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.
