We are looking for an experienced Legal & Compliance Deputy Senior Manager to lead the legal and regulatory compliance function of a leading auto finance business.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead legal and regulatory compliance advisory to business units and senior management.
- Monitor and implement BNM regulations and regulatory requirements relevant to the business.
- Review and advise on commercial agreements, policies, SOPs and governance matters.
- Liaise with regulators, external legal counsel and professional advisers.
- Oversee AML/CFT/KYC, transaction monitoring, STR and regulatory submissions.
- Lead compliance monitoring, audits, risk assessments and remediation.
- Manage investigations, customer complaints, whistle-blowing and regulatory inquiries.
- Oversee litigation, tribunal matters and legal disputes with external counsel.
- Lead PDPA/data privacy compliance, including breach management and regulatory reporting.
- Manage external legal panel firms and stakeholder relationships.
Requirements/Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree in Law (LL.B), with admission to the Malaysian Bar and a valid practicing certificate.
- 10–12 years of relevant experience in Legal, Compliance, Regulatory or Governance, preferably in banking, financial services, insurance or auto finance.
- Strong knowledge of BNM regulations, AML/CFT/KYC and regulatory compliance.
- Good understanding of Hire-Purchase Act, Consumer Credit Act and PDPA.
- Experience working with senior management, regulators and external legal counsel.
- Strong leadership, stakeholder management, analytical and communication skills.
- Willing to travel to regional offices when required.
