Job Description

Why are we proud of what we do at allnex? We create coatings, products which help protect the world for all nex
t generations - and that's exactly what you can do joining us!
Imagine how fast your smartphone would become scratched-up, ugly and unusable without a coating. Or an e-bike, the cabin of a train, a beautiful wooden floor, and countless other things in life.
Making objects and their surfaces more attractive and longer-lasting means making them more sustainable, and that's a huge part of what working at allnex is about. No matter which role you step into, you'll become part of a global team of passionate people who care deeply about the chemistry, quality, and global impact of coatings.
You'll also join a highly multicultural and diverse team of more than 4,000 employees in four regions who - as part of one of the world's leading coating resins companies - serve customers in over 100 countries across the globe.
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Position overview
allnex is seeking an experienced APAC Compliance Manager, to be based in Petaling Jaya, Malaysia. This position will report to the General Counsel APAC, with a dotted reporting line to the Head of Compliance. The position will be a member of the allnex global Legal Services team.
The APAC Compliance Manager will be responsible for managing the regional compliance function. The role includes regional contributions to the global allnex compliance program and governance, related communication, training and guidance as well as cross investigations into reported compliance cases and cross-functional alignment on enforcement measures. Additional legal tasks in the area of contracts drafting/review and corporate law may be required.
Responsibilities

• Develop and oversee control systems to prevent violations of legal guidelines and internal policies.
• Follow up on whistleblower complaints, including conducting internal investigations.
• Coordinate with internal and external auditors, addressing issues raised in audit reports.
• Implement effective action plans in response to audit findings and compliance violations.
• Foster a strong compliance culture within the region, with a particular focus on China.
• Educate and train employees on allnex's compliance program, relevant regulations, and best practices.
• Address employee concerns or questions related to legal and compliance matters.
• Draft/review business contracts and assist the General Counsel with other legal matters as required.
• Actively contribute to maintaining the legal matter management database.

Required skills and experience

• Minimum 8 years in a legal and compliance role, preferably in an in-house or corporate setting.
• Strong understanding of APAC compliance frameworks, including whistleblower investigations and auditing.
• Expertise in data protection laws and practices is a plus.
• Expertise in commercial contract drafting and corporate law.
• Familiarity with the chemical industry is a plus.
• Fluency in English and Mandarin, to support operations in China
• Proven track record in managing investigations and collaborating with auditors.
• Willingness to travel within the Asia Pacific region.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Law or related field (Master's degree is an advantage)

We offer
We are proud to offer an international working experience with a tight-knit network of employees, making it easy to connect and learn from people all across our different functions. On top of that we are a truly innovative company with a strong team spirit, openness to new ideas, and great opportunities to grow and develop your career.
Equal Employment Opportunity
allnex is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to an environment where all colleagues contribute for the benefit of our employees, our products, and our communities.
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