Job Description

ROLE PURPOSE

The Head of Compliance & Regulatory Affairs is responsible for leading all regulatory, licensing, and compliance matters of the Company, including direct engagement with Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) and the Securities Commission Malaysia (SC). This role is a key person under regulatory requirements and is authorised to represent the Company in all regulatory communications and licensing matters.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Regulatory & Licensing Management

- Lead all regulatory licence applications including FA and CMSL.

- Act as primary liaison with BNM, SC, auditors, and regulators.

- Prepare and submit regulatory documents, undertakings, and responses.

- Manage conditional approvals and post-approval obligations.

2. Ongoing Compliance & Governance

- Establish and maintain compliance frameworks aligned with BNM and SC.

- Monitor regulatory reporting and changes in laws.

- Ensure business activities comply with all regulatory requirements.

3. Board & Management Advisory

- Advise Board on regulatory risks and compliance strategy.

- Present compliance updates and regulatory developments.

- Support Board resolutions and governance documentation.

4. Audit & Regulatory Engagement

- Lead regulatory audits, inspections, and reviews.

- Coordinate responses to regulatory findings.

- Ensure timely closure of compliance gaps.

5. Internal Controls & Training

- Implement internal compliance controls.

- Conduct compliance training for staff.

- Maintain proper documentation and audit trails.

AUTHORITY & DESIGNATION

- Appointed as Director or C-Suite executive.

- Authorised to communicate with and represent the Company before BNM and SC.

- Recognised as a key responsible person for regulatory compliance.

Job Requirements

- 8–10 years’ experience in regulatory compliance or financial services.

- Strong knowledge of BNM and SC regulatory frameworks.

- Experience dealing directly with regulators.

- Background in FA, CMSL, insurance, takaful, fintech, or capital markets preferred.

Skills