountability across the organization.

Key Qualifications For Success

• Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Business Management, Risk Management, Law, Finance, or a related discipline.
• Minimum 2 years of relevant experience in internal controls, compliance, risk management, governance, audit, or a related field.
• Good understanding of regulatory requirements, corporate governance principles, and evolving legal and compliance developments.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with stakeholders across all levels of the organization.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present information clearly and professionally.
• Ability to work independently while also collaborating effectively within a team-oriented environment.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills with keen attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
• Willingness to travel within the Asia Pacific region as required.
• Open to Singapore Citizens, Permanent Residents, and candidates with relevant eligibility to work in Singapore.