Contract & Compliance Manager

A leading company in industrial automation—building automation equipment and integrated systems used by manufacturers to improve productivity, quality, and scalability is seeking a 5-8 years experienced Contract and Compliance Manager to lead and drive legal matters.

The role offers the following exciting opportunities:

• Shape governance, contracts, and regulatory functions that underpin international business operation.
• Be at the heart of commercial contract management with clients and suppliers and collaborate closely with senior management and cross-functional teams, merging legal and business operations.
• Work on cross-border functions with dealings across the region.

What you'll do:

As Contract and Compliance Manager, you will play an essential role in strengthening legal and governance frameworks that support global automation and energy operations.

• Draft, review, and manage a wide range of contracts, agreements, and non-disclosure agreements with clients, suppliers, and partners.
• Maintain a centralised contract register while monitoring key deadlines such as renewals, obligations, milestones, and penalties to prevent lapses or missed opportunities.
• Ensure full compliance with contract terms by escalating potential risks to management promptly when necessary.
• Collaborate closely with project management, finance, business development, and engineering teams to align contractual commitments with operational execution.
• Coordinate with external legal counsel on specialised or high-risk matters requiring expert advice or intervention.
• Oversee the management of company licences and permits by liaising with relevant government agencies and authorities for approvals, submissions, incentive applications, and claims.
• Track critical deadlines to guarantee timely renewals and regulatory filings that prevent any gaps in compliance.
• Support internal departments in interpreting and applying regulatory requirements for projects and ongoing operations.
• Develop and maintain standardised templates and processes for contracts as well as regulatory submissions to streamline documentation across the organisation.
• Maintain accurate records for audits and management reporting while providing periodic updates to senior leadership on contract performance and regulatory compliance status.

What you bring:

To excel as Contract and Compliance Manager, your background should include substantial experience managing contracts within complex organisations—ideally those operating in manufacturing or renewable energy sectors.

• A minimum of 5–8 years’ experience in contract management, legal administration, corporate compliance or similar roles is essential.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Law, Business Administration or a related discipline is required for this position.
• Prior exposure to manufacturing, engineering, automation or renewable energy sectors would be highly advantageous but not mandatory.
• Exceptional attention to detail combined with strong risk awareness enables you to manage multiple priorities effectively without compromising quality.
• Proven negotiation abilities allow you to secure favourable terms while maintaining positive relationships with clients, suppliers, partners or authorities.
• Familiarity with developing standardised templates or processes for contracts enhances efficiency within the organisation.
• Strong organisational skills enable you to maintain accurate documentation for audits as well as provide comprehensive reports to senior management.

What sets this company apart:

This organisation stands out as a public-listed leader renowned globally for its contributions to automation technology and renewable energy solutions. Employees benefit from direct access to senior management which fosters open communication channels for sharing ideas that drive business success. The company’s inclusive culture encourages collaboration between departments—project management, finance, engineering—creating an environment where everyone’s input is valued. Professional development is prioritised through exposure to international contract management practices as well as regulatory compliance challenges unique to fast-growing industries. Career progression is supported by ongoing training opportunities tailored toward individual strengths so each team member can reach their full potential. Joining this organisation means becoming part of a network dedicated not only to technological advancement but also sustainability—a place where your contributions have lasting impact on both local communities and global markets.

What's next:

If you are ready to take your career forward by joining an influential team where your expertise truly matters—this is your moment!

Apply today by clicking on the link provided below.

Do note that we will only be in touch if your application is shortlisted.

Agensi Pekerjaan Robert Walters Sdn Bhd
Business Registration Number : 729828-T
Licence Number : JTKSM 423C