Group Sustainability, Risk & Compliance Manager
Position Title : Group Sustainability, Risk & Compliance Manager
Reports To : Chief Financial Officer (CFO)
Purpose of the Role
To lead and manage the Group’s integrated framework for sustainability, risk management, compliance, and internal controls, ensuring adherence to applicable legal, regulatory, and ISO 9001 / 14001 quality management system requirements.
Key Responsibilities
Quality Management System (QMS) Compliance
- Ensure ongoing compliance with the Group’s QMS policies and documented procedures in line with ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 standards.
- Maintain and update documented processes related to risk management, sustainability reporting, and compliance controls.
- Facilitate internal and external audits by preparing documentation, supporting audit activities, and implementing corrective actions.
- Develop, implement, and monitor the Group’s enterprise risk management framework according to documented processes.
- Conduct regular risk assessments, maintain risk registers, and report on key risk indicators to the Risk Management Committee.
- Ensure business continuity plans are documented, tested, and reviewed annually.
Regulatory Compliance and Governance
Manage compliance with regulatory requirements, including Bursa Malaysia Listing Requirements, MACC Act (Section 17A), Companies Act, and other relevant laws.Implement compliance monitoring and training programs aligned with documented procedures.Sustainability and ESG Reporting
Lead the preparation of sustainability reports aligned with IFRS S1 / S2, GRI Standards, and Bursa Malaysia guidelines.Oversee the collection and verification of ESG data to ensure accuracy and completeness in line with documented processes.Collaborate with relevant teams to integrate sustainability objectives into the Group’s QMS.ISO 9001 & ISO 14001 Audit Coordination
Coordinate with Operations QA and EHS teams to ensure ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 audits are effectively planned and executed.Integrate audit findings with group risk and compliance frameworks and monitor timely closure of related corrective actions.Support certification and recertification processes from a risk and compliance perspective.Stakeholder Engagement and Reporting
Prepare and present reports to the Board, Audit, Risk, and Sustainability Committees.Support the CFO in ESG‑related investor disclosures, responding to rating agencies, and coordinating investor ESG inquiries.Competency Requirements
Education and Experience
Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Risk Management, or related field.Professional accounting qualification (e.g., CPA, ACCA, CA Malaysia / MICPA) strongly preferred.Minimum 10 years’ senior experience managing risk, compliance, sustainability, and / or finance functions, preferably within manufacturing or listed companies.Experience in financial reporting, regulatory compliance, and stakeholder engagement at senior management or executive level.Relevant professional certification in risk management, compliance, sustainability, or accounting is advantageous.Additional certifications in corporate governance, internal audit, or business continuity are a plus.Functional & Professional Skills
Strong financial literacy, including understanding of financial statements, consolidation, and investor relations.In‑depth knowledge of Bursa Malaysia regulations, MACC Act, IFRS S1 / S2, and ISO standards.Proven ability to develop and maintain documented controls and risk frameworks aligned with business and regulatory needs.Skilled in ESG reporting frameworks and compliance monitoring.Strategic Thinking : Capable of aligning sustainability, risk, and compliance strategies with broader business and financial objectives.Decision Making : Makes informed decisions balancing risk and opportunity, with clear understanding of financial impact.Stakeholder Management : Experienced in engaging Board members, regulators, investors, and cross‑functional teams.Team Leadership and Development : Builds and mentors high‑performing teams, driving accountability and continuous improvement.Integrity and Ethics : Demonstrates strong corporate governance and ethical standards, vital for a future CFO role.Performance Indicators
Timely and accurate sustainability reports aligned with IFRS S1 / S2 and GRI.Zero non‑conformities in ISO 9001 / 14001 audits related to role responsibilities.≥90% closure rate of internal audit and compliance findings within agreed timelines.Annual review and successful testing of business continuity plans.≥95% completion rate of compliance and sustainability trainings.Effective ESG disclosures and timely responses to investor rating agencies.Seniority level
Mid‑Senior level
Employment type
Full‑time
Job function
Strategy / Planning, Accounting / Auditing, and Finance
Industries
Manufacturing and Metalworking Machinery Manufacturing
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