Head of Legal, Compliance & Regulatory

Job title: Head of Legal, Compliance & Regulatory

Company: The Edge Partnership


Job description: My client is hiring a seasoned Head of Legal, Compliance, and Regulatory to oversee critical compliance and regulatory functions within the communication and multimedia industry. This senior role requires a strong leader with deep knowledge of legal, regulatory, and licensing matters, ideally with experience in telecommunications and a solid understanding of the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) standards.This is a unique opportunity to lead the regulatory and compliance strategy for a prominent player in the communication industry. If you’re an experienced professional looking to drive compliance initiatives with impact, please contact Sharimilah Devi Prakash and email your CV directly in word format with Job ID: 13864 to sharimilah@theedgepartnership.com.Please note that due to the high number of applications only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you do not hear from us in the next 5 business days, we regret to inform you that your application for this position was unsuccessful. sharimilah@theedgepartnership.comKey responsibilities

• Oversee and direct all legal, compliance, and regulatory activities, ensuring adherence to industry laws, regulations, and licensing requirements.
• Act as the primary point of contact with regulatory authorities, including the MCMC, to advocate for compliance and facilitate regulatory processes.
• Develop and implement compliance policies that align with legal requirements and best practices for the communication and multimedia sector.
• Provide strategic guidance to senior management on regulatory changes and advise on mitigating business risks.
• Conduct regular assessments of legal, compliance, and regulatory frameworks to identify improvement areas and maintain alignment with current standards.
• Lead cross-functional collaboration, ensuring that all teams understand and adhere to regulatory policies and risk management procedures.
• Manage risk assessments and compliance audits to proactively address regulatory challenges.

Role requirements

• Experience: A minimum of 10 years in legal, regulatory, or licensing roles within the communication and multimedia industry.
• Industry Expertise: Experience with a telecommunications service provider and/or familiarity with MCMC guidelines and practices is highly preferred.
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Law or a related field; advanced degrees or certifications in compliance are advantageous.

Expected salary:

Location: Kuala Lumpur

Job date: Thu, 07 Nov 2024 03:06:20 GMT

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