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Working here will give you the opportunity to build exciting careers in the capital market. Here, you will do more than work. You will gain a wealth of capital market knowledge, skills and experience through working with market experts. The steep learning curve will nurture your potential and give you a competitive edge above the rest to vault you ahead.

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Corporate Finance & Investments

No.	Department	Available Position	Your role is to:	You should have:	Closing Date
1.	Investment Products	Senior Manager	Supervise and manage the review of applications related to structured warrants and other investment products to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements. Supervise and manage the conduct of compliance review on structured warrants, structured products, contracts for differences and other investment products with regulatory requirements and recommend appropriate actions to be taken for any non-compliance. Review and supervise the conduct of trend analysis and thematic review to identify issues and make appropriate recommendations. Oversee and review the formulation of policy, guidelines and operational framework relating to investment products. Initiate or propose policy development initiatives, supervise and conduct research and analysis, review and provide views on draft rules/guidelines related to investment products. Supervise, coach and mentor team members. Ensure compliance with established processes and procedures.	Degree in Accounting/ Economics/ Law or Professional Qualifications in Accounting Minimum 7-10 years of working experience in capital market/audit. Strong knowledge and understanding of capital market and corporate finance. Positive inter-personal skills and strong writing skills	25 August 2024

Digital Strategy & Innovation

No.	Department	Available Position	Your role is to:	You should have:	Closing Date
1.	Analytics	Assistant Manager/Manager	Spearhead the development and implementation of advanced analytics initiatives in the areas of artificial intelligence, predictive modelling, and Natural Language Processing (NLP). Drive the development and execution of Data Lake on unstructured data and the research capability on retrieval of information. Innovate in areas of AI and analytics technology for usage within SC’s business analytics. Engage and collaborate with line departments to understand the advanced analytics requirements for their business decision on surveillance, supervision, market development and enforcement. Engage and collaborate with external stakeholders in the development of advanced analytics model, tools and system.	BSc Statistics, Commerce, Computer Science or equivalent Data Analytics or Data Science Programming, Statistics, Quantitative Methods, Data Science Information Management skills, quantitative and research analytical skills Knowledge in capital market, Data Quality Analysis and Machine Learning Technology 3 – 4 years of working experience Relevant working experience in capital markets and financial related fields is preferred	25 August 2024

Surveillance, Authorisation and Supervision (SAS)

No.	Department	Available Position	Your role is to:	You should have:	Closing Date
1.	Authorisation & Licensing	Assistant General Manager	Review the assessment conducted by officer of all entry applications as part of the gatekeeping function to ensure intermediaries and individuals fulfil the minimum required standards to allow entry into the capital market. Support in developing and implementing effective strategies, assessment methodology and process to strengthen and facilitate new capital market intermediaries' assessment and application process. Enable or assist the implementation of new SC-wide policies through amendment to the Licensing Handbook or applicable guidelines. Initiate or propose policy development initiatives related to licensing and registration regime. Participate in the development and implementation of initiatives towards enhancing awareness, promoting greater transparency and understanding on the authorisation framework. Evaluate and table recommendations for applications related to authorization to approving authority and ensuring adherence to SOP and time charter. Initiate and lead engagements with relevant stakeholders to prepare proposals and provide clarification on application issues. Lead the management of deliverables and administration function of the department by providing support to HOD. Supervise, coach and mentor team members to drive the team to achieve goals and KPIs. Identify areas for learning and development and recommend training needs for team members. Provide regular communication with the team to ensure awareness, ownership and buy-in to the SC’s vision and department goals. Retain qualified staff - participate in the interview process for staff - Manpower planning, recruitment and allocation.	Degree in any relevant discipline with some experience in data analytics/digital space would be an advantage. Knowledge of the business model. Strong understanding of the SC’s business, industry and capital market. 11-15 years of working experience in capital market / financial industry. Good experience and familiarity of the market infrastructure and business of intermediaries.	10 August 2024
2.	Intermediary Supervision	Senior Executive	Assist in supervisory assessments/ engagements/ examinations in accordance with audit plans. Perform research and analysis on the state of industry and intermediaries regularly to clarify proper market conduct practices, share outcomes and provide recommendations where necessary. Assist in formulating and reviewing the relevant departmental policies and guidelines. Perform technical review and evaluation on proposals and applications by licensed intermediaries and propose recommendations for approval. Assist in performing risk assessments by collecting and analysing information from the intermediaries to identify any potential risks and weaknesses and provide recommendations for mitigation. Prepare reports upon completion of each examination to demonstrate that the examination objectives and conclusions are achieved. Assist in forming effective working relationships and engaging with internal and external stakeholders to provide technical views to address any issues, enquiries and concerns. Assist in initiation of administrative/enforcement proceedings and preparation of the relevant papers for tabling. Undertake ongoing surveillance to ensure compliance by market intermediaries.	Degree in any relevant discipline. Knowledge in examination skills, policy and business rules, risk management and financial monitoring. 2 years of working experience in auditing, regulatory authority, financial institution or capital market intermediaries.	10 August 2024
3.	Technology Supervision	Assistant Manager/Manager	Execute audit/assessment work in identifying gaps leading to material risk not being managed by: Performing audit/assessment work where the deliverables meet internal standards, and workings are completed within allocated time. Identifying through the audit/assessment work the following gaps : - Control gaps in managing technology risks. - Requirement gaps documented in the Guidelines on Technology Risk Management (GTRM). • Preparing and discussing preliminary and final audit/assessment report with Management and entity. • Conducting follow-up assignments to monitor the implementation of agreed action plan(s).	Degree in Computer Science, Information System/Technology, Cyber Security or equivalent. Professional qualification such as CISA, CISM, CRISC, CISSP or equivalent would be an added advantage. Auditing, information management, quantitative and research analytical skills. At least 5 years of working experience with at least 2 years of working experience in similar capacity. Minimum 2 years of working experience with regulatory authority, financial institution, accounting firm or capital market entities.	3 August 2024
4.	Surveillance on Unlicensed/Unregistered Activities Unit	Senior Manager	Develop, identify or recommend systems and tools that could effectively combat internet-based financial scams or unlicensed/unregistered activities offering capital market products/services to the Malaysian public. Maintain good rapport with internal/external stakeholders to ensure alignment on SC’s strategic goals and objectives outlined in its business plans. Operationalize and maintain efficient workflow to proactively detect, monitor and conduct intelligence for internet-based unlicensed/unauthorized capital market activities. Maintain, update and monitor cases portfolio, prepare reports on surveillance statistical database and watch list on periodic basis to ensure the latest information is available. Provide recommendations, and present findings on identified issues or cases/matters relating to surveillance of unlicensed/unauthorized regulated activities and forward recommendations for possible cause of actions to facilitate remedial actions and identification of policy loopholes. Conduct research and analysis on development of surveillance of unlicensed/unauthorized regulated activities in other jurisdictions, present findings and recommendations to ensure that our practices are at par and aligned with developed markets. To effectively leverage on technology to develop/create new templates and/or methodological analysis process in house to efficiently & effectively assist in detection and case analysis of any unlicensed/unauthorized regulated activities within the capital market. Manage and coach team members. Ensure efficient utilization of budget related to systems and tools.	Degree in computer sciences, data science, analytics, finance and business, computing or similar data-driven roles. At least 6 years of capital market experience; preferably in technology, compliance and system development aspects. Prior experience in law enforcement or equivalent forensic experience related to gathering of information from the internet, good understanding of modus operandi (MO) on financial crime, cryptocurrency or technical analysis, network analysis. Working understanding of AI, machine learning techniques and algorithms. Have experience in dealing with big data, unstructured data to produce actionable reports, insights/intelligence. Proficiency in web-based languages, Python, Java, html and/or other statistical and data forensic/osint tools. Strong business acumen, project and people management skills. Motivated to continue learning and growing. Strong interest in the latest development in cyber space, internet forensics and security, cryptocurrencies, social media platforms and the growing digital market.	3 August 2024
5.	Corporate Surveillance	Assistant Manager/Manager	Conduct surveillance on the development of PLC landscape to keep abreast of new developments, issues and risks affecting the capital market; and present findings to senior management. Perform day-to-day surveillance of activities related to PLCs including monitoring and analysing the substance of corporate transactions from a financial, conduct and disclosure perspective for early detection of breaches or misconduct. Gather and evaluate all relevant documentation to assess the veracity of possible breaches of securities laws from the referrals and complaints received and provide appropriate recommendations and action plans. Prepare reports and updates on cases periodically to ease discussion and decision making. Build and maintain an effective working relationship with internal and external stakeholders. Engage with relevant stakeholders on matters related to PLCs to address any issues, concerns and enquiries. Exchange technical insights with team members.	Degree or Professional Qualification in Accountancy with a minimum of 3 years of technical post qualification experience in a public accounting firm/ as a preparer of financial statements. Knowledge and understanding of accounting standards, auditing standards, securities laws, companies laws and corporate finance.	20 July 2024

General Counsel

No.	Department	Available Position	Your role is to:	You should have:	Closing Date
1.	Rules & Regulations	Assistant Manager/Manager	Responsible for researching, planning, formulating, implementing, and reviewing policies, rules and regulations pertaining to capital market products, services and market institutions to ensure quality, reliability, and effectiveness of SC’s regulatory objectives and policy formulation. Evaluate existing rules to ensure relevancy and support SC’s policies Conduct research and analysis related to regulatory and operational policies Assist in the formulation of policy proposals Prepare and review draft rules - subordinate legislations, guidelines, technical notes, and guidance notes issued by SC Assist in secretariat functions of Operational Policy and Regulations Committee Involve in engagement with relevant stakeholders to obtain input and feedback Assess proposals for rule amendments by the Exchange (Business Rules and Listing Requirements) and SRO Ensure compliance with established processes and procedures	Professional qualification or Degree in Law or Accounting or its equivalent. Minimum 3 – 5 years of experience with knowledge and understanding of securities laws and legislative drafting. Good understanding of the Capital Markets and Services Act 2007 (CMSA).	10 August 2024
2.	Law Reform	Assistant Manager/ Manager	Contribute towards policy formulation and draft legal provisions to ensure sound and robust regulatory framework. Comply with established processes with regard to law reform and policy formulation to ensure quality of the reform and policy. Conduct research on policy issues to contribute towards policy formulation. Draft legal provisions for timely delivery of draft provisions.	Professional qualification or Degree in Law or its equivalent. Minimum 3 – 5 years of experience with knowledge and understanding of securities laws and legislative drafting. Good understanding of the Capital Markets and Services Act 2007 (CMSA). Have attributes to meet unique challenges, including stakeholder management and analytical skills.	10 August 2024
3.	Advisory	Assistant Manager/Manager	Oversee judicial review cases and PLCs related cases that will have regulatory consequences; and be the instructing counsel to external counsel. Evaluate legal matters and have discussions by making appropriate recommendations. Review presentations of internal stakeholders, focusing on comprehensiveness and identification of issues before proceeding the referred cases to undergo challenge process. Provide legal recommendations to reduce and pre-empt SC’s legal and reputational risks with appropriate actions taken. Act as the case officer for Administrative Enforcement action by the SC. Build effective working relationships with relevant stakeholders. Execute plans to accomplish deliverables in the department including reviewing and drafting contracts and relevant documents.	Degree in Law with minimum 3 - 5 years of experience. Knowledge in securities laws, legal advisory, research, financial markets and other areas of laws Preferably with experience in litigation and exposure to a broad spectrum of laws	10 August 2024

Market Development

No.	Department	Available Position	Your role is to:	You should have:	Closing Date
1.	Corporate Governance	Deputy General Manager	Formulate and manage implementation of initiatives to deepen understanding of corporate governance and sustainability reporting particularly by listed companies in order to drive meaningful action and outcomes. Proactively identify current and anticipated corporate governance and sustainability reporting related challenges which may require on the part of the SC, or the SC’s stakeholders e.g. amendments to rules/ guidelines. Provide sound technical input to support SC’s engagement and contribution in local and international fora on corporate governance and sustainability reporting. Represent the SC in local and international discussions/engagement. Manage the Secretariat for the Corporate Governance Council and its sub-working groups, as well as other related committee/working groups formed to support the priorities and initiatives of the SC related to corporate governance and sustainability reporting. Manage the communication and profiling of SC’s corporate governance and sustainability reporting strategies and efforts to internal and external stakeholders through among others publications and online content.	Degree in law, economics, business, finance, accounting or related qualifications. 10 – 12 years of working experience and at least 8 years of working experience related to corporate governance/ sustainability. Strong understanding of the corporate governance and sustainability reporting regulatory framework, ecosystem and developments in Malaysia. Strong ability in problem identification and solutioning. Positive interpersonal skills and strong presentation skills. Strong writing skills. Strong understanding and awareness of developments in key markets including of global standard setters.	10 August 2024

Strategy and Policy

No.	Department	Available Position	Your role is to:	You should have:	Closing Date
1.	Economic & Market Intelligence	Assistant General Manager	Lead and provide primary and necessary coverage on macroeconomic development across domestic, regional and global markets to support strategy formulation and sound decision making. Oversees the preparation and execution of detailed economic research – analysing and forecasting of economic data and trends. Undertake thematic analysis and capital market assessment resulted from changes in economic and capital market landscape to support regulatory and developmental work. Oversee the collection, maintenance, and dissemination of timely economic data to ensure value contribution towards SC’s core activities Support the economic team in providing advisory and support across business group within the SC. Ensure continuous engagement, communication with relevant stakeholders and regularly updates senior management and board members on matters related Develop and maintain relationship with key stakeholders in government, academia and business community	Bachelor or Post Graduate Degree in Economics with a minimum of eight (8) years of related working and supervisory experience. Excellent knowledge on both Macro and Microeconomics and ability to integrate economic variables with Capital Market landscape. Strong data management skills and analytical thinking with good writing, communication, and presentation skills. Research mindset with strong interest on Growth, Inclusion, Sustainability and Financial Stability. Resourceful, innovative, investigative and a problem solver.	3 August 2024
2.	Economic & Market Intelligence	Assistant Manager/Manager	Supervise and provide strategic leadership to the work of the Economic & Market Intelligence department particularly around the area of market and liquidity structure, competition, economic impact and risk assessment throughout marketplace and asset classes. The position also provides advisory support across business groups by providing reliable, non-biased recommendations and constructive feedback on issues and policies related to challenges, development, direction, and risk in the capital market.	Bachelor in Economics/Finance. Relevant postgraduate degree or CFA qualification is an added advantage. Minimum of five (5) years related working experience in financial market, advisory, strategy and policy, market economics and financial research. Strong knowledge in economics, capital market with risk and opportunities mindset. Excellent communication, both oral and writing, and excellent presentation skills. Possess good business logic, strong reasoning and able to connect the dots well. Strong data analytics capability. Able to undertake impact assessments on capital market related to national policies and economic developments. Able to undertake thematic study on capital markets to support strategy and policy formulation. Familiar with information database and analytical tools such as Bloomberg, Refinitiv, SnP Global, CEIC and EViews. Stakeholder focused and an excellent team player.	3 August 2024
3.	Risk Management	Assistant Manager / Manager	Assist in researching and analysing on macro risk by preparing the risk assessment and report required. Assist in developing and improvising both quantitative and qualitative macro risk management instruments and methodologies. Perform secretariat duties for the designated risk committees/working groups. Assist in research on key risk areas and provide assistance in technical guidance and views for risk surveillance purposes. Assist in designing and developing quantitative analysis models and reporting to support macro risk management activities. Assist in carrying out crisis preparedness on Capital Market by assisting in development of relevant framework, tools and indicators. Assist in coordinating and developing topics for discussion for the assigned risk committee/working group meeting.	Professional qualification or Degree in Risk Management, Actuarial Science, Finance, Business, Accounting, Economics, Econometrics, Statistics, Banking, Law, or its equivalent. Minimum of about 3-5 years of relevant working experience in regulatory authority, financial institution, accounting firm or capital market intermediary Assistant Manager Basic knowledge of the regulation and operations of the financial services industry, excellent financial analytical skills, knowledge in risk assessment and regulatory capital and requirements will be added advantage. Manager Good knowledge of the regulation and operations of the financial services industry, excellent financial analytical skills, knowledge in risk assessment and regulatory capital and requirements will be added advantage.	12 July 2024

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