Risk & Compliance Assistant Manager (Malaysia)

Job Description for Risk & Compliance Assistant Manager (Malaysia)

Position:
Risk & Compliance Assistant Manager

Reporting to:
Risk & Compliance Head (Singapore), General Manager Operation (Singapore) and Country General Manager (Malaysia)

Company Overview:

Cogent is a leader in logistics and supply chain solutions, specializing in warehousing, transport, depot, and freight management. We are dedicated to operational excellence and delivering value to our customers through a commitment to safety, innovation, and efficiency. Our team prides itself on its customer-centric approach, creating reliable solutions for complex logistics challenges.

Position Summary:

The Risk & Compliance Assistant Manager will support the implementation and monitoring of the company's risk management and compliance framework, ensuring operations align with internal policies, regulatory requirements, and guidance from the Head of Risk & Compliance (Singapore). This role involves overseeing the Malaysia Risk & Compliance Department, conducting investigative reviews, execution of compliance programs, and ensuring local operations comply with regulatory requirements and internal policies.

Key Responsibilities

Compliance Monitoring & Reporting

• Execute compliance checks and monitoring activities in line with policies, procedures, and directives from the Head of Risk & Compliance (Singapore).
• Monitor and review compliance activities, escalating key findings and recommendations to the Head of Risk & Compliance (Singapore).
• Prepare compliance reports and updates for submission to Singapore, highlighting issues, breaches, or trends observes in Malaysia operations.

Regulatory Adherence

• Ensure operations comply with relevant national laws, regulations, and licensing requirements.
• Support engagements with auditors, or external parties on compliance-related matters.

Investigations & Incident Management

• Conduct independent fact-finding investigations into potential misconduct, breaches of policy, or irregular activities, outside the scope of routine audits.
• Document investigation processes, findings, and recommendations in a professional and objective manner.
• Collaborate with other departments where appropriate to ensure resolution of cases.
• Provide follow-up monitoring on investigation outcomes to ensure corrective actions are implemented.

Risk Management Support

• Assist in identifying and assessing compliance and operational risks within Malaysia.
• Maintain records of incidents, breaches, and risk exposures, and ensure timely reporting to Singapore.
• Contribute to risk registers, internal reviews, and business continuity efforts as directed.

Policy Implementation & Training

• Roll out compliance policies and guidelines within Malaysia, ensuring staff understanding and adherence.
• Work with departments to develop and formalize policies, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and guidelines, ensuring alignment with compliance standards.
• Serve as a first point of contact for compliance-related queries in Malaysia, escalating complex issues as needed.

Audit & Internal Controls

• Support both internal and external audit processes with relevant documentation and follow-up.
• Implement and monitor internal control measures to strengthen compliance and governance practices.
• Review and improve local compliance monitoring procedures in consultation with the Head of Compliance.

Key Competencies

• Strong Knowledge of Malaysian Regulatory Landscape
• Investigation & Fact-Finding Skills
• Effective Communication & Reporting
• Integrity & Ethical Judgment
• Analytical & Problem-Solving Ability
• Risk Awareness & Proactive Mindset
• Ability to Work Independently while Aligning with Group Compliance Direction