Assistant Manager - Compliance & Risk

In this dynamic hands-on role, you will report to Associate Director of Compliance and Risk and collaborate with cross-functional teams on enterprise risk management and compliance related activities ensuring sound risk and governance across the organisation including areas of overall workplace safety and data protection.Role & Responsibilities(1) Compliance and RiskAssist in the development and enhancement of enterprise risk management framework, risk and compliance policies and proceduresAssist in the development and periodic review of risk appetite statements, risk thresholds, Key Risk Indicators and emerging risksCollaborate with risk owners to conduct regular risk assessments; facilitate risk analysis and assessments and propose suitable mitigations when requiredMaintain active oversight of the organisation’s compliance program & calendar and coordinate with internal stakeholders on timely regulatory submissions and reportingCarry out regular group compliance reviews through audits, assessment and control testingMonitor, evaluate, assess the impact of new or updated statutory and regulatory developmentsInvestigate, manage and follow up on matters related to non-compliance incidents/breaches and ensure appropriate mitigations are in placeWork with the relevant internal stakeholders on the improvement to processes and systems when requiredCollaborate with risk & compliance owners/representatives in preparation of various risk and compliance reports to senior management, Board and regulators (if applicable), highlighting key risk exposures, potential issues, and mitigation strategiesAssist in the implementation and monitoring of risk and compliance management programs and initiatives across the groupAct as a liaison between various departments and business units to provide guidance & support and ensure alignment of risk management and compliance effortsDesign suitable risk communications and awareness programs; prepare materials and conduct regular orientation, training/workshops to all levels of employeesTake charge and manage incident reporting channel; maintain active oversight on the reported incidents and oversee the effective closure of actions; escalate to senior management and key stakeholders when requiredOrganise Risk Management meetings and perform secretariat duties as well as administrative duties where requiredProvide administrative support for the overall audit function conducted by the internal/external auditorsAttend to matters as assigned by the Associate Director(2) Data Protection (PDPA)Support the DPO/Associate Director in the review and implementation of PDPA act within the organisationMonitor and review PDPA non-compliance and/or lapses and provide solutions and mitigating plans to prevent re-occurrenceConduct PDPA updates and training (where necessary)Attend to matters as assigned by DPO/Associate DirectorQualifications & ExperienceMinimum diploma holder and above in a related field of studyMinimum 3 years of hands-on relevant working experience in a compliance and/or risk management role including experience in an external or internal audit capacityPreferably hold data protection certifications and/or has strong knowledge of PDPA obligationsExcellent written and verbal communication skills; able to provide sound advice to stakeholdersProficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) & data analytics and AI tools to support workSkills: (1) Good leadership and communication skills, able to empathise with all levels of staff and workers. (2) Strong analytical skills, problem-solving skills and critical thinking to pinpoint issues and ability to deep dive to find the ultimate root cause(s) and measures (3) Ability to work independently under minimal supervision and collaboratively within a team and engage effectively with stakeholders at all levels across multiple business verticals (4) Strong interpersonal, organisational and project management skills (5) Attention to detail, proactive learning attitude, ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver quality work under tight deadlines