Adecco's client, a well-established organization within the manufacturing industry, is seeking a Compliance & Data Protection Manager to lead and strengthen its overall compliance framework. This role will be responsible for overseeing PDPA compliance, company-wide data governance, and broader regulatory compliance initiatives, while partnering closely with cross-functional teams to ensure ethical and compliant business operations.

Key Responsibilities

PDPA Compliance

Ensure full compliance with PDPA and relevant data protection laws across all business functions
Develop, implement, and maintain PDPA policies and procedures to safeguard personal data across manufacturing, retail, and supply chain operations
Conduct Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIAs) and maintain Records of Processing Activities (RoPA) / data inventory mapping
Establish and execute incident response plans for data breaches, ensuring timely reporting and regulatory compliance
Oversee cross-border data transfer compliance, ensuring appropriate safeguards are in place

Company Data Compliance

Lead the organization's data compliance program, ensuring adherence to internal policies and regulatory standards
Develop and enforce data management policies including data classification, retention, access control, and disposal
Conduct regular audits to ensure proper handling and protection of company data
Provide advisory support on data-related compliance matters across manufacturing, retail, and IT functions

Compliance Management

Drive the company's overall compliance framework, including anti-bribery, fraud prevention, and business ethics
Develop and implement policies related to compliance, conflicts of interest, and ethical conduct
Monitor regulatory adherence across all business operations
Partner with risk management teams to identify and mitigate compliance risks

Training & Awareness

Design and deliver training programs on PDPA and data compliance to enhance organizational awareness
Conduct regular training on compliance topics such as anti-bribery and fraud prevention to uphold ethical standards

Other Compliance Matters

Support regulatory inquiries, audits, and investigations related to compliance matters
Provide regular compliance reporting and updates to senior management, regulators, and auditors
Undertake additional compliance-related responsibilities as assigned

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Law, Business Administration, Compliance, or a related field
Minimum 5 years of experience in compliance, including PDPA, data governance, and regulatory frameworks
Prior experience as a Data Protection Officer (DPO) will be an added advantage
Proven experience in developing and managing SOPs, policies, and governance frameworks
Strong knowledge of PDPA and cross-border data transfer regulations
Experience within automotive, manufacturing, or retail industries is preferred
Strong communication, stakeholder management, and training capabilities
Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively across teams
Proactive, detail-oriented, and capable of managing multiple priorities
Fluent in English and Bahasa Malaysia; Mandarin proficiency is preferred

We appreciate all applicants interest, however kindly note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Data Protection Officer