Why does this job exist and why is it critical?


Undertake the review of important contracts of significant values as part of a larger effort to further strengthen/reinforce IA vital role in safeguarding Maxis interest.

What are you accountable for?

To ensure important contracts entered into between Maxis & Vendors are carefully identified & duly approved by AC for inclusion in AOP for timely review in following year.

To ensure planned assignments (part of KPI) in AOP are duly executed.

To review Contract Formation Process : To ensure proper contract formation process is in place including senior management participation, commitment & monitoring leading to contract execution.

To review Contract T&C: To ensure T&C in executed contracts are reasonable, lawful & complete.

To review the Process of Managing Contract Execution: To ensure material T&C are duly executed by Vendors & Maxis including PB, PG, SC / Liquidated damages claims, contract renewals/amendments.

To ensure auditing planning & executions are duly captured in Pentana including Audit scoping, EL, opening meeting, auditee updates, closing meeting, draft & final reports. Auditee survey

Audit Recommendations (AR) Resolutions: To follow up with auditees on all AR for timely closure.

What do you need to have for this role?

A law degree with CLP or a Barrister called to the Malaysian Bar or equivalent and; OR A Professional Accountancy qualification recognised by MIA or equivalent.

Adequate (5 yrs) relevant working experience in legal practice /commerce & industry including negotiation, drafting of agreements , arbitration/litigation, dispute resolution, risk assessments; OR Adequate (5 yrs) relevant working experience in a firm of accountants, commerce & industry including preparation/interpretation/understanding of financial statements & risk assessments.

Able to understand contract formation process, implication of contract terms on Maxis core business.

Able to assess the process by which contracts are executed and quantify the adverse impact resulting from noncompliance;

Able to evaluate validity, reasonableness & completeness of T&C;

Able to identify, assess & determine how material risks may be avoided or mitigated.

Able to interact well with auditees including management of different levels (SLT/MMT) of legal, contract owners, EM, Sourcing, and Network & ISD.

Exercise due care & skill, patience & right judgement in seeking /settling audit issues with management.

Prepare, understand & evaluate financial statements and system of internal controls & make appropriate recommendations with input from auditees.