GroupM is the world’s largest media investment company and are a part of WPP. In fact, we are responsible for one in every three ads you see globally. We are currently looking for a Manager, Compliance, Risk & Control to join us.
At GroupM APAC, our people are our strength, which is why fostering a culture of diversity and inclusion is important to us.
 
In this role, you will have

•    Regional and Global visibility and collaboration across Compliance function
•    Exciting experience for you to grow in your career and be independent in your role – your voice will be heard
•    A role where you will be looked upon to generate ideas and initiatives proactively

Reporting of the role
This role reports to Associate Director, Compliance, Risk & Control.

 

In three months: 
•    Work closely with the local stakeholders across departments to review and administer the quarterly, half yearly and annual Compliance submissions and manage Regional reporting deadline.
•    Familiarise yourself with the WPP and groupm Compliance policy, Group Risk and Control Matrix per the ICFR framework
•    Conduct a good quality of Internal Control over Financial Reporting (ICFR) within Vietnam opco in accordance to the Group Risk and Control Matrix, identify gaps and provide guidance and solution to markets.

In six months: 
•    Be the main coordinator and playing an important role to facilitate local ICFR audit, Internal audit to ensure smooth audit progress.
•    Review the Internal and External audit finding remediation actions to ascertain appropriateness and effectiveness of management remediations.
•    Respond to relevant compliance queries on policies, procedures, and processes by internal stakeholders.

   In 12 months: 
•    Prepare training materials, train the local stakeholders on WPP and groupm Compliance policy as part of the continuous effort in raising the Compliance and Risk awareness
•    Advise markets on business process to maximize efficiency and improve business value.
•    Administer the implementation of Regional monitoring measures for anti-bribery and corruption (ABC) policies.
•    Gather and analyze relevant information to assist in internal reviews and investigations where compliance policies, procedures and processes are not observed
•    Any other Compliance projects/ duties as may be assigned.

 

Minimum qualifications: 
Degree qualified, you will have between 4 to 5 years of relevant working experience with the Big 4 audit firms in Advisory Internal audit and Commercial experiences in Internal Controls.
•    Strong audit knowledge/ experience in Media industry
•    Good knowledge in ICFR or Control compliances
•    Hands-on experience of various Compliance Reporting.
•    Track record in working with various key stakeholders i.e. senior management, legal etc.
•    Good sense of logical thinking, proactive and taking initiative of your tasks.
•    Ability to think out of the box for solutions.
•    Approachable, excellent in communication, interpersonal and influencing skills. English and Mandarin is a must.
•    Independent and highly motivated.
•    Meticulous and passionate about compliance.
•    Have a Sense of Humor.

More about GroupM 

GroupM is the leading global media investment management group serving as the parent to WPP media agencies including Mindshare, MediaCom, Wavemaker, Essence and m/SIX, as well as the programmatic digital media platform, Xaxis, each global operations in their own right with leading market positions. GroupM’s primary purpose is to maximize the performance of WPP’s media agencies by operating as leader and collaborator in trading, content creation, sports, digital, finance, and proprietary tool development. GroupM’s focus is to deliver unrivaled marketplace advantage to its clients, stakeholders and people, and is increasingly working closely for the benefit of clients with WPP’s data investment management group, Kantar. Together, GroupM and Kantar account for over 50% of WPP’s group revenues of more than $20 billion.
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About Vietnam 

It’s no secret Vietnam is the fastest growing media market in Asia Pacific. Ads spend in Vietnam grew rapidly last year, with internet penetration reached in excess of 64% during 2024. With a population of more than 100 million, this market carries huge potential and possibilities for media players and talent. GroupM Vietnam fosters a culture of innovation and value our diverse and collaborative work environment.

 

GroupM is an equal opportunity employer. We view everyone as an individual and we understand that inclusion is more than just diversity – it’s about belonging. We celebrate the fact that everyone is unique and that’s what makes us so good at what we do. We pride ourselves on being a company that embraces difference and truly represents the global clients we work with.