Compliance Manager

About Aster

Aster Chemicals and Energy (Aster) is a leading provider of chemical and energy solutions in Singapore and Southeast Asia. Aster is a joint venture led by Chandra Asri in partnership with Glencore Group. Building on the foundations of Singapore’s first oil refinery, our facilities on Pulau Bukom and Jurong Island serve as the nation’s hub for integrated refining and petrochemical production. Aster Bukom operates a 237,000 barrels per day refinery and a 1.1 million tonne per year ethylene cracker, while Aster Jurong Island produces essential petrochemicals that support industries across the region.

With over 60 years of heritage, Aster is shaping the future by driving progress and creating new opportunities for our people.  From advancing energy solutions to driving petrochemical innovation, we welcome you to join us in our journey that reflects our commitment to sustainability and operational excellence in an evolving industry landscape.

Together, we can achieve more—come be a part of it.

About the job

The Compliance Manager will be responsible for overseeing and ensuring the company's adherence to regulatory standards wherever Aster operates and does business, while also promoting a culture of compliance within the organization. This role is critical in maintaining our commitment to ethical business practices and risk mitigation, while ensuring that compliance initiatives are practical and balanced.

Job Responsibilities:

• Implementing Corporate Compliance Program: Implement and execute the corporate compliance program for Aster. Ensure the program's alignment with local requirements and circumstances.
• Policy Adaptation: Customize Aster’s compliance policies and guidelines to suit the specific needs of the organization, taking into account local nuances and regulatory requirements.
• Policy Roll-out: Facilitate the deployment of policies and guidelines, ensuring their effective dissemination and understanding within the organization.
• Team Management and Training: Lead and oversee a team of compliance officers, providing guidance, training, and support to ensure efficient compliance operations within Aster.
• Stakeholder Interaction: Maintain effective communication and collaboration with compliance staff, colleagues from business units and other control functions, as well as employees and management across all business units, fostering a culture of compliance and accountability.
• Regulatory Awareness: Stay informed about evolving regulatory developments and emerging best practices, and ensure that the organization is prepared to meet these standards.
• Risk Assessments: Conduct thorough risk assessments specific to compliance-related matters within Aster, identifying potential risks and proposing strategies for mitigation.
• Compliance Advisory: Offer guidance and advice to business units on day-to-day compliance-related matters, assisting in decision-making and issue resolution.
• Training and Awareness: Develop and deliver compliance training programs for the organization, raising awareness and ensuring employees are well-versed in compliance-related matters.

Job Requirements:

• A bachelor's degree or higher in a field related to law, auditing, risk management, or a similar discipline.
• A minimum of 8 years of relevant compliance experience in a similar role.
• Demonstrated general knowledge and understanding of compliance issues, particularly in areas related to anti-corruption, sanctions, and industry-specific regulatory requirements.
• Strong familiarity with compliance issues, particularly in areas related to anti-corruption and sanctions, and a proven ability to address these concerns effectively.
• Self-motivated, enthusiastic, and a dedicated team player who can work effectively with others. Possesses an independent and flexible work attitude, excels under pressure, and approaches challenges with a problem-solving mindset.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, enabling clear and effective interaction with various stakeholders.

Work Location: mTower

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