Compliance & Internal Audit (level up to Manager)

Position Overview

We are seeking a Compliance & Internal Auditor to support the company's compliance management and internal audit activities in a multinational manufacturing environment. The role focuses on reviewing internal processes, assessing compliance risks, conducting operational and compliance audits, strengthening internal controls, and following up on corrective actions. The position will work closely with internal departments to ensure that company operations comply with applicable laws, corporate policies, the Code of Conduct, and relevant compliance standards. The role may also support regulatory reporting and coordination with competent authorities when required.

Key Responsibilities

1. Compliance Management

• Monitor compliance with applicable Vietnamese laws, internal policies, the Code of Conduct, and corporate compliance requirements.

• Conduct compliance reviews and risk assessments across internal functions and business processes.

• Identify compliance gaps and potential operational risks, and recommend preventive or corrective actions.

• Support the development, review, and implementation of internal policies, procedures, and compliance controls.

• Monitor regulatory developments and communicate relevant updates and practical requirements to internal stakeholders.

• Develop and deliver compliance guidance or awareness training to employees when required.

2. Internal Audit & Internal Control

• Plan and conduct internal audits focusing on operational processes, legal compliance, company policies, business ethics, and internal controls.

• Review processes, records, supporting documents, and control activities to assess their effectiveness and compliance.

• Prepare clear and objective audit reports, including findings, risk implications, root causes, and recommended corrective actions.

• Work with relevant departments to agree on corrective action plans and monitor findings until closure.

• Support improvements to internal controls and risk-management practices across the organization.

• Conduct ad hoc reviews assigned by management.

3. Compliance Investigation

• Support or conduct internal reviews relating to potential violations of company policies, the Code of Conduct, conflicts of interest, fraud, misconduct, or other compliance concerns.

• Collect, review, analyze, and document relevant information and evidence.

• Prepare investigation summaries and recommendations while maintaining confidentiality and objectivity.

• Coordinate with HR, Security, EHS, Finance, Procurement, and other departments when required.

4. Regulatory & External Coordination

• Support the preparation and submission of required compliance reports and documentation to competent authorities.

• Coordinate with relevant government authorities during inspections, reviews, or regulatory procedures when assigned.

• Support responses to requests from regulators or other external stakeholders.

• Assist in preparing for customer, regulatory, RBA, ISO, or corporate compliance audits.

• Coordinate with external legal counsel or professional advisers when specialized legal support is required.

5. Cross-functional Support

• Work closely with HR, Finance, Procurement, EHS, Operations, Security, and other functions to address compliance risks and audit findings.

• Provide practical compliance guidance to internal stakeholders.

• Support company-wide initiatives related to governance, business ethics, risk management, and continuous improvement.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Law, Auditing, Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Risk Management, or a related discipline.

• From 5 years of relevant experience in Compliance, Internal Audit, Internal Control, Risk Management, Ethics & Compliance, Operational Audit, Corporate Governance, or Regulatory Affairs.

• Hands-on experience in reviewing internal processes, identifying control gaps, preparing reports, and following up on corrective actions.

• Knowledge of Vietnamese regulatory requirements and corporate compliance practices.

• Strong analytical, interviewing, report-writing, and problem-solving skills.

• High level of integrity, confidentiality, independence, and professional judgment.

• Good command of English, both written and spoken.

• Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively with multiple departments.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in multinational manufacturing, electronics, semiconductor, or other factory environments.

• Experience working with government authorities, inspections, regulatory reporting, or external audits.

• Familiarity with compliance and audit frameworks such as RBA, ISO, or corporate Code of Conduct requirements.

• Experience in operational audits, compliance investigations, or internal control reviews.

• Legal background or practical knowledge of labor, corporate, anti-bribery, anti-corruption, and regulatory compliance.

• Professional certifications such as CIA, CISA, CPA, ACCA, CFE, or a Legal Practice Certificate are an advantage but not mandatory.

Core Competencies

Compliance mindset

Risk assessment

Investigation & interviewing

Stakeholder management

Operational audit

Internal control

Report writing

Integrity & confidentiality