About this role
The Manager, Regulatory Compliance plays a pivotal role in ensuring the Company’s compliance with the Personal Data Protection Act (PDPA) 2024 and other applicable regulations, policies, and frameworks. While this role serves as the appointed Data Protection Officer (DPO), the scope also extends to broader compliance areas such as anti bribery and corruption, whistleblowing, codes of conduct, and corporate governance policies.
The position is responsible for advising departments, conducting risk and compliance assessments, managing data breaches, leading audits, monitoring adherence to regulations, and delivering training and awareness programs. The role ensures that a strong culture of data protection, ethics, and compliance is embedded across the Company.
Your responsibilities as Manager, Regulatory Compliance will include, but not be limited to:
Regulatory Compliance & Data Protection
Serve as a trusted advisor to departments on interpreting and applying the PDPA 2024Lead and coordinate the execution of Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIAs)Review new products, services, systems, and processes for data privacy risks, providing recommendations and mitigationsSupport the Line Manager in developing, maintaining, and strengthening the Group’s compliance framework, policies, and proceduresConduct internal audits and assessments of data processing activities and compliance practicesInvestigate and manage suspected or actual personal data breaches, including breach notifications and recordkeepingMaintain compliance registers (e.g., data breaches, conflict of interest, anti-bribery & corruption declarations)Training & Awareness
Partner with Training & Development to design and deliver data protection, ethics, and compliance training programsLead awareness campaigns to embed a strong compliance and integrity culture throughout the CompanyRisk & Compliance Monitoring
Track regulatory developments and assess their impact on the Group’s operationsConduct periodic compliance reviews and submit reports to management and regulatorsEvaluate business activities and third-party engagements for potential compliance risksStakeholder Engagement
Act as a liaison with regulators, auditors, and external stakeholders on data protection and compliance mattersProvide guidance to internal teams on Data Subject Access Requests (DSARs) and rights under PDPA 2024Collaborate cross-functionally to support compliance in business processes, contracts, and third-party relationshipsOther Responsibilities
Handle ad hoc tasks and projects as assigned by Line Manager or/and ManagementLead or support compliance initiatives and projects beyond data protection, such as corporate governance reviews and regulatory filings Must possess at least a Bachelor's degree in Law, Business Administration, Risk Management, Finance, or a related fieldProfessional certifications in Data Protection, Compliance, Risk, or ISO standards (e.g., CIPM, CIPT, CRM, FRM, CAMS, GRCP, ISO/IEC 27001 Lead Implementer or Auditor, ISO 37001 Anti-Bribery) are highly advantageousMinimum of eight (8) years of experience in risk management, compliance, internal audit, ISO, or a legal role, preferably within a retail environment with multi branch operationsStrong knowledge of Malaysian laws and regulations: company law, contract law, MACC Act, PDPA, and industry-specific requirementsSkilled in risk analysis, issue diagnosis, and developing effective solutionsDetail-oriented in reviewing documents, policies, and compliance processesHigh integrity, ethical conduct, and confidentiality in handling sensitive informationExcellent communication skills in English and Bahasa Malaysia; able to explain complex compliance concepts clearlyStrong organizational and time management skills; able to manage multiple projects and meet deadlinesProactive, adaptable, and resilient in changing regulatory environmentsStrong initiative in identifying risks and compliance gaps earlyCollaborative team player with leadership ability and positive attitudeMust willing to work at Persiaran Lagoon, Sunway City, Petaling Jaya, SelangorAble to start immediately will be an added advantage An opportunity like this at Frasers Group is for the fearless!
The potential is massive, the experience unrivalled. To be able to make the most of it you need to live and breathe our principles, you will:
THINK WITHOUT LIMITS, and take the team with you!
BE RELEVANT, to our people, to partners, and to the planet!
OWN IT, and back yourself!