Assistant Manager, Regional Compliance & Internal Controls

JAC Recruitment Pte Ltd; Singapore; On-site; SGD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

JAC Recruitment Pte Ltd is assisting a global client in Singapore for the role of Assistant Manager, Regional Compliance & Internal Controls. The position focuses on oversight of the APAC internal control framework and governance across regional offices, with emphasis on regulatory alignment and risk management.

You will work with regional stakeholders to implement policies, track audit actions, and promote a strong compliance culture, including data privacy and business continuity planning

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in a related field.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in internal controls, compliance, risk management, governance or audit.
• Solid understanding of regulatory requirements and governance principles.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively across regions.
• Proficiency with MS Office and data analysis tools.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the internal control framework across the Asia Pacific region.
• Assess control procedures and compliance practices for governance and operational impact.
• Design and improve policies, controls, and risk management processes regionally.
• Follow up on audit observations with business stakeholders and track closures.
• Monitor audit findings and regional control gaps with accurate reporting to management.
• Coordinate regulatory updates, awareness programs, and training across regional teams.
• Communicate policy changes with global and regional stakeholders.
• Ensure data privacy and protection compliance across APAC entities.
• Lead GRC initiatives to support business objectives and regulatory expectations.
• Identify emerging risks and provide practical mitigation recommendations.
• Coordinate and maintain the region's BCM framework.

Skills

Internal controls

Compliance

Governance

Audit

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Business Management, Risk Management, Law, Finance, or related discipline

Tools

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Word

Job description

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.

Do note that we will only be in touch if your application is shortlisted.