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Governance Risk & Compliance Lead (GRC Lead)

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As a key member of the team, you will guide a group of talented specialists in delivering digital risk management policies and processes that empower timely business decisions and drive operational resilience. Enjoy a collaborative workplace culture that prioritises transparency, accountability, professional growth, and cross-cultural sensitivity for all team members.

What you'll do:

  • Operate and maintain comprehensive digital risk management processes, orchestration frameworks, and advanced tooling to support informed decision making across the business.
  • Develop clear digital security policies and procedures with actionable requirements that align with organisational objectives and regulatory standards.
  • Contribute actively to security and operational risk governance forums such as Digital Safety & Operational Risk Committee to ensure ongoing compliance and best practices.
  • Support the Technology function in identifying, assessing, and managing risks to minimise the likelihood and impact of disruptive events within the organisation.
  • Highlight opportunities for continuous improvement by leveraging AI and automation to optimise risk management processes, technology platforms, and measurement systems.
  • Maintain up-to-date awareness of internal developments as well as external trends in risk management to inform service evolution and strategic planning.
  • Manage, motivate, and develop a team of Governance, Risk & Compliance specialists by fostering a culture of learning, collaboration, career progression, and shared success.
  • Champion open communication within your team by creating an environment where people listen respectfully and speak openly about challenges or ideas.
  • Build strong relationships with senior stakeholders across digital teams to form effective partnerships that support organisational goals.


What you bring:

To excel as Governance, Regulations and Compliance Lead you will bring substantial experience from similar roles in large organisations where you have demonstrated expertise in policy development and risk management. Your background should include deep familiarity with digital security issues as well as practical exposure to implementing comprehensive risk frameworks. You will be adept at forming collaborative partnerships with senior stakeholders while guiding your own team towards professional growth through empathetic leadership. Your ability to foster open communication ensures that every voice is valued; meanwhile your cultural fluency allows you to operate effectively across international boundaries. Emotional intelligence is essential for building trust within your network while your capacity for strategic thinking helps you anticipate future challenges.

What sets this company apart:

This global organisation stands out for its unwavering commitment to transparency, accountability, and trust throughout its operations. Employees benefit from a culture that encourages knowledge sharing across borders while supporting individual career progression through training opportunities. The company places high value on flexibility in personal development—ensuring that each team member can thrive professionally while contributing meaningfully to collective goals. With a strong emphasis on inclusivity and cross-cultural sensitivity within its workforce, this is an environment where your contributions are recognised not just for technical excellence but also for interpersonal strengths. The organisation’s dedication to continuous improvement means you’ll always be supported in expanding your skills while helping shape industry-leading approaches to governance and compliance.

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

Contract Type: Perm

Specialism: Tech & Transformation

Focus: Cyber Security & Information Security

Industry: IT

Salary: Negotiable

Workplace Type: On-site

Experience Level: Mid Management

Location: Kuala Lumpur

Job Reference: 6POYAR-83074978

Date posted: 30 October 2025

Consultant: Kimberly Chan