Compliance Specialist SME - 2nd Line of Defence

BAT is evolving at pace into a global multi-category business. We are on a mission to decrease the health impact of our industry.
To achieve our ambition, we are looking for colleagues who are ready to Be The Change. Come, join us on this journey!

SENIORITY LEVEL: Management

FUNCTION: GBS Legal

SALARY RANGE: Market salary + Excellent benefits + Market leading bonus

LOCATION: Sunway Geo, Kuala Lumpur

ROLE POSITIONING AND OBJECTIVES

This role is responsible for ensuring adherence to BAT’s Standards of Business Conduct, underlying legal standards and in-house policies, as it relates to the compliance topics within the Service Catalogue; Sanctions, Conflicts of Interest, SoBC Signoff, Anti-Finance Crime, Gifts & Entertainment, Policy Management. Responsible for being a Subject Matter Expert (SME) in one or more of the compliance topics as well as supporting End Markets within a DRBU across activities identified in the service catalogue. Being the Single Point of Contact (SPOC) for the DRBU. Responsible for enforcing regulations in all aspects and levels of business as well as provide guidance on compliance matters. Deliver compliance value add services through introduction/coordination of compliance-based process and digitisation initiatives aimed at both effectiveness and efficiency. Conduct and manage controls quality (testing) reviews and investigations, including critical issues using available BAT processes (i.e. IRI, Control Navigator Actions). This role provides direct support to Commercial Units in providing BAT with a robust compliance framework that supports its Standards of Business Conduct and instils/champions a value of delivering with integrity, through the provision of 2^nd Line of Defence services. Whilst ensuring the highest level of integrity in the way business is conducted, deliver value to business through quality assurance reviews, guidance, compliance process efficiencies, and data/information transparency.

Reports to: Corporate Compliance Manager

Reporting Level: N/A

WHAT YOU WILL BE ACCOUNTABLE FOR

• Providing guidance to Central Functions, DRBUs, and End Markets on topics covered under the Corporate Compliance Service Catalogue.
• Providing guidance to Central Functions, DRBUs, and End Markets on deviations to compliance policies and procedures.
• Providing guidance to Central Functions, DRBUs, and End Markets on controls process support models.
• Developing and communicating compliance process guidance documentation (guides)
• Coordinating Quality Assurance Reviews, to be conducted by Quality Review colleagues, of controls within the compliance topics covered in the Corporate Compliance Service Catalogue, including delivery of findings, and suggested corrective action plans. This includes supervising corrective actions until their completion.
• Developing and conducting training pertaining to the compliance topics covered in the Corporate Compliance Service Catalogue
• Providing inputs to End Market Legal and Compliance Training Cycle Plans
• Ensuring a consistent approach to the content and method of delivering compliance training
• Preparing and delivering reports/dashboards to senior management on Quality Assurance Review results, progress of corrective actions, and trends.
• Acting as Subject Matter Expert on compliance topics covered in the Corporate Compliance Service Catalogue, specifically as it relates to their associated policies, procedures, and control processes.

• Collaborating with team members in identifying training/communication/documentation needs, process simplification and automation opportunities.
• Collaborating with global compliance SMEs in identifying key messages and initiatives to be implemented in End Markets, as well as to provide feedback on End Market requirements, business scenarios and impacts of global initiatives/requirements.
• Participating in various governance fora – AFC/CRA Global Compliance Council, End Market GRCC (upon invite), and DRBU Governance (upon invite).
• Engaging with Business Controls Teams (BCT) and Internal Audit (IA) teams on matters related to the processes/controls related to compliance topics covered under the Corporate Compliance Service Catalogue.

ESSENTIAL EXPERIENCE, SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

Experience Required

• Implementing, managing, or having worked in an environment with a compliance program, adviced by a compliance framework.
• Implementing and/or managing compliance controls in a highly digitised environment.
• Conducting quality assurance testing on compliance topics and/or working in an Internal Audit team/capacity.
• Using data analytics tools and analytical methods in interrogating data/processes.
• Relevant experience in law, ethics, organizational business, or finance (i.e. SOX environment).

Technical / Functional / Leadership Skills Required

• Knowledge of regulations – such as Anti-Bribery and Corruption, Anti-Money Laundering, Counter Terrorism Financing, Tax Evasion, Sanctions, Export Controls, Anti-Competitive Behaviour – preferred but not key.
• Interviewing, investigation, and auditing skills.
• Business Engagement skills.
• Presentation and facilitation skills.
• Ability to create and deliver training to small and large audiences.

• Leading cross-functional work teams, where these are constituted to implement globe/area compliance requirements and/or corrective action plans.
• Communication and influencing skills, continuously improving partnership with key collaborators.
• Quantitative and analytical skills.
• Skilled in use of analytical tools including database interrogating tools (i.e. SQL, MS Excel, PowerBI, others).

BENEFICIAL

Education / Qualifications / Certifications Required

• BSc/BA in law, finance, business administration or related field.
• Certified compliance professional is a plus.

• Project management or analysis certification would be well regarded.

What we offer you?
•    We offer a market leading annual performance bonus (subject to eligibility)
•    Our range of benefits varies by country and includes diverse health plans, initiatives for work-life balance, transportation support, and a flexible holiday plan with additional incentives
•    Your journey with us isn't limited by boundaries; it's propelled by your aspirations. Join us at BAT and become a part of an environment that thrives on internal advancement, where your career progression isn't just a statement – it's a reality we're eager to build together. Seize the opportunity and own your development; your next chapter starts here.
•    You'll have access to online learning platforms and personalized growth programs to nurture your leadership skills
•    We prioritise continuous improvement within a transformative environment, preparing for ongoing changes

WHY JOIN BAT?
We’re one of the few companies named as a Global Top Employer by the Top Employers Institute – certified in offering excellent employee conditions.

Collaboration, inclusion and partnership underpin everything we do here at BAT. We are looking forward to enabling every individual to thrive, regardless of gender, sexual orientation, marital or civil partnership status, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, disability, age, skills, experience, education, socio-economic and professional background, veteran status, perspectives and thinking styles. We know that embracing talent from all backgrounds is what makes us stronger and best prepared to meet our business goals.

We see the career breaks as opportunities not obstacles. Through The Global Returners program, we support professionals looking to restart their careers after an extended absence from the workforce (e.g. time out caring for family, parental leave, national service, sabbatical and/or starting an own venture).

Come bring your difference and see what is possible for you at BAT. Learn more about our culture and our award winning employee experience here.

If you require any reasonable adjustments or accommodations to help you perform at your best during the recruitment process, you are encouraged to notify us. We are fully committed to support you by making appropriate arrangements for you to demonstrate your full potential.